| Radon Testing |
1/12/2010 |
Radon is a colorless, odorless, soil gas that can seep into homes through small spaces and openings, such as cracks, concrete, floor drains, sump pump openings, wall/floor joints in basements, and pores in walls. Radon can also enter a home through well water.
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| Make your Home Comfortable for Winter |
1/12/2010 |
Stop the drafts. Go around your home looking for drafts. These are often leaks around windows or doors that do not seal tightly, but you may also find cracks and uneven joints. Repair these as you are able. If you have a fire place, make sure it is closed when you are not using it.
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| Bring Safety Home |
1/12/2010 |
Safety in the home is more important now than ever. Preventable injuries and deaths are on the rise in homes and communities across the United States. To really make an impact, people need to be aware of the hazards around them and change their behaviors.
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| Preventing Child Injuries at Home |
6/24/2009 |
Take some simple hands-on steps to make your home safer. You can protect the ones you love by preventing child injuries at home. Below are some prevention tips for leading causes of child injury.
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| Home Inspection Offers Peace of Mind to Buyer, Sales Tool to Sellers |
6/24/2009 |
The idea of having your home inspected before it goes on the market for sale is not new. But it is an idea which has gained momentum as buyers have become more and more picky. And today, anything a seller can do to make the buyer more comfortable is considered worthwhile.
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| Spring Safety Tips |
4/7/2009 |
As Spring and warm weather rolls in, we all enjoy moving our activities to the great outdoors. According to the CDC, below are some tips to help keep you safe and healthy during the spring and summer seasons.
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| Reduce Energy Costs |
11/21/2008 |
There are several quick “fixes” homeowners can do to reduce energy costs within their home. House Doctors Handyman Service offers these wall, door and window repair tips to help harness energy:
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| Holiday Health and Safety Tips |
11/21/2008 |
The holidays are a time to celebrate, give thanks, and reflect. They are also a time to pay special attention to your health. Give the gift of health and safety to yourself and others by following these holiday tips.
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| Kitchen Updates |
9/29/2008 |
Kitchens are no longer just for serving meals. For many families, this area of the home serves as a social spot for family gatherings, a home office or a study area for their children. Unfortunately, kitchens can also be the most expensive spot in your house to remodel. With that in mind, we have suggested some simple projects that you can do to spruce up your kitchen, without breaking the bank.
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| Sensitive to Mold? |
9/29/2008 |
Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can cause symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, or skin irritation. Some people, such as those with serious allergies to molds, may have more severe reactions.te
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| Handyman Blog |
5/20/2008 |
This blog contains information about home repairs and improvements, entertaining stories and interesting pictures, and is intended for home owners and home buyers.
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| Safe Steps Reduce Falls |
5/19/2008 |
Millions of Americans are only a step away from becoming victims of the leading cause of unintentional home injuries –falls. Adults over age 60 rank highest for injuries and deaths resulting from falls, however, every age group is affected. According to the Home Safety Council, 5.1 million injuries resulted from slips and falls on average each year, with falls accounting for more than one-third of all unintentional home injury deaths.
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| Preventing Drowning Deaths |
5/19/2008 |
According to The State of Home Safety In America™ report drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury and related death. Drowning incidents may involve any source of standing water, including swimming pools, spas, buckets, bathtubs and toilets.
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| Gutters |
4/14/2008 |
Artful gutters and downspouts add a nice architectural detail. Gutters and downspouts, which redirect rain away from a home's foundation, can be works of art.
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| Buying an Appliance |
3/24/2008 |
When buying a new appliance, choose a product that has earned an ENERGY STAR.te
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| Appliance Donation |
3/24/2008 |
When updating your home with new appliances, consider donating your old ones
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| Ways To Make Your Kitchen More Energy Efficient And Save Money |
2/19/2008 |
Ways To Make Your Kitchen More Energy Efficient And Save Money
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| Reduce your Energy Expenditures |
2/19/2008 |
You can reduce your energy expenditures by developing energy saving habits:
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| Weekend Wasters |
1/23/2008 |
Weekend Wasters struggle with DIY handyman jobste
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| Step by Step Instructions on Organization |
1/15/2008 |
HouseDoctors Handyman Service provides these step by step instructions on organization
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| Potential Dangers from Holiday Lights |
11/7/2007 |
As the holidays approach, House Doctors is urging people to look for and eliminate potential dangers from holiday lights and decorations, which leads to more than 8,700 visits to the emergency room each holiday season.te
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