Category: Articles
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When to Get Your Water-Quality Checked
When people experience an upset stomach their first thought isn’t usually that it was something they drank, but rather, something they ate. Even further from thought is the idea that your tap water could be causing you an upset stomach. Generally, tap water is fairly safe to drink, especially if it comes from your local […]
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Flooding Vs Water Damage
You will be surprised to know that your definition of the flood may be different from your insurance company’s flood definition. It is the difference that actually determines the type of insurance you will require for your home. Imagine the situation. Springs’ rainy water soaks through the walls of your roof and damages your walls […]
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Why Pre-Purchase Plumbing Inspections Are a Good Investment
If you’re looking at a property with a view to purchasing it, then you’d probably see the wisdom in arranging a pre-purchase building inspection. You may even take the time to book a pest inspection and check that the heating and cooling systems are operating correctly so unexpected maintenance and defects don’t occur. But would […]
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How to install laminate flooring around curved stairs
With several options to go for in flooring, laminate flooring is the most popular in modern households. Not only does it give you the freedom to reinvent your house décor but also ensures that you achieve this at a low cost. Also, laminate floors are easy to maintain and withstand various tests of time without […]
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What materials to avoid external doors in a cold climate?
Front doors of a house should be resistant to weather and dust. They are a shield against rain, hail, drafts and chills in bad weather and are also responsible for providing optimum security to the residents. In the absence of an outer gate, the front door is the pathway to a house. Hence, people should […]
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Advice On Grass Seed From St. Louis Lawn Care Experts
Having a luscious field of grass in one’s yard is just one of the many fruits of lawn care. With patience, any lawn can transform from a barren patch of soil into a field that can be subject of envy by your neighbors. Grasses can come in many kinds of lengths, hues, and thickness. For […]
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Painted Floor Tiles Have Become a Popular Way to Restore or Update Old Tiles
While ceramic floor tiles add a certain unique beauty and elegance to the home, they can also cause quite a few headaches as they age and begin to crack and chip from long usage. Regular ceramic floor tiles have a lifespan of about thirty years before they begin to show their age and need to […]
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Popular Cactus Arrangements are the Latest Trend for Adding Green to a Home
People who claim not to have any kind of green thumb at all when it comes to raising indoor plants should seriously consider investing in some small cactus plants. They are so hardy and self-reliant that if you neglect to water them, in fact if you completely forget about them for months at a time, […]
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Tin Interiors Bring Vintage Style from Backsplashes to Wallpaper
It all started with the rediscovery of pressed tin ceilings in old homes. Over a hundred years ago the most elegant homes and business establishments featured ceilings of tinwork. It was long lasting, didn’t rust or stain, and gave a look of simply elegance to the most basic building unit. Today the pressed tin ceiling […]
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How to Spot Water Damage in Your Home and When to Hire a Water Removal Expert
When unwanted water makes its way into your home, there are only a few things that homeowners can do on their own. While most of us tend to do things for ourselves around our houses, calling a professional in certain circumstances may be the better thing to do. Flooding taking place in your home is […]