For many of us, summer means vacations and all manner of fun under the sun. But it also brings forth those two words dreaded by homeowners: seasonal maintenance. While spring and fall carry the heaviest workload, there’s still plenty to do this time of year to keep our homes beautiful, safe, and protected from the
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Summer is a time of fun and games, at least until it comes to grilling out. Family, friends, and neighbors seem to be in a cookout competition, cranking up the heat to make their barbecues the best on the block. It’s serious stakes to be named grill master of your group, so here are a
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There is perhaps nothing more rewarding for homeowners than watching their kids or grandkids in the back yard as they explore the world around them. And now that summer vacation is here, there should be plenty of opportunities to watch the youngsters at play. But even on the most beautiful of days, playtime can take
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Father’s Day is almost upon us, which means many well-meaning family members will be sifting through the latest in tech, tools, and novelty items to find a gift for dad. But the things most men want won’t be found on store shelves or purchased from an online retailer. Instead, fathers favor a personal touch, a
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Not long ago, many of us were itching for the warm weather of spring. We’re now halfway through the season, but there’s still an all-too-familiar itch. This one doesn’t have us seeking a respite from the bitter cold, however. Instead, homeowners across the region are hoping for relief from the bite of one of Maryland’s
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Spring is a time when people should be outside enjoying the pleasant weather. For many, however, the season is spent cooped up indoors dealing with sneezing, coughing, stuffy nose, and watery eyes. It almost sounds like a continuation of flu season, but the real culprit is hay fever. Pollen is prevalent this time of year,
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All across America, people have been making efforts to minimize their carbon footprint. And with Earth Day marking its 50thanniversary this April, there will be more of a spotlight than ever on the importance of embracing an eco-friendly lifestyle. But while some people go to extremes to achieve sustainability, there are several simple ways to
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Spring is finally here. It’s that wonderful time of year marked by the return of songbirds, sunshine, baseball…and home inspections. That’s right, April is National Home Inspection Month, and the timing couldn’t be better. Months of snow, ice, and freezing temperatures may have left your home battered and beaten, and early spring is ideal for
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It’s widely known that pressure washing is a fast and efficient way to beautify and protect exterior surfaces. Homeowners often make use of the service because of how quickly it can upgrade the appearance of a house, deck, patio, fence, or sidewalk. It’s a relatively simple process, too. After a brief set-up period, it’s just
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Winter will be over in just a few days, but it’s mark will be left on our homes and properties. Decks, fences, sidewalks, and siding are just a few of the structures that will be marred by a combination of dark streaks, white spots, road residue, and even mold patches. It’s not a pretty sight,
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