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Winter Storm Prep Checklist for Northern Virginia Homes
Before a winter storm: insulate and weatherstrip, know where your water main shut-off is, have the furnace serviced, and...
Holiday Travel With Pets: How to Book a Pet Sitter
To book a pet sitter for holiday travel, start as soon as your dates are firm, because the holidays are when many people...
How to Hang Holiday Lights Safely
Use lights carrying a mark from a recognized testing lab, such as UL or ETL, and check every set and cord for damage bef...
Mounting a TV on Drywall or Brick: What to Know Before You Drill
To mount a TV on drywall, fasten the mount into the wood studs behind the wall, or use only the anchors the mount's inst...
What Not to Put Down the Kitchen Drain
Cooking grease, fat and oil don't belong in the kitchen sink or the garbage disposal, anywhere in Northern Virginia. Fai...
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms: Where They Go and When to Replace Them
Put a smoke alarm inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the baseme...
How to Prepare for a Family Photo Session
Prepare for a family photo session in three steps. First, agree on the details with your photographer in writing. Then p...
Must-Have Handyman Home Services in the USA for Every Homeowner
Most homes need the same handful of handyman services sooner or later: drywall patches, fresh paint, small plumbing and ...
How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters in Northern Virginia?
Most Northern Virginia homes need their gutters cleaned at least twice a year: in late fall, once most of the leaves are...