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Heloise: New stovetop can turn itself off
5+ hour, 55+ min ago (489+ words) DEAR HELOISE: I read the hint from your reader, Jim, about leaving stovetop knobs slightly off the vertical line to remind him to turn them off. If anyone’s in the market for a new stovetop, may I recommend induction stovetops?...
A new subscription model could make rooftop solar as easy as Netflix
3+ week, 2+ day ago (1329+ words) Michael Reimann, an installer with Lumina Solar, adds panels to the roof of a home in Kensington, Maryland, last summer. For a decade, it was a better deal to own, not lease, rooftop solar panels. The end of solar tax…...
Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s Xtra Deal Days bring four days of big-brand savings to military shoppers
4+ week, 1+ day ago (275+ words) DALLAS – Ready, set, save: Xtra Deal Days are coming to the Army & Air Force Exchange Service with can’t-miss deals on name-brand electronics, clothing, beauty and home must-haves. Special savings will be available June 22 through June 25 in-store and at ShopMyExchange.com....
Heloise: Wringing out and drying clothes
1+ mon, 5+ hour ago (388+ words) DEAR HELOISE: People have written to you with tips on how to dry clothes that you have handwashed (usually while traveling), but there’s one step that most people don’t seem to know about. After you wash clothes (and I’ve read…...
Ask Angi: What are the most overlooked yard maintenance tasks?
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (230+ words) Taking care of key yard maintenance tasks early can lead to a healthier lawn and lower costs throughout the season. As the weather warms up, many homeowners are eager to get outside and start mowing — but a great-looking lawn throughout…...
Ask Angi: How can I boost my home’s curb appeal?
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (233+ words) Boosting your curb appeal can give guests and potential buyers a better first impression of your home. Your curb appeal is the first impression people have of your home — from your landscaping, to the freshness of your paint, to the…...
Ask Angi: What are some overlooked home repairs (and why do they matter)?
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (416+ words) Loose or uneven floorboards are often overlooked after winter, but addressing them early can help prevent safety hazards and more costly repairs. This time of year, many homeowners turn their attention to spring projects and outdoor upgrades. But before diving…...
If you’re looking to sell your home this spring, here’s how you will want to prepare
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (725+ words) Spring is a popular time for homeowners to consider selling their homes. It can be daunting to think about listing your home so where do you start? You’ll want to start with curb appeal, Sirois said, since that is the…...
Walmart to remodel nine NH stores; add pharmacy in Keene
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (331+ words) Walmart plans to remodel nine stores in New Hampshire this year and open a new pharmacy in Keene, the company announced Thursday. The changes will expand its assortment of healthy foods, affordable on-trend items and enhance the in-store and online…...
Ask Angi: How can I prepare my home for spring?
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (208+ words) Get your home ready for spring by de-winterizing your yard, completing essential maintenance tasks, and deep cleaning your home. Winter can take a toll on your home, but a little spring prep will have it good-as-new in no time. Luckily,…...