If your home and yard are in full sun all day because you have a solar roof or because your landscaping hasn't matured yet, you may want to make some shade with canvas canopies. It's nice to have some shade in your yard and to protect your windows even if it's man-made rather than from trees. Here's why canvas is a good material for a canopy and the benefits of having canvas canopies for your yard or home.
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Replacing your windows can be a great way to improve your home's energy efficiency, but it doesn't come without a bit of work. So before you set up an appointment with your window installation contractor, you should take a few steps to ensure that the replacement process goes as smoothly as possible. Here's what you need to know about all the preparation needed before your window installation day arrives.
Clear Away Any Obstructions
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If you are a homeowner, you want to do everything you can to protect your property from severe weather. One option you may have heard of is hurricane screens. But do they really work? Take a closer look.
What Are Hurricane Screens?
Hurricane screens are made of heavy-duty mesh that is designed to withstand high winds and flying debris. They are typically installed over windows and doors and secured with screws or bolts.
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The plumbing system is often neglected despite its constant and heavy use. But remember a leak in your pipes can adversely affect your household cleaning activities and, in the worst-case scenario, cause water damage to your property. Since it can be difficult to pinpoint the leak's location, it is imperative to hire a plumbing expert for a diagnostic check-up. They will assess your system and detect and fix the leaks to prevent high repair and restoration costs from water damage.
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If you bought your home through a sheriff's sale, you purchased the property as is. There were no inspections done and you weren't given any documentation of maintenance or repairs that had been previously done on the home or the septic tank and system. Buying a home through a sheriff's sale can definitely be risky, particularly if there is a septic tank, but it can also be a way to affordably become a homeowner.
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