Recent Home Improvement Articles

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Home Improvement
Michael Franco

How Outdoor Outlets Keep You Safe

Choosing the right outdoor outlet with the appropriate safety features is crucial for a secure and reliable electrical setup. Here's all you need to know.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Home Security Tips for Renters

You might not own your home, but you can keep it secure with devices such as alarm systems for apartments and door bars. Try these home security tips for renters to feel safer in your apartment.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Often Should You Get a Home Inspection?

Why get a home inspection without a good reason? Knowledge is power, and knowing as much as possible about your home's condition is an excellent way to protect your family and nip minor issues in the bud. 

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost?

A closer look at home inspection costs can help lift the shroud of mystery surrounding this essential part of the buying and selling process.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

How Much Do Security Monitoring Services Cost?

Home monitoring systems are becoming more popular as technological advances support more security for families. There's a wide range of offerings from many companies you can choose from as you decide how best to protect your house.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

How Does a Water Softener Work?

Water softeners remove hard minerals from the water supply inside your home. Here's a look at how these machines work.

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Home Improvement
Hannah Stephens

Why Is My Oven Getting Too Hot?

You don't necessarily need to buy a new appliance to resolve an overheating oven. Understanding why an oven gets too hot can help you find the culprit and fix the issue.

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Home Improvement
Sarah Stasik

Why Does My Dryer Smell Like It's Burning?

A burning smell doesn't mean your dryer's on fire — but it could be a warning that something's up with your machine. We'll walk you through troubleshooting.

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