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Asphalt vs. concrete – making the right choice

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You finally have decided to pave your gravel driveway, but which material is best for you? Choosing between asphalt and concrete can be tough. Both have benefits that could be right for your situation, so it’s important to learn the facts. The biggest factor most homeowners and business owners consider is cost. Concrete costs more […]

Dream additions keep you home

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A typical Northeast Ohio winter creates cabin fever in most families by the time Spring starts to show signs of arriving. For growing families, however, those months of being indoors may have brought you to the realization your house is just too small. Moving can be a difficult decision when you like your neighborhood, your […]

Flood insurance can protect your home, belongings

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Did you know your homeowner’s insurance does not cover damage from a flood? You may be protected from a bit of damage from rain, but if the creek in your backyard overflows into your home, you need flood insurance. The most common flood insurance is available through the federal government’s National Flood Insurance Program, and […]

Concrete available for all conditions, needs

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Sometimes standard concrete is exactly what you need for a project. Your driveway, a walkway outside an office building, or a slab destined for a storage shed are probably satisfied with a basic concrete mix. Other projects require a special mix to perform as needed—additional strength, quicker set time or aesthetic demands. Technological advances in […]

Make a commitment to that winning smile

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Most people aren’t born with a perfect smile, so you can bet those who have beautiful teeth are working to keep them that way. The good news is keeping a healthy, bright smile isn’t hard. It just takes commitment. Daily flossing and brushing after meals are key. Use a quality toothbrush or an electric brush, […]

The best way to keep your home pest free

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If you are like most homeowners and business owners, your goal is to stop pests before they start nesting in your home, shed, office or restaurant. While some pest problems are difficult to head off, practicing integrated pest management (IPM) is the best way to keep bugs out. Sometimes called integrated pest control, this approach […]

Clearing up basement back-up

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Does even a minor rainstorm send you running to your basement to check for water? Odds are, it’s blockage in your drains that is causing that storm water backup. Don’t wait for heavy rain to cause serious damage to your belongings or finished rooms. A simple examination using a sewer camera will tell you whether […]

Winter and outdoor pets not a good combination

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Every winter word gets out through news stations, the internet or your neighbors that an animal has been found injured and suffering due to exposure to the cold. During especially cold winters these stories can be frequent, even daily. It may be a pet that someone failed to bring inside, dogs or cats that were […]

Winter a great time to drill your new water well

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So, you are thinking about waiting until spring to replace your aging water well. Or maybe you just spoke with your builder and you are still several months away from breaking ground on your new home. Best to push the well drilling to summer, right? Wrong! Water well drillers work through the winter and encourage […]