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![]() Home & LeisureUV Rays Bombard Your Colorado Home’s WindowsWherever you live, the sun shines on your home (at least occasionally), and its powerful UV rays affect your house’s materials and components… not the least of which are your windows. Read more |
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![]() 13th Sep 2018
Jay Lillien
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![]() Home & Leisure5 Signs You Need Replacement WindowsAs a homeowner it can feel like something needs to be replaced or repaired on a monthly basis. Read more |
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![]() 3rd Sep 2018
Joe Fernando
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![]() Home & LeisureLearning and Loving a New Hobby in Your Golden YearsRetirement can be a great time to learn a new hobby, cultivate a new interest and grow personally. Here are a few ways to spend your newfound downtime. Read more |
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![]() 29th Aug 2018
Brooke Bowman
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![]() Home & LeisureGolden Rules For Maintaining Your HomeUse these strategies to get the most out of your house. Read more |
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![]() 27th Aug 2018
Lerone Graham
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![]() Home & LeisureTackling DIY Projects with Care and CautionHome projects can be both rewarding and cost-effective. Yet, without proper precaution, they can also be risky. Here are a few ways to stay safe during your next DIY job. Read more |
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![]() 24th Aug 2018
Brooke Bowman
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![]() Home & LeisureTips For Keeping Your Home At Its BestYour house is your most important investment. Follow these tips to protect that investment. Read more |
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![]() 22nd Aug 2018
Lerone Graham
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![]() Home & LeisureWhat to Expect From a Home Automation SystemAs we get older, we should learn to embrace new technology. Here we examine home automation systems. Are you going to bring your home into the 21st century? Read more |
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![]() 15th Aug 2018
Kevin Smith
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![]() Home & LeisureHow to Build Your Rental Property For Retirement IncomeRetired Landlords who own rental property should always want to know who their potential tenant base is and what they find most important in a rental property. Because a rental property is a place that people intend to live and enjoy family and friends, it holds important value to any tenant. As people seek out different rental properties, most tenants are specific about some of the basics that they are looking for. Read more |
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![]() 10th Aug 2018
Riya Sand
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![]() Home & LeisureThe top 4 benefits of hiring security for your residential buildingA residential building is an incredibly profitable investment and when making sure it’s safe and well taken care of is no small feat, but hiring a professional security team will ensure exactly that. Read more |
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![]() 5th Aug 2018
Dan Redd
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![]() Home & LeisureHow to Clean Air Duct SystemIndoor air pollution is now a growing concern for many people. A lot of people spend time indoors and even though they think that they are free from pollution outdoors, the building up of dust and dirt indoors can still be harmful for them. In fact, 50% of all diseases are a result of polluted indoor air. Because of this, a lot of companies are coming up with products and services to make the quality of indoor air better. Read more |
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![]() 30th Jul 2018
amelie taylor
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![]() Home & LeisureHow Attic Insulation Affects Your Home All Year RoundAttic insulation keeps the heat from the rest of your house and the attic above. Because heat naturally travels from a colder to a warmer area, it always moves the wrong direction for the optimum efficiency and comfort in your house. Read more |
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![]() 30th Jul 2018
amelie taylor
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![]() Home & Leisure10 Gift Ideas for Your Teenage GrandsonGot absolutely no idea what to buy for your teenage grandson? Choose one of these gifts and you'll be guaranteed a good reaction. Read more |
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![]() 25th Jul 2018
Eloise Best
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![]() Home & Leisure"Smart" Electricity Meters… How Smart Are They?Last year, the Colorado Public Utilities Commission gave the go-ahead to the state’s largest electric utility, Xcel Energy, to spend more than $600 million to upgrade to a “smart” electrical grid in Colorado. Read more |
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![]() 5th Jul 2018
John Oxford
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![]() Home & Leisure5 Technologies to Improve Your Home Life in 2018Technology can improve our lives in many ways. Here we look at how technology can change our lives at home. Read more |
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![]() 29th Jun 2018
Christopher McKissock
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![]() Home & LeisureMoving House: How to Transform Your Life in the ProcessWhen you move home, you have the perfect opportunity to get a fresh start. To really make the most of your move, however, you have to be truly committed to change. Moving alone is not enough. You will always still be you, but the opportunity of moving to a new environment can make it easier to pick up new habits and to start again on a better path of your choosing. The same applies to your partner or to your children, you just need to follow this guide: Read more |
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![]() 15th Jun 2018
Ethan William
