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Downsizing Tips for Seniors: How to Make the Process Easier Read Living in a smaller home means less to take care of, smaller utility bills and mortgage payments, and the opportunity to stay safe and healthy in order to age in place. Here are a few tips to make the process easier.

Home Maintenance, Safety

Building Permits: Why You Need One and How to Get It Read While it’s true that building permits can be a pain, they actually serve a very important role that makes the process worthwhile. We’ll explain why building permits are a thing, why you need one and how to get one.

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Removing Wallpaper
Made Easy Read Wallpaper is notoriously difficult to remove (picture hours and hours of steaming, scraping, peeling, etc.). Life’s too short, and you’ve got better things to do. Here's what you need to get the job done fast.

Home Maintenance, Home Decor

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Home Maintenance, DIY

MAINTENANCE MINUTES: HOW TO CHECK YOUR WINDOWS FOR LEAKS

June 13, 2022 | Maintenance Minutes Series, homeowner, windows
The most common issues that you will encounter with your property’s windows are problems stemming from water intrusion, difficulty opening and closing windows, and air leaks.

Home Maintenance, DIY

MAINTENANCE MINUTES: HOW TO CHANGE YOUR FURNACE FILTER

June 6, 2022 | Maintenance Minutes Series, homeowner, HVAC
For this project, there’s no assembly or tools required–anyone can change out an old filter. Plus, it’s a good life skill to know as there will come a time when you need to utilize this expertise.

Home Maintenance, Home Inspection, Safety

MAINTENANCE MINUTES: HOW TO TEST YOUR SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

May 31, 2022 | Maintenance Minutes Series, electrical, ceiling
Did you know you can cut risks related to carbon monoxide poisoning and fire hazards in half by following just a few helpful tips? All you need is a foot stool or ladder and possibly a few batteries.

Home Maintenance, Home Inspection

GETTING RID OF YOUR BAD-TASTING TAP WATER FOR GOOD

May 23, 2022 | plumbing, homeowner, appliances
In some areas of the United States, tap water includes additives that you may have certain sensitivities or allergies to.

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