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Maintenance

14 ways every homeowner should prepare for a power outage
Maintenance

14 ways every homeowner should prepare for a power outage

Don’t get caught offguard – here are some tips to help you survive an electrical outage.
Warning signs a house could be a money pit
Home Renovating, Maintenance, Money

Warning signs a house could be a money pit

Here are the subtle signs the house you love is going to cost you more than just the purchase price.
13 things you shouldn’t pressure wash
Cleaning & Decluttering, Maintenance

13 things you shouldn’t pressure wash

A pressure wash can serve a valuable role in home maintenance, but don’t get carried away! Pressure washing can do more harm than good.
8 things you should never do with power boards
Maintenance

8 things you should never do with power boards

There are a few rules you’re probably breaking when it comes to power board use. Here are 8 things you should never do with them.
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8 tool maintenance tips you need to follow
Maintenance

8 tool maintenance tips you need to follow

Just a few simple steps can help keep your tools in great working condition.
13 things you should never flush down your toilet
Maintenance

13 things you should never flush down your toilet

Trust us, you'll be saving yourself from unnecessary stress and excess expenditure if you avoid flushing these items.
10 car repairs you’ve probably wasted money on
Maintenance

10 car repairs you’ve probably wasted money on

Here are a few examples of car repairs and maintenance on which you might be wasting money.
8 Internal Home Upgrades Before You Decide To Sell
Maintenance

Here’s how often you need to replace everything in your home

Better prepare yourself and your home for replacing things.
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Maintenance

12 things a new homeowner often doesn’t know

As a new homeowner, you trade the challenges of acquiring a home for those of home ownership. Fortunately, these tips make handling home-ownership challenges less stressful.
Bathroom, Maintenance

14 problems with your toilet you’ll regret ignoring

If you spot these troubles with your toilet, don't wait around for them to go away.
13 items that are a fire hazard if you don’t clean them enough
Cleaning & Decluttering, Maintenance

13 items that are a fire hazard if you don’t clean them enough

Continually putting off cleaning these items around your house can actually be very dangerous.
11 ways you’re shortening the life of your air conditioner
Maintenance

11 ways you’re shortening the life of your air conditioner

As temperatures rise, you're going to want to read up on these tips to keep your air conditioning cool without blowing a gasket (literally!).
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Home maintenance myths you’ll wish you knew sooner
Maintenance

Home maintenance myths you’ll wish you knew sooner

We busted 11 home maintenance myths you'll wish you would have known about sooner.
Hazards you never thought of until now
Maintenance

10 hazards you haven’t thought of at home

Yikes! We bet you probably never thought much about these common, everyday hazards creeping up in your life.
9 things all smart homeowners should do once a week
Maintenance

9 things all smart homeowners should do once a week

These weekly tune-ups will keep your home clean and maintained.
21 ways you’re shortening the life of your dishwasher
Kitchen, Maintenance

21 ways you’re shortening the life of your dishwasher

Bear in mind these ways to keep this appliance running or else risk washing your dishes by hand.
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Household items you had no idea were reusable
Maintenance, Money

Household items you had no idea were reusable

Save money and reduce your carbon footprint!
40+ things most homeowners aren’t doing but need to
Cleaning & Decluttering, Maintenance

40+ things most homeowners aren’t doing but need to

You probably haven’t done these cleaning and home maintenance tasks lately (if ever!), but it’s imperative that you do. The good news is they’re easy, and we’ll show you how.
10 money lies your plumber might be telling you
Maintenance

10 money lies your plumber might be telling you

You might not have a clue why your pipes are leaking, but here’s how you can tell if a plumber is spouting you a line – and how to avoid getting ripped off.
18 home repairs anyone can do
Maintenance

18 home repairs anyone can do

You can quickly master these yourself, even if you’re not very handy. They’re all smallish jobs that can fend off big problems later.
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11 house sounds you should never ignore
Maintenance

11 house sounds you should never ignore

Your home is trying to tell you something with all those rattles, creaks, clanks and squeaks. Know what to listen for – and when to call for help.
10 silent signs your house has a major electrical problem
Maintenance

10 silent signs your house has a major electrical problem

Here are 10 silent clues that your home may have a serious electrical problem.
12 ways you’re shortening the life of your home appliances
Maintenance

12 ways you’re shortening the life of your home appliances

Are your appliances and devices on the fritz frequently, or do they need to be replaced sooner than expected? Spoiler alert: It’s probably your fault.
12 common bedroom items that are secretly toxic
Maintenance

12 common bedroom items that are secretly toxic

If you’re not careful, the room that should foster sweet dreams could become a waking nightmare. Don’t miss these surprising dangers that may be lurking in your bedroom – and wreaking havoc on [...]
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Spots to never, ever skip when spring cleaning
Maintenance

Spots to never, ever skip when spring cleaning

I’m a burglar – here’s how to outsmart me
Maintenance

I’m a burglar – here’s how to outsmart me

From burglars’ mouths to your ears: Here are the vulnerabilities they look for when they’re deciding whether to rob you blind.
22 signs your house is vulnerable to being robbed
Maintenance

22 signs your house is vulnerable to being robbed

Here’s how to make sure your home doesn't become the latest crime statistic.
13 garage mistakes that could put you in danger
Maintenance

13 garage mistakes that could put you in danger

Try these tips to make your garage safer for you and your family.
20 hidden things in your home that may be a fire hazard
Maintenance

20 hidden things in your home that may be a fire hazard

Keep your family and property safe by being mindful of these hidden fire dangers in your home.
17 of the most brilliant ways to fix things with baking soda
Maintenance

17 of the most brilliant ways to fix things with baking soda

These baking soda uses are about to make your life much easier.
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