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Having your own home pool spells out F-U-N. During days with warm
weather, it is natural for many people to want to jump into the pool and
cool off. In order for your pool activities not to be spoiled, you need
to regularly perform home swimming pool maintenance. |
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Virtually all of the 7 billion ash trees in the United States are at
risk for infestation by the emerald ash borer, also known as EAB. You
can save your ash trees by acting now and starting a prevention program. |
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In this, the last part of our three part series that takes a look at the financial aspects home maintenance, we'll talk about insurance. Generally speaking, most people like insurance. It makes them feel safe and secure. Some people would insure for every possible contingency, no mater how remote, if only there was an insurance product available for it. |
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If you had to choose a buzzword for 2009 it would be "green". One of the easiest, and most obvious places towards making your home more green is to cut back is on the amount of electricity you use, starting with the lighting. |
Research shows that attic ventilation may not be as important as once thought. Computer models have shown that attics in damp coastal climates may actually be drier with less ventilation...
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Termites are one of the fastest ways to reduce
the value of your home. The minute a homeowner realizes they have a
termite problem, their blood pressure goes through the roof and their
anxiety levels hit an all-time high. |
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While there are plenty of costly ways to save on your utility bills this winter -- buying a high efficiency furnace, radiant floor heating system or solar-paneled roof -- there also are things you can do to cut energy usage that won’t cost you a dime. |
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More and more people these days are talking about how to be eco-friendly, how to live green. Solar power - specifically solar water heaters - is typically one of the first green topics that come to mind. |
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A study conducted by Lloyds TSB found that Victorian properties could
be facing considerable maintenance issues over the next decade or so... |
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Home maintenance checklist
Save energy this winter
Pass on the Grass - An Alternative
