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6 Low-Maintenance Succulent Garden Ideas for Any Front Yard

The beauty of succulents is that they're as water-efficient and easy to maintain as they are pretty. These versatile plants, with their diverse shapes, colors, and textures, offer endless possibilities for creating a captivating landscape…

Tom PelletierApril 17, 2024

Parts of an air conditioning system to know

Air HVAC

A Simple Guide to the Main Parts of Your Air Conditioning System

Peeling back the layers of your air conditioning system reveals more than just wires and coils – it uncovers fascinating interactions of technology and engineering, designed to keep you comfortable. This guide will take a…

Tom PelletierApril 4, 2024

Roof

Should a Roof Vent Pipe Be Covered?

Have you ever found yourself staring up at your roof, puzzled by the various components, lost in a sea of shingles? You're not alone. Specifically, many homeowners wonder about the purpose of the roof vent…

Steve MangekianMarch 20, 2024

Home Maintenance

How Are Ceiling Fans Measured? Ensuring Optimal Performance

Every homeowner knows the importance of a ceiling fan that delivers optimal performance and seamlessly integrates with the room's design. The perfect balance hinges on one crucial factor – appropriate sizing. Properly measured ceiling fans…

Steve MangekianMarch 20, 2024

Home Maintenance

Easy Steps to Fix Chipped Paint on Your Wall

Is your home's interior looking a bit worse for wear due to chips in the paint? Peeling or chipped wall paint is a common inconvenience that many homeowners face – but it doesn't have to…

Steve MangekianMarch 13, 2024

Septic

Does Every House Have a Septic Tank?

When it comes to our homes, there are many aspects that we often overlook or take for granted. One such aspect is wastewater. We don't usually give much thought to what happens after we flush…

Steve MangekianMarch 7, 2024

Basement

Cellar vs Basement? Key Differences and Benefits

For many homeowners, the differences that separate the cellar vs basement are murky at best. Knowing if you have a real cellar or a basement can help you turn these hidden spaces from unused areas…

Steve MangekianMarch 6, 2024

Hot Tub

How to Clean a Hot Tub Filter (The Easy Way)

Do you want clear, clean, and relaxing hot tub water? A regular filter cleaning routine is an absolute must. Contrary to popular belief, hot tub maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. This straightforward…

Steve MangekianMarch 1, 2024

What size nails are best for a baseboard?

Home Maintenance

What Size Nails Are the Best For a Baseboard?

If you've ever tried hammering flimsy little nails into a baseboard only to have it slowly wiggle loose over time, you know the frustration of using the wrong fastener. A loose baseboard not only looks…

Steve MangekianFebruary 23, 2024

Plumbing

Ultimate Guide on How to Remove Pex Clamps

PEX has become a popular piping option in modern plumbing systems. However, roadblocks like a stubborn PEX clamp during plumbing projects can quickly turn an ordinary day into a big headache. Don't panic yet! With the…

Steve MangekianFebruary 20, 2024

6 Low-Maintenance Succulent Garden Ideas for Any Front Yard

A Simple Guide to the Main Parts of Your Air Conditioning System

Should a Roof Vent Pipe Be Covered?

How Are Ceiling Fans Measured? Ensuring Optimal Performance

Easy Steps to Fix Chipped Paint on Your Wall

Does Every House Have a Septic Tank?

Cellar vs Basement? Key Differences and Benefits

How to Clean a Hot Tub Filter (The Easy Way)

What Size Nails Are the Best For a Baseboard?

Ultimate Guide on How to Remove Pex Clamps

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