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    How to Prepare Your Home for Spring: Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist

    Home November 17, 2023

    Take advantage of the mild spring weather by starting your annual spring cleaning early. With this checklist, we’ve made it easy to get your home ready for those April showers and summer storms. [1] Wipe down outdoor furniture You can help your outdoor furniture last longer by cleaning it after the long winter. First, spray...

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    Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist

    Home February 20, 2025

    Home maintenance is an ongoing process. From raking leaves and replacing shingles to cleaning disposals and replacing batteries in smoke detectors, there’s always something to do around the house. The following home maintenance checklist has items you can tackle now and throughout the year to keep your home running smoothly. Monthly home maintenance checklist Owning...

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    How Often to Service Your Air Conditioner: Tips for AC Maintenance

    Home October 20, 2023

    As we head into warmer months, you might want to ensure that your air conditioner is in good shape to keep your home cool. Spring is considered the best time of year to service your A/C unit, but there are tasks you can do throughout the year to maintain the system. This can help prevent...

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  • Repair and Maintenance Tips for Common Home Problems

    Home September 21, 2020

    Part of owning a home is learning how to manage common repairs. While doing household repairs isn’t the most enjoyable part of the home ownership experience, it’s unavoidable. Fortunately, there are certain things you can do to make these repairs simpler or even avoid them. Clogged drain Eventually, you might have a drain that doesn’t...

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    5 Safe Driving Tips for Spring

    Maintenance March 9, 2020

    Now that you’ve survived driving in the winter, getting around in spring should be a breeze, right? Not exactly. Spring presents its own unique challenges to motorists, experts say. For starters, there can be a “letting your guard down” mentality that sets in as the ice and snow have melted away, and pure giddiness over...

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  • How to Get Your Motorcycle Ready for Spring

    Motorcycles March 9, 2020

    As winter snow starts to melt and icy roadways clear up under sunny spring skies, navigating streets and highways is a much more pleasurable and safer experience. It’s also the time when motorcycle owners begin to plan their first ride of the season. But before putting on your helmet and zipping off for an exhilarating ride,...

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    How to Turn on a Sprinkler System

    Home May 12, 2025

    When you turn on your sprinkler system after the winter or another long period of not being used, it’s important to do it correctly. We’ll take a step-by-step look at how to restart it in a way that can help keep your system operating safely and efficiently. [1] Turning on sprinkler system after winter First,...

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    How to Winterize a House

    Home January 13, 2025

    If winter weather catches you off guard and your home is not prepared for heavy snow and cold, you can experience damage ranging from burst pipes to a collapsed roof. Costs for repairs of this scale add up quickly, so prepare in autumn to protect your house during the colder months. Follow these winterizing tips...

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    How to Plant a Vegetable Garden

    Home December 11, 2024

    If you want the freshest produce possible, consider planting your own home garden. After all, you can’t get any closer to your kitchen table than your own backyard. You can cut grocery costs by growing your own vegetables, too. In this article, we’ll teach you 10 steps in planting your own vegetable garden. Do’s and...

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    Signs of a Bad Car Thermostat

    Maintenance December 5, 2024

    A broken car thermostat can significantly impact how a car runs. Learn about a thermostat’s function, signs that it may be faulty, and how to troubleshoot problems. What does a thermostat do in a car? A thermostat regulates the temperature of coolant in a car, helping the engine operate at an ideal temperature. The thermostat...

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    How to Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

    Home September 10, 2024

    It’s obvious that sharper lawn mower blades are essential for keeping a good-looking and well-groomed lawn, but did you know that keeping your lawn mower blades sharp can cut down on the time it takes to mow your lawn? Mowing with dull blades can also lead to a ragged cut on your lawn and can...

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    12 Common Car Noises and What They Mean

    Maintenance April 4, 2024

    One minute you’re driving your car and everything seems fine, and the next moment you hear a strange noise coming from your car as you accelerate. There are some normal noises that you could hear, from tires humming and windshields wiping to mirrors whistling in the wind. Take a listen for those so you can...

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  • Man shining a light on a car shock

    What Are Car Shocks and Struts?

    Maintenance November 21, 2023

    Have you ever driven over a bump or a pothole in the middle of the road and your car handled it smoothly with you in control of the wheel? That’s mainly thanks to car shocks and struts. While many use the terms “shocks” and “struts” interchangeably, they are different parts of the car. Keep reading...

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    How to Clean Hardwood Floors

    Home August 8, 2023

    Hardwood floors have the potential to last a lifetime, if properly cleaned and maintained. Dirt from frequent foot traffic or hair, fur and debris from pets can make the floors more slippery and a safety hazard to walk on. Hardwood floors in higher-traffic areas can be more prone to wear and tear. Follow these tips...

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    How to Drive in the Rain

    Safety September 14, 2022

    Driving in the rain can be a slippery situation - slick road conditions, poor visibility and possible hydroplaning or skidding. More than 1 million weather-related crashes occur each year – most on wet pavement and nearly half while raining. Smart drivers know techniques for driving in the rain, avoiding hydroplaning and using the vehicle’s safety features. Here are some tips for driving in wet conditions that you can save for a rainy day.

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