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Growing Region 101: Why It Matters for Your Lawn

If you ever cruise Pinterest or home design sites (and we’re guessing you do), you’ve probably fawned over a gorgeous lawn or two. And that can be sort of a bummer if your own grassy area is looking a little lackluster. Worried you don’t have a green thumb? Are you just cursed? Actually, it turns […]

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Written by Kacie Goff

July 19, 2019

Lawn and Landscaping Projects You Should Definitely Leave to the Pros

As a homeowner, you probably like the challenge and the cost-savings of handling many of your own lawn and landscaping projects. For example, cutting your grass weekly is a home maintenance task that most DIYers can successfully complete. However, there are other scenarios in which homeowners are taking matters into their own hands – with […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 18, 2019

5 Ways to Fix Temperature Variations In Your Home and Save Energy

Is there a spot in your home that’s always hotter or colder than the rest? It’s more common than you think. Fix temperature variations right away and you’ll extend the life of your HVAC system and save on your home energy bills. When a room’s temperature varies, your HVAC system has to adjust to regulate […]

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Written by Cynthia Bowman

July 15, 2019

The DIY Network’s Sara Bendrick Explains the 2019 Landscaping Trends

Creating the perfect outdoor space is not something that homeowners take lightly. Cutting your grass weekly is a good start, and incorporating Matt Blashaw’s outdoor lighting tips is also a step in the right direction. But what else can you do? Well, the National Association of Landscape Professionals has released its top 2019 landscaping trends. […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 13, 2019

How to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Bidding War

You’ve found the house you love. But, apparently, so have other buyers — and it’s the same house. When several buyers want to compete for the same property, how do sellers choose among offers? What can you do to increase your chances of getting the home? Freshome asked several experts to share the secrets of winning […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 12, 2019

5 Tips for a Summer-Ready Lawn

A summer-ready lawn only takes a few days of care. In fact, just a little extra TLC ensures your landscaping can withstand hot temperatures while still looking great. Taking a weekend to clean up and care for your lawn in the spring can mean greener grass and a summer-ready lawn that also requires less maintenance when […]

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Written by Jae Curtis

July 10, 2019

How to Keep Your Heating and Cooling Vents Clean

Dusty heating and cooling vents aren’t just ugly. They can also restrict the airflow into a room if the dust buildup gets bad enough, and you risk dust and debris getting down into your air ducts. So, to keep your heating and cooling vents free of dust and debris, below we have both some cleaning […]

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Written by Michelle Honeyager

July 8, 2019

Update Your Patio This Year With This One Outdoor Decorating Trend

Desert-inspired earth tones and bohemian chic vibes are the biggest trends this year for the home. And the trend goes outdoors this summer, too. You don’t have to break the bank to update your patio every year. Designers are focusing on one main zone of your outdoor space this year: your outdoor flooring. Depending on […]

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Written by Cynthia Bowman

July 5, 2019

What’s Tripping Your Circuit Breaker?

You’re cooking, washing clothes or just turning on the blender. All of a sudden, the power goes out in some area of your home. Something is tripping one of your circuit breakers. But what could be causing this? Should you treat it as a minor inconvenience, or should you be concerned that you might eventually […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 3, 2019

Forget “Sparking Joy”: 8 Decluttering Questions That Actually Work

The wave of Marie Kondo’s popularity has devotees asking themselves if their cheese graters “spark joy” and thanking their college textbooks for their service. Her ruthless brand of decluttering, as depicted on Netflix’s Tidying up with Marie Kondo, centers around only keeping things that bring you joy in your home. When something no longer makes […]

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Written by Jae Curtis

July 1, 2019

Monthly Archives: July 2019

Growing Region 101: Why It Matters for Your Lawn

Lawn and Landscaping Projects You Should Definitely Leave to the Pros

5 Ways to Fix Temperature Variations In Your Home and Save Energy

The DIY Network’s Sara Bendrick Explains the 2019 Landscaping Trends

How to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Bidding War

5 Tips for a Summer-Ready Lawn

How to Keep Your Heating and Cooling Vents Clean

Update Your Patio This Year With This One Outdoor Decorating Trend

What’s Tripping Your Circuit Breaker?

Forget “Sparking Joy”: 8 Decluttering Questions That Actually Work

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