If you drive to work every day just like millions of Americans, getting stopped by a traffic light isn’t your favorite thing. It can be annoying and exasperating. The worst, slowest intersections can leave you pounding your steering wheel in… Read More
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Is Your Household Cursed with a Cacophony of Slamming Doors?
Does this happen to you often? You’re enjoying some peaceful quiet time at home. Maybe you’re lost in an engrossing book. Maybe you’re enjoying a nice snooze. The restful relaxation is just what you need; you can feel your batteries… Read More
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Is Your Garage Ventilation Adequate?
Most homeowners are concerned about the quality of the air inside their homes. But many don’t think about the quality of the air inside their garages. That’s unfortunate, because many garages are not well ventilated. And poor ventilation in your… Read More
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Easy Way to Remove Stubborn Light Bulbs
Light bulbs seem to go out at the most inopportune moments. Like a bathroom bulb that goes out when you’re running late getting ready for work. Or the kitchen light that gives up the ghost right in the middle of… Read More
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Hiring a Contractor for a Home Improvement Project? Going Cheap Might Be Costly
It’s an old joke that you’ve likely heard before: An astronaut strapping himself into a spaceship preparing to blast off for the stars, pauses and thinks to himself: “I’m about to trust my life to this piece of government equipment… Read More
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Have You Made the Switch to LEDs?
We don’t mean to nag, but just wanted to check: Have you made the switch to LED bulbs in your landscape lighting yet? It’s your business, of course, whether you make the switch or not. But just so you know,… Read More
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Just a Reminder: Don’t be Careless with Keys!
Imagine this scenario: You arrive home after a long day’s work. You’re bone-tired. All you want to do is get inside, relax and unwind. You stand at the front door and rummage around in your pockets or purse for your… Read More
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2015 Poised to be Record Breaking Year for Home Renovation Projects
Is the recession over? There are still some mixed signals, but overall, economic indicators signify that the worst is behind us. The housing market is recovering too, though a return to pre-crash levels is expected to take a while. But… Read More
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Study Reveals Best Burglary Deterrent for Homeowners
It’s an unfortunate truth that burglary is of great concern (or should be) to every homeowner. According to the FBI, an average of more than 2 million burglaries occur each year in the United States. And victims of burglaries suffer… Read More
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Dreaming of a Home Theater? You’ll Have Lots of Seating Options.
Home theater systems have become wildly popular. And the most popular place to install a home theater? A renovated basement, of course. That only makes sense. After all, a basement is naturally likely to offer many of the qualities desirable… Read More