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The toilet is an important part of any bathroom. While you probably don’t give it much thought, having a toilet that is not running or working properly can be a real hassle. Unfortunately, toilets aren’t built to last forever and should be changed from time to time. Knowing the signs of when it’s time to replace a toilet will help your bathroom function properly. It’s Leaking If the toilet is constantly leaking, it may need to be replaced. Leaking from the tank is one thing, but many older toilets start leaking from underneath every single time the toilet is flushed.…

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Making frequent improvements to your home is an excellent way to maintain its great condition and to enhance its style and value. While you can make some improvements at any time throughout the year, there are some advantages to completing home improvements during the summer. This season is known for its long days and warm temperatures, making it an ideal time for many outdoor improvements. If you are looking for thoughtful ways to improve your home’s condition, here are some wonderful projects to consider. Gutters Installation Gutters are essential for the exterior of your home. They collect rainwater as well…

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As a homeowner, you probably understand the importance of taking good care of your roof. After all, your roof serves as a barrier of protection between your home and the elements. Keeping your roof in good condition helps you avoid serious damage to your home and can help you preserve your home’s value. Plus, replacing your roof can be very expensive, so you probably want to take good care of your roof so that you will not have to replace it anytime soon. If you don’t know much about this topic, you might not really know where to begin. But…

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Summertime is a great part of the year for completing projects around the home. You may take some time off to be with the kids, who can also provide you with some help on the job. The warm weather makes it easier to leave doors and windows open during work as well as to set up work areas in the yard or garage. So with so many reasons to take on a project, you should think about the choices you have for exactly what to get into. Here are four categories of projects that are great for summer home improvements.…

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Paint is any easy way to many any space more attractive and visually appealing. Chalk paint gives furniture and other items an interesting and diverse look. Below are some reasons why chalk paint might be a good choice for your next home project. It’s Forgiving Many people are first attracted to chalk paint because it is very forgiving. A piece does not have to be perfectly sanded and smooth to achieve a good surface for painting with chalk paint. Slight imperfections in the piece and the texture in the paint makes it a great medium for giving an antique, textured…

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Need help planning a renovation? Get all the information you might need under one roof at the Long Island Spring Home Show, 4-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, at Suffolk County Community College’s Brentwood Campus. You’ll find info on kitchen and bathroom remodeling, roofing, siding, landscaping, energy-efficient products, services and more.

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Remodeling your home can be a costly, time-consuming, annoying and plain old complicated process. Even the most well-intentioned home renovators often find themselves halfway through a project and wishing they had never started it. Equally as likely is the prospect that, for whatever reason, the work stops and before you know it you’re living in a permanent construction zone. If you already own a home and you have some equity in it, moving to a place more to your liking can end up costing less, particularly as interest rates stay stable. Here are some specific discussions of why you should…

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If you have a small bathroom, you may find that it is difficult to figure out how to design it. While designing small bathrooms can be challenging, there are some ideas that you can implement to make them feel and look larger and more spacious. By making the most of the space that you have, you can have the picture-perfect bathroom that you want. Consider installing a corner sink When bathrooms are very small, traditional sinks can get in the way of your room to move. Even pedestal sinks may take up too much room. With a corner sink, you…

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Many homeowners who have been in their current home for a few years may be thinking about relocating to a new home. It is common for homeowners to initially purchase a starter home and to make a transition to increasingly larger or more valuable homes over the years. However, this trend is slowly changing, and many homeowners are making the decision to stay in their current home and to renovate it to increase value and improve functionality for their changing needs. With this in mind, you may be torn about whether to renovative or relocate. A closer look at a…

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Wanting to make some home improvements is a great project to undertake. It can involve several projects at once. These on-going expenses that come after purchasing a home can be rather costly and might not be included in your mortgage. Some jobs usually include routine maintenance. It is those larger tasks that may be the ones that could be rather daunting. Unfortunately, not all of these costs can be foreseen, so they cannot be tacked onto mortgages. One or more of these projects need to come out of pocket as far as costs go. Therefore, the temptation to do it…

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