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Spring has sprung! It's one of our favorite times of year. Off come the storm windows and in comes the fresh air. It's a great time for gardening and getting your home into shape after being cooped-up all winter. In this edition of the On The House Express you'll find our spring maintenance checklist. It's a useful tool that we created to help you keep your home in tip-top shape. Plus, you'll want to be sure to check out our suggestions on how you and your family can tackle various spring cleaning tasks with ease. Our friends from Sta-Green also provide some terrific insight into how you can increase the appearance and value of your home with some simple landscaping chores. And, as always, join us 'In The Kitchen' for a sample of culinary delights whipped up by our buddy Dom Deluise! Avoid those pesky April showers and we will see you in May! |
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One of the most frequently misunderstood areas in homes today is the need for proper and adequate ventilation. Especially so in extreme high-humidity areas – such as in bathrooms. Equally misunderstood, is the need for (and role of) the mechanical exhaust system…more commonly referred to as: the bathroom fan.
Starting with the absolute “basics,” building codes require all habitable areas of homes to have windows (bedrooms, dining rooms and living rooms for example). However, in non-habitable areas (such as bathrooms) that are often centrally-located deep in the interior of one’s home, windows are not possible and codes allow natural ventilation (windows) to be replaced with mechanical forced-air fans – with certain “air-exchange” CFM (cubic-feet-per-minute) ratios specified based on room size. Read more...
Safety upgrades and modest remodeling are good investments
You'll want to think out exactly what you want to spend on your remodel before a decision. Currently, more modest investments are getting the best return. But before tackling any major remodeling project, first invest in safety upgrades.
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Grow Your Green—Growing Your Home’s Value…Brought To You By Sta-Green.
Landscaping is one of the easiest ways for homeowners to quickly increase their home’s value with little cost. Even just planting colorful flowers, grooming a lush lawn and adding greenery and potted plants creates a drastic transformation and higher perceived value. Professional Landcare Network and realtor estimates say landscaping can add up to 15 percent to property value. Read More...>
Regular maintenance can prevent damage that can lead to hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs. Here are some suggestions for seasonal repairs that can save you time and money later on!
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In The Kitchen with Dom DeLuise
Here are some of Dom's best recipes for you and your family to enjoy over the next month!
Chicken & Broccoli Pasta — Manga Pasta! Manga! Manga!
Cream of Any Vegetable Soup — Broccoli, asparagus, potato and carrots all work great for this delicious and simple soup!
Wontons — In the Mood for Chinese Food?
Dom's Banana Muffins — No Better Way to Start the Day!
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