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Check Out How You Can Connect Your Home

If you've been looking for ways to simplify your daily routine, you should consider automating your home with smart devices. With an integrated home automation system, you can monitor appliances, water usage, security, and even air conditioning with Skelton's Air— even on the go. You'll never have to worry about forgetting to turn the lights off before you leave the house or wonder if you remembered to lock the front door. If you're busy cooking dinner, you can control devices in other rooms of Read more [...]
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4 Dangers of a Leaky Roof to Your Home

Leaky roofs happen. Older shingles can tear away in a heavy storm, or a snowstorm can clog your gutters and leave water sitting around the roofline. But once you spot any signs of roof damage or a leaky roof, call in a repair service ASAP. Without new shingles or a more comprehensive patch, leaky roofs can cause these four dangers to develop: Mold and Mildew Growth Image via Flickr by grongar Any leaks in your home's roof will allow moisture inside the structure. Not only does this Read more [...]
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Home Renovation – 4 Common Mistakes to Avoid

A lot of people talk about home renovation in a blasé way, but depending on the scope of the project it can be a colossal undertaking. After all, it’s an investment that may require a considerable commitment of financial resources. In actuality, even smaller-scale renovations such as bathroom makeovers can easily put a dent in the bank. The good news is that these types of projects don’t necessarily have to be expensive endeavours to pursue. And by avoiding many of the pitfalls and common Read more [...]
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What is a Staycation and How They Can Benefit Your Income

There are numerous reasons why the way we travel is changing. In recent years, quick jaunts to Europe have been incredibly popular. Cheap flights and growing options for stays, such as with Airbnb, have allowed a last-minute trip to Paris or Rome to be more accessible than ever. However, as we become more environmentally and economically conscious, these holidays are less appealing and, in turn, they are being replaced with staycations.     What is a Staycation   Staycation is a Read more [...]
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How to Prepare to Sell Your House in Essex

Successfully selling a property in Essex can be a challenge. But when you rise to that challenge and put all your energies behind the task, you can get the right buyer for your house with minimal stress. You need a little planning, forethought and hard work to get achieve the best results. Check out these tips for preparing your home so you’re ready to put it on the market. Look at the Outside First impressions count. This is true in life as well as in the housing market. So, step outside Read more [...]
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3 Television Shows to Inspire Your Home Remodeling Plans

While people may still remember the housing market crash of 2008, the corresponding rebound has made real estate investing a hot topic! One of the most popular ways to explore the benefits of property investing is by redesigning or remodeling older properties. Who doesn't love to watch an old home get the makeover that it deserves?   Thanks to the rise of reality television remodeling shows via networks like HGTV, numerous programs have been released over the past decade or so. There came Read more [...]
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4 Window Maintenance Tips Every Homeowner Needs

Many of the most common home maintenance issues that homeowners find themselves facing are related to their windows. Windows that aren’t properly maintained can develop serious problems much faster than many people realize. Royalty Free Photo Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Cleaner Keeping your windows clean is the most basic part of good window maintenance, but it's something that plenty of people overlook. You don't even need to spend much money on a window cleaner; you can make your own cleaning Read more [...]
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6 Ways to Help Your HVAC Last Longer

An HVAC system is a vital part of every home, keeping you cool on hot summer days and warm in winter, through circulating clean air in your house. These units work all the time, whether you're asleep or have gone out for the day. So it's important to take care of the system that takes care of you. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems can last many years, but are expensive when they eventually need to be replaced. So, here are some tips to get the most life out of yours.   Change Read more [...]
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Do You Have Old Oak Beams? Here’s Why You Should Retain and Restore Them

Wooden beams have been around for centuries, and they have certainly been used in many homes and buildings not just to lend character and personality to the property or abode, but also to give it more structural integrity. Beams are highly useful and practical, that’s for sure, but if you have old oak beams in your property and are thinking of what you can do with them, there are plenty of reasons why you should retain and restore them rather than do away with them altogether. In fact, doing away Read more [...]
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5 Ways You Can Keep Your Home’s Air Clean

Fresh air isn't just for hikes in the mountains. Fresh air is important for the indoors, and it's something you should always have in the place you spend the most time: your home. However, outdoor air pollution can seep in and add to the indoor pollutants already in your home. When these pollutants are combined with poor airflow due to insufficient ventilation, they can create a toxic environment.  By taking a few steps to improve ventilation and clean the air in your home, you can transform your Read more [...]