Home Tips
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Leaking From the Shower Into the Basement
Q: When showering, water leaks to our basement. We have part of the ceiling open because of an attempt to…
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Workout Room
Q: We are building a new home and will have a 16′ x 16′ area over a concrete floor in…
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Tip: Ceiling Fan Solutions
Some ceiling fans can turn either clockwise or counter-clockwise. In the summer, you want the air to blow directly downward,…
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Checklist: Get Your Home Ready for Spring
Trying to emerge from your winter hideaway is not easy. Get inspired by the nice weather and the promise of…
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Tip: Cleaning Fireplace Burns
The fireplace is a central meeting area in a home, a place for the warmth and friendship of old and…
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Checklist: Tornado Preparation
The most frightening thing about tornados and hurricanes is the uncertainty of when one might hit, and how strong it…
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Tip: How to Maintain Your Wood Stove
Here are some maintenance tips to help reduce your need for wood stove repairs. Be aware of the fuel limitations…
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Central Air Conditioning
Air conditioners are powered by electricity, and a lot of energy is needed to run them. They also use a…
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The Benefits of Weatherstripping
Many older homes, and even some newer ones, have numerous little cracks, holes and spaces through which, in the winter,…
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Soundproofing Techniques
Here are some popular soundproofing techniques. There are many techniques depending on whether the home is under construction or being…
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