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Were you one the many people who got really into backyard gardening during the pandemic? Or maybe you’ve always been an avid gardener, and the quarantine period just gave you more time to enjoy your hobby. The recent increase in backyard and patio container gardening goes hand-in-hand with another phenomenon that is growing in popularity – composting! Composting involves saving …
One of the most popular home projects that people attempt on their own is repainting walls in one or more rooms. Even a novice DIY’er can usually handle a project such as painting a bedroom or office, and if you do a little bit of research, you can likely find answers to any questions you may have about painting either …
It’s summer in the south and that means a lot of things – hot days, humidity, and unfortunately, insects and pests invading your porches, patios and decks. You want to be able to fully enjoy your outdoor living spaces without being feasted upon like a Thanksgiving turkey, but you likely also don’t want to be constantly spraying noxious fumes into …
When it comes to the debate of things that run off of gas versus their electric counterparts, most people have a preference, but they may or may not be able to explain why. For some of us its simply a matter of what we have gotten used to, and what we have the most experience with. If you’ve only ever …
Kitchens have always been a central part of the American home, a place where family and friends gather for informal meals, cooking lessons and important conversations. This has become even more true recently, due in large part to the Coronavirus pandemic, which has kept so many of us at home more than ever. More importantly, the pandemic has forced many …
More and more people are becoming interested in solar energy these days, and many homeowners have either already installed such a system at their homes, or are beginning to wonder if it would be a good idea to make this investment. Solar panels can help you save money when it comes to the rising cost of electricity, though many people …
There are a lot of preparations required when you will be leaving town for an extended period of time, from laundry and packing to making sure that your mail and deliveries will either be retrieved regularly or held until your return. But what about your home, which will be sitting empty for a significant period of time? Homes that sit …
If you are currently in the market to purchase a home, and even if you are merely considering jumping in soon, you might be overwhelmed by frequent news reports that this seller’s market is becoming increasingly challenging for buyers. What you’ve likely heard is true – the pandemic boosted an already quite healthy market, with buyers now looking for larger …
Whether your home is a stepless ranch built on a concrete slab or you have a full basement beneath you, your home’s foundation can deteriorate over time. This can be caused by a variety of things, from poor soil compaction to plumbing leaks and inadequate foundation drainage. Climate and extreme weather situations can also lead to problems with your home’s …