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![]() Home & Leisure6 Interior Design Features Every Homeowner WantsDo you dream of moving into a bright, luxurious, and stylish home? If so, you don’t necessarily need to relocate to create a beautiful and stylish space you’re proud to call your own. All you need to do is invest in a few small or big alterations to create a décor you’ll love. If you’re in need of some home inspiration, here are six interior design features every homeowner wants. Read more |
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![]() 13th Jun 2018
Ethan William
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![]() Home & Leisure6 Original Ideas To Spruce Up Your GardenChanging or adding new elements into your garden can significantly alter its atmosphere and design, which will make you want to spend more of your days in your private outdoor area. If your exterior is in need of more colour, character and elegance, here are six original ideas to spruce up your garden. Read more |
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![]() 4th Jun 2018
Nancy Brown
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![]() Home & LeisureTop Three Places to Buy a Vacation Home in CroatiaCroatia is one of the up and coming tourist destinations in Europe. With its fine weather, beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and vibrant culture, it is easy to see why. Read more |
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1st Jun 2018
Romeo Dem
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![]() Home & LeisureHow Knowing About HVAC Can Help You EfficientlyIt is extremely important for a person to know about HVAC or Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. Procuring enough information regarding this would let you install such a system easily and provide a series of benefits such as low electricity bills, clean air, etc. Read more |
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![]() 31st May 2018
Ethan William
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Home & LeisureThe Origin Of WineExploring the world of wine reveals a deep and rich history that has led to creation of timeless brands of wine we know today. Read more |
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30th May 2018
Romeo Dem
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![]() Home & LeisureTips for Home RenovationAre you planning to renovate your house? Well, the task might seem simple but in actuality, it is challenging and time-consuming. Considering tips such as breaking down the chores and fixing a budget would allow things to be done without hassle. Read more |
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![]() 25th May 2018
Nancy Brown
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![]() Home & LeisureWhat is the Cloud and how will it Affect You?There are all kinds of technical changes taking place right now. Have you thought about storing data on the cloud? Read more |
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![]() 30th Apr 2018
Christopher McKissock
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![]() Home & LeisureHow Quality Electrical Installations Can Cut Down the Monthly BillFrom major upgrades, such as solar panel installation, to minor changes, including switching to LED lighting, properly installed eco-friendly features can lower your electricity bill significantly and increase your savings in the long run. Read more |
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![]() 13th Apr 2018
Tracey Clayton
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![]() Home & LeisureReasons to Clean Your Home to Reap Bigger BenefitsCleaning the home is one of the important aspects to keep your property intact for longer time. When you are thinking to clean the house, always seek the help from the professional. Read below to know the reasons to clean your home to bring the best benefits out from it. Read more |
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![]() 2nd Apr 2018
Lisa Joli
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![]() Home & LeisureBackyard Landscaping Ideas: Best Solutions for Small TerritoriesEven if you love living in a lively district and keeping yourself occupied, you might also want that escape and retreat from all the busy-ness going on at the end of the day. Luckily, a landscaped backyard might be that heaven you’re looking for. Read more |
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![]() 29th Mar 2018
Sophia Moore
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![]() Home & LeisureFinding the Motivation in RetirementReaching retirement doesn't mean you have to be left to the scrapheap. Here's a few things that can make your life more exciting! Read more |
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![]() 22nd Mar 2018
Christopher McKissock
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![]() Home & Leisure4 must-have items for grownups who love a retro vibeWhen you reach a certain age, you tend to get nostalgic about the games, gadgets and devices of your formative years. Read more |
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![]() 22nd Mar 2018
Amy Smith Brown
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![]() Home & LeisureMy Experience in Creating a Stunning Low Maintenance GardenHave you always wanted a garden, but were discouraged by the lack of time or by the Herculean efforts that often go into creating one?Or maybe you’ve rented a property with a garden, are tasked with looking after one, or are completely new to the world of gardening? Read more |
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![]() 14th Mar 2018
Sam Raynolds
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![]() Home & LeisureFive Style Blunders That Age YouThere are few things more embarrassing than the 50 year old woman who tries to be 25. As we age, wardrobe choices which would have worked for us five or ten years ago no longer apply. By trying to pretend that you have not aged, you can end up wearing clothing which no longer fits you or emphasizes wrinkles which were not there before. You look older than you really are. Read more |
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![]() 10th Mar 2018
Geri Detweiler
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![]() Home & LeisureModern Bedroom DesignsStorage is essential to every person and we all need large lofty wardrobes to keep our clothes and other personal items. Space is always never enough. Read more |
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![]() 9th Mar 2018
Durian Furniture
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