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How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Backyard

Among the many popular backyard birds, none attract quite as much attention or adoration as the colorful hummingbird. From its diminutive size to its rapid, eye-catching movement, there is something about these little jewels that make them charming to watch. Adding plants and hummingbird feeders are two easy ways to attract more of these birds to your yard, regardless of where you live in the country. However, since most species migrate, there is a specific seasonal window for your area. Since you need to keep these feeders clean, knowing when to put them out and take them up will reduce the workload and maximize your bird sightings....
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How To Build & Maintain a Fence

We’re inching closer to spring, which means backyard barbecues and days at the pool are fast approaching. If you need to update your fence or just want to know how to keep up your fence maintenance, follow these tips....
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Picking Out Doors? Here’s What to Keep In Mind

Whether you’re looking to spruce up the aesthetic of your current home or rebuilding from the ground up, we’re fully stocked with a variety of products to match your every need. Before you begin the decision process, here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing doors:...
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Busted Mold Myths

Any exposure to long-term moisture can cause mold to grow at a rapid rate. Used in nature to break down decaying material, mold is extremely harmful to our homes and bodies. Here are a few common misconceptions about mold you should consider should you come in contact with it...
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National Cut Your Energy Costs Day

National Cut Your Energy Costs Day encourages consumers to explore their options and keep up with scheduled maintenance. Each year, on January 10th, the observance provides information designed to help homeowners and businesses to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. Did you know that tuning up your heating system can save you up to three to ten percent?...
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Tip 12

Tis the season – to celebrate safely! To help make sure your holidays don’t go from merry to scary, remember these Twelve Holiday Safety Tips. Tip 12: Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters! ...
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