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5 Quick Fixes to Refresh Your Home in a Weekend
Renee Baylis Renee Baylis

5 Quick Fixes to Refresh Your Home in a Weekend

While a squeaky door hinge might be one of the lower-steak items on your to-do list, you’d be surprised how much finally having a silent door can positively impact your mood. In this month's blog post, we’ll get into a few of the smaller tasks you can cross off your to-do list in a single weekend.

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Home Maintenance Checklist: Preparing For Fall
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Home Maintenance Checklist: Preparing For Fall

 Fall is your grace period into the winter months, where prepping for colder days can save you future headaches. In this article, I’ll explain some of the tasks you can tackle before the winter hits. By staying proactive with your home maintenance, you can avoid the frustration altogether and still have time to take advantage of the season.

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When to Call a Handyman: Knowing Your Limits
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When to Call a Handyman: Knowing Your Limits

Have you ever started a home project just to realize you’re in over your head? There are several common problems that you can try yourself without risking any long-term damage to your house. With these, if you get too overwhelmed or realize you don’t have the skillset for it, you can just call your local handyman.

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How to Choose the Right Paint for Your Home
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How to Choose the Right Paint for Your Home

Painting is a relatively inexpensive change you can make to your home with a big impact on its appearance. Think of buying a paint color without careful consideration, like picking an outfit in the dark. You might end up with a fabulous fit, but chances are you’ll step into the light and realize it just doesn’t match.

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