Nothing can ruin a busy day like having your power go out, especially at night, and you have tons of work with deadlines to meet. Most of the time, power outages tend to occur at the most inopportune moments. This makes you wonder what better alternative energy source to have around as a backup. Wel...

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One of the best ways of increasing energy efficiency in your homes is installing insulation in your walls. This saves you money that you would have otherwise used on heating and cooling the walls. Proper wall insulation also helps to buffer sound, which is a bonus too. The best part about insulating...

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Being a homeowner comes with its fair share of baggage that you must be prepared to tackle. Failure of which you may end up with much bigger problems on your hands. Most of the time, homeowners opt to hire professionals for these simple tasks, which costs a pretty penny. However, with a little skill...

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Cleaning your windows to have crystal clear and streak-free results involves a series of simple processes. Most homeowners are accustomed to using spray bottles and paper towels. However, nothing gets windows squeaky clean like a good squeegee. So if you want to learn how to clean windows without Wi...

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Saw sharpening and saw maintenance are important parts of owning quality power saws. Many types of saws perform different functions and are used for different purposes. However, as far as engine-less tools go, no other tool cuts through grain, bricks, and even metal as a good sharp saw. But then aga...

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Knowing the ins and outs of any power tool is a vital step when looking to use them safely and effectively. A circular saw falls in the list of power tools that are very helpful when used appropriately. However, they can also be quite dangerous machines, especially when used recklessly. That’s why...

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Take a good look at your driveway. Do you see grime, mildew, dirt, and stains? Pressure washing your driveway will increase your home’s curb appeal without spending tons of money, and restore it to its former condition. Before you run out to start pressure washing, ...

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Natural disasters like floods are rare, and they don’t only occur out in the country side. Urban areas can have flooding too. Runoff from buildings, parking lots, or streets can overpower the city sewers. It can back up sewage into your basement. Fortunately, you ca...

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The point of a home renovation is to add to the value of your home. Rarely does a home renovation go according to plan, so you should have a detailed plan in place, with an end goal, before you decide upon how extensively to renovate. If you make costly mistakes durin...

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Most of us at some time or another, have experienced a screen door that is sticking. An ideally operating screen door should function easily, with a smooth gliding motion, allowing you to open and close it with one hand. You shouldn’t have to use any force. If your ...

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