Articles filed under Home Improvement
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Choose best asphalt filler based on shape, depth of cracksApr 24, 2016 4:00 am - Q. Can you give me the name of the commercial grade asphalt crack sealer that you have recommended previously? Also, how large a crack can it fill? A. There are several ...
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Modular construction is an increasingly popular way to growApr 17, 2016 7:00 am - When Richard and Terry Jeng bought their tiny bungalow in South Arlington, Virginia, in 2001, they kept their clothes in the attic since the closets in their first-floor...
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Homeowner's aging copper pipe needs to be replaced promptlyApr 17, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I would be interested in your take on a strange plumbing issue. My home is 21 years old, and there have never been any problems with any of the copper piping in my ho...
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Your front door reflects personalityApr 16, 2016 7:03 am - Your front door is like your calling card to the world. Its color reflects your personality and gives a hint of your style. So the quickest and most economical way to ma...
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Homeowner strikes out with shady, inept contractorsApr 10, 2016 4:00 am - Q. In October and November of 2009, I had my aluminum windows replaced with vinyl windows, the aluminum siding replaced with vinyl and the roof replaced (complete tear-o...
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Be aware of home inspection red flagsApr 08, 2016 2:00 am - Home inspections are helpful for home buyers who hope their dream home has no major flaws. A house is like a car: It needs ongoing maintenance, and some parts have a lim...
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Pink-tinged ice likely a result of iron in waterApr 03, 2016 1:00 am - Q. I enjoy your column in the Daily Herald. I am hoping you can help with our unusual problem. We bought a new refrigerator (Maytag), and for the first time we have an i...
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These designer dustpans might sweep you off your feetApr 02, 2016 7:00 am - Is there any tool more utilitarian than a dustpan? Living in a small apartment, I use the plain plastic one under my kitchen sink as much as any other cleaning tool. But...
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Tricks for tackling the most challenging household choresApr 02, 2016 1:00 am - When it comes to household chores, we're all guilty of playing favorites. Even Becky Rapinchuk, who has made a career of sharing housekeeping tips on her blog Clean Mama...
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Pizza ovens are hot for the kitchen or backyardMar 26, 2016 7:12 am - LAS VEGAS - Pizza Hut is fine when you feel like going out. But pizza home is the newest trend, with pizza ovens designed for the kitchen or backyard. This spring, one o...