Are you at home, wondering why you’re spending so much on your heating bills and still feeling a chilly draft? If so, I doubt you’re the only one. Some 90% of residential properties are under-insulated, according to measurements taken by the Home Energy Rating System (HERS). It’s claimed that Americans would reduce electricity consumption by…
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It’s still not too late to plant a few winter vegetables in the garden. While most folks believe it’s almost impossible to grow anything but a pumpkin in the winter months, there are at least six other vegetables that love the cooler weather. And a vegetable patch is a beautiful garden feature when selling your…
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There are some great reasons to sell your home during the winter, whether that’s by necessity or choice. Check out these seven top tips that weigh up the advantages and challenges of selling at this time of year. Less competition Fewer homes are for sale at this time of year. That’s good news for you,…
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If you’re a little late in readying your home for the ravages of winter, don’t fret – it’s not too late. Maintenance is essential to owning a home, but when life gets super busy, finding the time to finish all those little jobs you promised to tick off your list is challenging. Follow this checklist…
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As the winter days close in, it’s tempting to survey your garden and consider cutting back some of your plants to give them the best chance of weathering the freezing temperatures. It’s an excellent strategy for many trees and shrubs, reducing the risk of winter mildew and encouraging future growth and flowering in the spring. …
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Winter is always a special time to put your home on the market. Buyers will often be grateful to come indoors, having battled the elements to arrive at your home for their walkthrough. So, this is the perfect opportunity to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that will cast your home in an incredibly positive…
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Winter is a time to make your home super-cozy with a roaring fireplace, the heating system cranked up, throw rugs draped over sofas and holiday decorations to brighten your day against the gray outside. However, what you do to warm your home can also create a fire hazard. American fire departments report approximately 1.4 million…
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Preparing your home for the onslaught of winter weather should help protect your property from damage and save you big bucks on your heating bills. Winterizing your home requires focus on the exterior and interior, where gaps under doors and in baseboards will suck out the hot air you’ve spent serious dollars generating. It’s just…
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As the shorter days signal the coming of winter, there is one essential task to complete in your garden: pruning back your shrubs and trees so they survive the coming cooler days. Maintaining a garden makes a substantial difference to the value and desirability of your home when the time comes to sell. Gardens can…
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It only seemed a few weeks ago that we were enjoying the warm days of summer. But with winter on the way, it’s time to double down at home and prepare for colder days. Now is a perfect time of year to give your home a spruce up and deep clean, so these recommendations will…
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