5 Home Improvement Projects to Do Before Winter Hits

5 Home Improvement Projects to Do Before Winter Hits

Summer break is almost over. Isn’t it time for the much-needed repair or addition to preparing your home for winter? 

While it’s risky to do a project when it’s snowing, summertime is a busy season for construction. This makes fall the best time to do any remodeling or renovation. You can even get your materials at lower prices when you get them done before the holiday season. However, for your project to be successful, be sure to prepare for it early — that’s during spring or early summer.

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5 Old-School Home Maintenance Routines to Secure your Property Value

5 Old-School Home Maintenance Routines to Secure your Property Value

Home maintenance is no one’s favorite task but as the saying goes ‘you need to give in order to receive’. Scheduling a few hours a month (sometimes more, sometimes less) taking care of your property is a good way to keep on top of things. By practicing proactive maintenance, you can prevent big and costly damages. You are also in for a good inspection report and you will increase the property value of your home.

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How To Clean Your Oscillating Fan

How To Clean Your Oscillating Fan
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There’s nothing like a cool breeze on a hot summer day to make you feel better. But for those times when nature won’t provide a breeze, an electric or battery-powered fan will do the trick. 

All fans, whether they are big box fans made by Lasko, oscillating fans, window fans, bladeless fans, misting fans, or hand-held fans, should be cleaned regularly.

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5 Tips for Cutting Costs on Lawn Care

Is your neighborhood buzzing with the sound of lawnmowers yet? 

Your grass will not wait – you’ll want to cut it before it becomes a haven for all the wild things, but as the price of gas continues to rise, who wants to spend a fortune simply cutting their lawn?

Fortunately, there are ways to cut your costs on lawn care this summer that will leave room in your budget for the fun things in life…summer vacation!

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The Most Efficient Way to Heat and Cool Your Home

The Most Efficient Way To Heat and Cool Your Home

Are high utility bills, wildly variable indoor temperatures, and hot and cold spots problems in your home? These are all signs that your HVAC system could be a lot more energy efficient than it is currently. Check out our article on the most efficient way to heat and cool your home.

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