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How to Tell When You Need to Call a Roofing ProfessionalA home's roof can seem like a virtually indestructible part of the structure until something goes terribly wrong. These signs make it clear that homeowners need to contact a roof professional quickly, to protect their properties and ensure that the roof remains intact.

Home Roof Maintenance Homeowners Can Do to Prolong Its Lifespan

To keep their roofing materials in optimal condition, homeowners must commit to having routine roof inspections and maintenance services performed by a skilled professional. During regular inspections, roofing experts can look for damage and other problems caused by inclement weather conditions, wildlife, or other factors. With the early detection of these problems, it is possible to prevent the need for extensive

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6 Benefits of Residential Solar Energy for HomeownersMany Canadian homeowners have begun to supplement traditional energy sources with residential solar panels. The technology is available for homeowners to be able to live completely off grid and produce enough energy to meet the needs of a family. There are a multitude of reasons why individuals choose to go solar and there are many advantages for those deciding to go with residential solar power.

As many first-world nations rely upon residential solar panels as part of their clean energy solution, the maturity of the technology makes it easier for homeowners to switch to residential solar panels. Understand more about the advantages of residential solar panels for Canadian homeowners today.

How to Determine If a Home Would Save Money with

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What Every New Homeowner Needs in Their ToolboxWhile moving into a new home can be rather exciting, there will inevitably be a need for basic tools to get settled in properly. Rather it be a minor repair or simply a need to hang pictures or stabilize loose screws, these essential tools for homeowners are must-haves for the toolbox.

Versatile Screwdriver Set and a Shock Absorbing Hammer

Homeowners will certainly find a set of screwdrivers of multiple sizes essential around the house, and there are models that feature a variety of adapters for more compact storage in toolboxes. Choose comfort grip screwdrivers with a ratcheting feature for ease of use. A sturdy, shock absorbing hammer will be needed for a variety of jobs, with a popular size being a one-pound model with a 16-inch shock

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How to Pick a Home Security SystemThe technology of the day has made it possible for homeowners to enjoy an array of choices when it comes to their home security systems. New start-up companies are moving away from the standard contract models of home security to offer people more flexibility to choose what works for them. Whether homeowners just a want a few deterrents or the equivalent of an impenetrable fortress, there's more than one way to catch a thief.

How to Choose a Home Security System

The smartest thing a homeowner can do before choosing their security system is to look at their home the way a criminal would. An unlatched gate, an unlocked window, or a shadowy half of the home can provide all the opportunity a thief needs to muscle their way in. Residents who leave

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Think About Layers of Lighting to Create Attractive Room SchemesEvery home needs general illumination for indoor rooms as well as outdoor rooms. General lighting, specific task lighting, and planning for all contingencies when building or remodeling can be difficult. There are basic principles, however, for private and public spaces that will help guide those decisions.

5 Points to Consider:

  • Is the room primarily for daytime activities or evening enjoyment?
  • Is it an active space or one designed for rest, relaxation and privacy?
  • Is the room designed for adults or children?
  • Does the space support multiple uses, or is it meant for specific function?
  • What is the room's orientation? Is there a lot of natural light?

The best lighting solutions for all rooms should include a layered

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Home Winterizing Tips: Enjoy a Comfortable Winter & Protect Your HomeYou likely get your winter clothing out in the fall and perhaps even prepare your car for the colder weather. Your Spruce Avenue new home also should be winterized. Getting your home ready for the winter can keep you more comfortable, potentially save you money on mid-season repairs and protect your investment. Here are some winterizing tips for your home.

Take Care of Your HVAC System

One of the easiest, economical steps you can take is changing air filters for your furnace. Furnace filters are inexpensive and simple to change. Getting a furnace clean and tune-up can also help ensure your heating system is ready for another season of cold weather. Find a reputable HVAC contractor to conduct your furnace clean and tune-up.

Check for Air

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DIY or Hire a Professional for a Home RenovationMany homeowners enjoy a feeling of satisfaction when planning and completing a home renovation or repair. However, everyone has a different skill set and a homeowner may be unaware of some important considerations when it comes to home repairs or renovations. What should a homeowner think about before taking on a home project?

Talk to multiple contractors about larger home repairs and renovations before getting started on a project without applicable experience. Use these tips to determine whether or not to DIY or hire a licensed contractor for a home repair or renovation.

Are You Experienced?

Watching a project being completed on a home improvement show or Youtube does not make a homeowner an expert. While some projects are simple enough

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How to Handle mould in a HomeMould in the home environment is a growing concern for homeowners across the country. In addition to being a serious health hazard for the occupants of the home, the presence of mould can reduce or eliminate prospective buyer interest and be both difficult and expensive for homeowners to deal with.

Identifying the Cause of the Mould

Knowing the type of mould is pivotal to understanding the potential hazards, as some species are more destructive than others. Homeowners can either buy a DIY testing kit or contact a professional to identify the samples. Ultimately, the homeowner needs to know where the mould came from, so they have an opportunity to eliminate the problem at its source. In many cases, it's as easy as replacing a leaking

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Picking the Best Paint Color To Sell Your HomeYou’re selling your home and time is of the essence. Your real estate professional has suggested that you might want to repaint your daughter’s pink bedroom, or the dark blue feature wall in the hall or the red walls in your husband’s basement man-cave.

But it’s only paint, right? It’s not broken windows or doors hanging off the hinges or an outdated bathroom. Things that really put buyers off. It’s only paint! Surely people coming to see your home for sale can look beyond the paint.

Sadly, many can’t. Many potential buyers lack imagination or they’re not visual people. That’s why home stagers want you to hide personal items when getting your home ready to sell. Buyers want to picture themselves living in your home. And no matter how

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Home Technology for SellersWhen selling a home, there are a lot of great options that can be added to entice buyers. Some of them are going to be more popular than others, but one of the best choices is smart tech. With so much technology offered, and with a variety of advancements to choose from, sellers can install many different features that can interest a buyer in their home. A lot of these options are not overly expensive, so they can be wise investments when it comes to getting a good price for a house and finding a buyer quickly. A shorter time on the market and a fair price are very helpful for a seller who's looking to move on to a new place.

The Smart Thermostat

No longer do buyers have to get up and set the temperature at specific times during the day.

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