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Introduction Many homeowners use the terms “home warranty” and “home insurance” like they mean the same thing. They do not. And mixing them up can cost you real money. Imagine your air conditioner breaks down in the middle of summer.…
Home Warranty Companies Your home is probably the biggest investment you will ever make. And when something breaks — your AC stops working in July, your water heater gives out, or your refrigerator suddenly dies — the repair bills can…
Yes — home insurance covers water damage, but only some types. If a pipe suddenly breaks in your kitchen and water goes everywhere, your policy will most likely pay for the repairs. But if rain floods your basement, or a…
Short answer: Termite treatment costs between $230 and $1,000 for most homes. But if the infestation is severe — it can go up to $2,500 or more. Here’s exactly what affects the price and how to avoid overpaying. Why Termite…
The best wood for raised garden beds is cedar, followed by redwood, black locust, Douglas fir, cypress, and untreated pine. Planning to build a raised garden bed? The wood you pick matters more than you think. Wrong wood can rot…
There is a ridiculous feeling of relief when you have Blu Tack. No nails, no drills, no damage — or so it appears. You can stick posters, photos, kids’ art or knickknacks up and everything looks great. And then one day you…
Spider plants, a k a Chlorophytum comosum, are among the easiest and most adaptable houseplants you can grow. They originate from the southern coast of South Africa, and they have long, arched leaves that can be green, white-striped or yellow-striped. As the…
Shamrock plants, which may also be called lucky clovers or false shamrocks, are lovely houseplants with delicate green or purple leaves that fold up at night . These plants belong to the Oxalis family and are very easy to grow, making…
Campanula bellflowers are admired for their beautiful, bell-shaped flowers and lovely coloration choices including blue, purple, pink, and white. These delightful flowers, which belong to the Campanulaceae family, are over 500 species. They flourish in moderate climates and make a gorgeous…
Flaming Katy, or Kalanchoe blossfeldiana as the scientists prefer to call it, is a vibrant succulent that brings color to any corner indoors in the form of clusters of starry little flowers. It is loved for its long-lasting blooms, compact size,…
