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How to Safely Hook Up Your Washing Machine

A new washing machine can be an expensive but worthwhile investment. When you purchase a brand-new model, you can take advantage of better performance and more efficient operation. Of course, before you can enjoy your new clothes-washing technology, you need to hook up the machine to a water source. Fortunately, depending on the specific layout…

Be on the Lookout for Mold and Mildew

Even the most fastidious housekeepers may find themselves battling against mold and mildew. Basements, bathrooms and other damp areas are ideal breeding grounds for these fungal nuisances, though they’re mild (if persistent) problems in most well maintained homes. But if the fungi is allowed to grow unchecked — or worse, if there’s an unknown growth…

The Ultimate Guide to Painting Everything

It’s that time of the year for you to start your DIY projects. The first thing on the list is painting. You want to do something different than just splash the walls. There are many fixtures and objects in the home that can be jazzed up with paint. Just look around — you can pick…

4 Real Estate Trends to Watch

Last year was one of the strongest years for the real estate market. Experts predict that this strong real estate market will continue for a while. Unemployment is steadily declining and consumers are continuing to buy more, giving the real estate market the boost it needs to continue being successful. Take a look at these…