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What Is Fire Brick Made Of? (Plus Mortar Type)

If you own a fireplace you may have one built with bricks but you might be surprised to know that it isn't made of the same bricks your house exterior is built with. Since a fireplace reaches very...

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Can I Use Citronella Candles Indoors? (Citronella vs Lemongrass vs DEET)

Citronella is a grass that is largely grown in parts of Asia that is used in a variety of ways and particularly as an insect repellent, in perfumes, as a food flavoring and for several health-related...

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Reasons Why Home Insurance Claims Are Denied

Insurance is a funny concept. It's one of those things that you pay for in the hopes that you never have to use it. But then when you have to use it, you might be better off not making a claim...

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What Is An AFUE Rating (Furnace Efficiency)?

Gas furnaces have become increasingly efficient over the years and are a major expense in your home in terms of both up front and ongoing (energy) cost. The more efficient your furnace the higher the...

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Security Tips You Can Do Yourself (Or With A Bit Of Help)

Here is a list of security tips you can do yourself to make your home safer and more secure for you, your family and your valuables. Leave an easily accessible box of baking soda near your...

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Are You Ready For A Power Outage? (Preparation)

The global reaction to COVID 19 in early 2020 and well into 2021 showed us the value of being prepared. With various lockdowns shuttering many stores and businesses, it was incumbent upon each of us...

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Did You Know….

…the small gaps you see on the exterior of your brick home every so often are called weeping holes. So while you might think the builder forgot to put cement in between some bricks, it was done on purpose. It allows water and moisture from behind the brick wall to drip out if necessary.

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