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There are many advantages of homeownership, but the burden of maintaining, repairing and replacing home appliances goes right along with it. The decision to repair or replace a broken or failing appliance is often made under pressure and without adequate knowledge about the nature of the appliance or its expected lifetime.
Water HeatersUnless the water heater isn’t working properly because of a part that’s easy to replace, it’s almost never a good idea to repair it. The primary causes of water...
With fall rapidly approaching, a change in seasons is the perfect excuse to redecorate your front porch. From a coat of paint to DIY doormats, these seasonal ideas are relatively simple and will give your home a fresh outlook for the new season.
Repaint the door.A simple fresh coat of paint can do wonders. Simply remove the hardware, prep with a primer, and get to painting! With the cooler weather, fall is the perfect time to paint. Whether it’s a bold red or a neutral brown, a newly painted...
Anyone who has had their basement flood can understand what a hassle it can be to resolve the issue. Whether it’s a completely flooded basement, or water seeping through your walls, fixing these problems is a time consuming and expensive process. Although there’s no way to guarantee that your basement will never flood, there are some proactive steps you can take to prevent things from getting out of hand.
Properly maintain your gutters
Although the work to keep your drainage system in ta...
You would think not since it is new and the developer has to adhere to local construction guidelines. However, err on the side of caution—always hire an inspector, whether the home is old or new.
You can ask the builder to provide copies of any inspection reports on the property, architectural plans, surveys and pertinent construction documents for your inspector to review.
The inspector should either be a professional home inspector, an engineer, an architect or a contractor. When hiring a...
With cooler temperatures and shorter days, fall brings a new set of seasonal changes that may affect how potential buyers view your home. Here are a couple of tips to help you strategically welcome fall with open arms.
Maintain Curb Appeal.
Monitor the outside of your home consistently since fallen leaves may make a home appear sloppy or unkempt. While you can certainly grab a rake or leaf blower and get to work, consider hiring a lawn care service to come by on a regular basis to take a...SENATE BILL 76
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REAL PROPERTY TAX REFORM
Contact your state senator today and ask them to support the School Property Tax Elimination Act.PAR expects a vote on this issue the week of Nov. 16.
