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In order to save you time on your search for an agent that fits your needs, the This Old House Reviews Team compiled a list of the top buyer’s and seller’s agents to show how they stack up against each other and why they’re worth your consideration. Additionally, you can use the tool below to be quickly connected to real estate agents near you based on your needs: Benefits of Having a Top Real Estate Agent in Detroit, MI There have been a handful of revitalization projects and planned developments in Detroit within the last few years that promise to make it more attractive for residents....

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Made of cedar, the box features a brass spigot to take the heavy lifting out of draining melted ice, a stainless-steel continuous hinge for the lid, and a classic bottle opener right out front, sparing you that frantic hunt for a way to open your frosty beverage. Follow along as This Old House contributor Christopher Beidel, owner of Pernt, a handmade-furniture company in Brooklyn, New York, walks you through the simple step-by-step process of making your own classic cooler....

After that, it was only a matter of time (okay, a few millennia) before magnets turned up in TVs, turbines, computer hard drives, and on the fronts of fridges everywhere. Their stick-to-itiveness—in the form of iron horseshoes, shiny rare-earth bars, or vinyl-coated magnetic sheets—is also helpful for a host of household projects. Magnets Can Be Used To:

In this Episode: Jared’s on a mission to elevate the industry’s practices. Aiming for the highest performance possible, each home Revolve builds is better than the last. At their Mountain Modern house, high-efficiency HVAC and windows are being installed. Meanwhile, inventory delays are piling up as the team struggles to find doors, Amber may have a solution. With the help of Best Buy, James and Kyle find gym equipment, and Amber and her team take a design field trip....

2. Inspect the check valve If its internal flap doesn’t swing freely, flush it out, and if you see mineral deposits, soak it in vinegar. Make sure its arrow points up when reconnecting it to the discharge pipe. Sump Pump Installation in Basements, Crawl Spaces, and Exterior Drainage 3. Test the float switch Pour a few gallons of water into the sump. If it comes on and sucks out the water, the switch (and pump) are good to go....

How to Waterproof Your Basement Exterior basement waterproofing To prevent water from leaking through your foundation, gutters are your first line of defense. While gutter-and-downspout systems protect your house from precipitation, they can also compound drainage problems by concentrating roof runoff at a house’s corners, close to the foundation. When clogged gutters overflow, water can pool around your foundation. So be sure to remove any leaves and debris left over from winter, then install leaf guards to keep them clear....

For two years Gabrielle and her designer-friend Sarah Robertson put their heads together trying to redesign the space without busting into the brick exterior walls. But ultimately only bumping out the space by several feet all around would deliver what the Cohens wanted. Architect Bana Choura swapped the existing kitchen and dining area locations, adding windows on the sink wall and sliding French doors in the dining area. Robertson designed oak cabinets with well-thought-out storage inside and a gray finish with a cerused look that echoes the trees outdoors....

Fortunately, the Chicagoland area is home to a variety of pest control companies to pick from. Unfortunately, it might get overwhelming trying to figure out which company is right for you and your family. The This Old House Reviews Team has ranked some of the best pest control companies in the country. We’ll show you how each pest management service in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs compares on prices and services....

There are many options for pest control companies in the area. That is why our Reviews Team has worked to rank and research some of the best pest control companies in the country. If you want to learn more about how each San Antonio pest control company compares on prices and plans, keep reading below. Top Pest Control Companies in San Antonio Terminix: Best Overall Orkin: Best for Urgent Service Aptive: Most Customizable HomeTeam Pest Defense Accurate Pest Control Family Pest Control...

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Top 5 Under-Bed Storage Containers Best Compact Storage: storageLAB Under-Bed Storage Containers Best Overall Capacity: Lifewit Under-Bed Storage Bag Organizers Best Shoe Capacity: Woffit Under-Bed Shoe Organizers Best Handles: Onlyeasy Under-Bed Storage Bag Organizers Best Plastic Storage: Rubbermaid Cleverstore Stackable Plastic Storage Containers Best Compact Storage: storageLAB Under-Bed Storage Containers This combo pack includes two compact containers that each hold 60 liters of clothing, giving you plenty of storage without taking up much space....

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