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Is Moving Yourself Worth It?

In order to decide whether you should hire a moving company or do it yourself, consider the potential pitfalls in doing it yourself: Property damage - This can result from not properly loading items, not packing them appropriately in the truck, or in transit. Time and Manpower - Do you have enough of these to…
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Reasons to Recycle

Most people have heard that they should recycle, but how many of us actually understand the benefits of recycling? Sure, we understand the basic principle of reusing materials, but what are the positive benefits of doing so? In this post, we want to address those questions. Even if you've heard that you should be recycling, that…
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DIY vs. Pro: How to Decide

If you're having trouble deciding whether to hire someone else to do your next project or tackle it yourself, consider the flow chart below. It takes you step by step through questions to help you decide which choice is better considering your circumstances. For example, if you're impatient and you don't mind spending a bit…
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Fit a Shelf Yourself

If you're looking to put up that new shelf you just got, this is the post for you. First, let's start with a condensed list of what you'll need for this task: Screwdriver Pencil Level Power drill Wood screws Metal "L" brackets Now let's go into the basic steps: Hold the shelf against the wall. Make…
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10 Tips for Recycling and Reusing

One of the best ways to help the environment while saving money is to reuse or recycle items! Not only can you potentially save or earn money by addressing some of these, you can also finally clear out the garage or storage shed that's been jammed full forever. Let's dive into 20 ways you should…
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3 Online Tools for Interior Design

In the age of the Internet, there are plenty of useful tools to help you configure your home the way you want. Here are 3 of the top ones that you should be using: Pinterest - This website is a great database for mining ideas on interior design. Pictures and designs submitted by other users can…
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The Basics of DIY Auto Repair

Looking to save money by cutting out trips to the mechanic? Maintaining your car yourself can be a great way to save money, but you want to be sure to do only as much as you're capable of. First, what are the easiest things to replace? The most common DIY maintenance are oil changes and spark…
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The Value of Landscaping

Ever wonder just how much your landscaping project will fetch you? We have your answer! A well-kept and designed yard can add 5-15% onto the price of your house! Additionally, there is an average of 258% return on investment! Now that's a good deal. Most Americans realize this on some level - 4 out of…
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You Only Need These Two Items to Clean Your Entire Bathroom

Two Essential Items for Bathroom Cleaning Heavy-duty wipes, toilet bowl cleaner, glass cleaner - ever wonder if there was a cheaper, one-size fits all solution to cleaning your bathroom? This video has your answer: your kitchen pantry! All you need is vinegar, water, and a spray bottle to get going. For cleaning most surfaces in…
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8 Tips to Save on A/C (and Heating)

With the summer heat rolling in fast, you may be looking ahead with dread towards hefty electric bills once again. If you're looking to save, check out the tips we have for you! Not only can they save on your bills this season, they can also help when winter comes again. So here are the…
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Organization in Your Garage

Organizing Your Garage How do you organize your garage? The key to good organization is using the right storage container for what you need stored. As you continue with your spring cleaning this May, challenge yourself to enter that dark corner of the garage that hasn't seen light since last year and organize it. But…
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Use Social Media to Revitalize Your Home Decor

Use Social Media to Revitalize Your Home Decor We all know that social media is changing our lives, but did you know it's changing the way we decorate our homes? More than ever before, anyone with access to the Internet has many resources at their fingertips to change their homes. Maybe you're wondering what your…
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DIY Brick Patio

DIY Brick Patio Looking to redo your patio this summer? This DIY brick patio could be the kind you've been looking for. Just follow these straightforward steps so you can have a nice place to sit in the summer sun. Determine the desired size and area of the patio. Remove seven inches of dirt from…
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Making Your Yard a Wildlife Park

Making Your Yard a Wildlife Park Many people try to keep the local wildlife out of your yard, but having animals to watch while you're out on the patio can be kind of like being at a more comfortable, natural zoo. Also, certain animals can bring wonderful benefits to your garden; bees, for instance, can…
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3 Tips to Properly Prep for Painting

3 Tips to Properly Prep for Painting We all know the basics to preparing a room to be painted, and oftentimes that will be enough to get us by. But accidents happen, and the pros know that with some extra preparation beforehand, you prevent your furniture and room from getting ruined by paint. Here are…
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