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Entry Way Safety Tips for Elderly Loved Ones

Good entryway safety for elderly family members comes down to three things: a clear walking surface, enough light to see every step, and a sturdy railing to hold on to....

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Vinyl Siding Colors To Consider for Your Home

The vinyl siding colors homeowners keep coming back to are barn red, muted green, soft coastal blue and grey. These four shades topped many lists of vinyl siding colors 2020...

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How To Stop Animals From Making Holes In Your Siding

To stop animals from making holes in siding, inspect the house regularly, patch every hole as soon as you find it, use deterrents at the spots they keep returning to,...

beige yellow vinyl siding

What Causes Vinyl Siding To Warp?

Warped vinyl siding usually has one of two causes: too much heat or improper installation. Vinyl is a plastic, so it softens and distorts when it gets too hot, and...

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What Causes Gutters To Overflow And What To Do About It

Gutters overflow when water cannot move through them fast enough. Most of the time the cause is a clog, but heavy rain and too few gutters can do it as...

retractable awning on yellow house

How To Remove And Prevent Mold And Mildew On Your Retractable Awning

To clean awning fabric that has mold or mildew on it, brush off loose debris, soak the fabric with a garden hose, scrub gently with a soft brush and a...

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Why You Should Replace Your Aluminum Siding With Vinyl

If your aluminum siding is faded, chalky or dented, you have two choices: repair it or replace it. In many cases, it makes more sense to replace aluminum siding with...

blue retractable awning

Should You Retract Your Awning When It Rains?

You do not need to retract your awning for a light rain, but you should retract it in heavy rain or strong wind. A retractable awning is pitched so light...

cracked and broken glass window

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Broken Window Replacement?

Does homeowners insurance cover a broken window? Sometimes. It depends on what caused the damage and on how the cost of the replacement compares with your policy’s deductible. Storm damage...