Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Organizing your attics and basementsDec 01, 2013 12:00 am - Attics and basements are the obvious places to store seasonal, overflow and keepsake items. But before you shove a bunch of cardboard boxes into the dark attic or damp b...
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Would you live in a hexagonal house?Nov 30, 2013 12:00 am - The geometry of a house is an architectural puzzle that can be solved in any number of ways. But apart from occasional experiments like the bubble house, most people sti...
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Damaged flooring around toilet may mean a leakNov 30, 2013 12:00 am - Q. I recently noticed a stain on the vinyl flooring next to the toilet. I've tried to clean the stain, but it appears to be under the vinyl flooring. What causes this an...
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Seller worried about ungrounded outletsNov 28, 2013 11:27 pm - Q. Our home was built in 1971. We bought it from the original owners, and because we knew them, we decided not to hire a home inspector. Now we plan to sell the property...
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Choose a toilet style without getting bowled overNov 23, 2013 11:02 pm - Q. Since you’re a famous plumber, it would be special if I could get you to help solve my toilet confusion. I recently went to purchase a new toilet to replace my old on...
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How much mold is too much?Nov 23, 2013 12:00 am - Q. My house sold recently, but an inspection turned up mold in the foundation. My house has a narrow crawl, and the heating ducts and plumbing are in the crawl. The insp...
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Who should pay for home inspector’s damage?Nov 21, 2013 11:11 pm - Q. I am a Realtor and am having a problem with damage done during a home inspection. The property is one of my listings, so I represent the seller. The inspector was tes...
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Fire up your backyard landscapingNov 17, 2013 12:00 am - A fire pit is quite doable for anyone with a backyard who wants to create a relaxing evening outdoor amenity. Fire extends your outdoor living season well beyond the sum...
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Wall-mounted faucets can top standard faucet choicesNov 16, 2013 11:02 pm - Q. We’re saving up for a nice little bathroom remodeling job and will be on a strict budget. The job will include replacing our old bathroom sink and faucet. We have a s...
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Longtime buildjng pro designs a 'forever' homeNov 16, 2013 11:00 pm - You might expect Josh Baker, who owns a remodeling business, to constantly tinker with his own home. But Josh and his wife, Jill, always knew they wanted to stay in thei...