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How Old Are Those Leftovers? Guide to Proper Food Storage
The refrigerator is one of the most neglected kitchen appliances. Food items just seem to find their way in the back and turn into horrific science experiments overtime. Who hasn't found spoiled yogurt, sour milk, or moldy jars of soups left there from weeks ago? National Clean Out Your Fridge Day Nov. 15 was a good reminder to take matters into your hands and check the status of items inside your refrigerator.
Of course, we'd all clean out our fridges more often in a year, but making it an annual occasion provides an opportunity to rectify the situation with your long-forgotten leftovers and make room for your Thanksgiving or Christmas meals. So, fill that bucket with warm water, don your rubber gloves, collect your cleaning supplies, and take a day to scrub your fridge clean.
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Homeowners: 5 Scary Renovation Mistakes to Avoid
Renovating your home can make it more comfortable to live in. In addition, it also can put a little extra money in your pocket when you decide to sell the home. However, our REALTORS® also know that some renovations can leave you less than happy with the finished result. Some can cost more than you expect, and others can detract from the home's value. The following are five home renovations that aren't worth the headaches and costs that they create.
- Going Against the Grain
Maybe you like Ultra-Modern, or long for something more Tudor. That is not a problem when the rest of the home matches the renovation style you want to incorporate. However, if you try and put an ultra-modern kitchen in a Tudor home, or a Southwestern style living room in a country cottage, the resulting contrast will make the home less appealing to prospective buyers. When considering style, always choose design styles and features that complement and enhance one another.
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Homeowners: Use These 6 Tips to Winterize Your Yard
In our Ohio region, there will be a hint of fall in the air soon, and with it, a harbinger of the colder weather to come. That means, among many other tasks, it's time to winterize our yards. The goal is to shut things down so your plants are protected against the worst that Mother Nature can deliver with wintertime wind and moisture.
Year-round maintenance of your yard will help you keep a step ahead of the other Mansfield homes for sale, should you be planning to list your home. Our REALTORS® have many suggestions for making your property look its best. But to get started, try these six helpful tips to winterize your yard.
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Choose Your Driveway Material Wisely
It's easy to ignore your driveway... until it needs to be replaced. Driveways are made to last, but when the time comes to replace yours, it's good to know your options.
Whether you're installing a new driveway to add value to your home before selling it or you simply want a less bumpy ride, our REALTORS® are here to help. These are the top driveway materials to consider:
- Concrete
Concrete has long been one of the most popular driveway options. That's because it's a highly durable surface, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. An average concrete driveway costs $5 or $6 per square foot, and can last anywhere from 25 to 50 years.
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Your Air Conditioner May Be Trying to Tell You Something
In Ohio, summer is a hot and humid mess without a working air conditioner to keep you cool and comfortable. That's one of the reasons why our REALTORS® encourage all homeowners to perform regular maintenance on their air conditioners. However, even with proper maintenance, problems can arise, and the following are eight signs your air conditioner is sending that it is about to go on the blink.
- Diminished Airflow
When air doesn't circulate through the home, it can mean the compressor is malfunctioning, a filter is clogged, or there is a blockage in the duct. If you are looking at purchasing a home, we advise you to ask when the last time the ducts were cleaned. This often-overlooked chore can significantly improve indoor air quality and HVAC systems' efficiency.