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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Everything You Need to Know About BTUs and Air Conditioner Sizing

If you're in the market for a new window unit or portable air conditioner, you'll need to understand some AC sizing basics.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Why Is My Refrigerator Warm?

If your fridge feels a little warm, a thermometer can help you determine the exact temperature. Here’s what to do if you find that your fridge’s temperature falls above the 40-degree mark.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

11 Key Facts to Know About Locksmiths

If you find yourself locked out of your house or car, locksmiths are the next best thing to a superhero saving the day. They've swooped in to rescue many of us, and like your favorite cape-clad comic-book character’s secret identity, they’ve got a few secrets up their sleeves.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Here's How to Properly Use a Garbage Disposal

Now that you're the proud owner of a garbage disposal, you're going to need to know how to use it. Listen: We’re not here to judge you. We’re just here to help. Here’s a how-to guide.

Light grey and spacious basement area with staircase.
Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

What's a Finished Basement?

Before you get nervous that the contractors aren’t 100% done working on the home you’re pining after, you should know that a finished basement refers to material finishes, not the degree of completion.

Modern dining table and hallway with hardwood flooring.
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

How to Properly Maintain Your Hardwood Floors

When was the last time you gave your hardwood floors more than a quick sweep? Here's how to give them all the TLC they need.

Senior Adult air conditioner Technician/Electrician  services outdoor AC unit and the Gas Generator.
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

What Size Generator Do I Need?

A home generator can be a lifesaver during a power outage. Learn how to choose the right generator size to keep your essential appliances running.

Planned renovation of a Luxury modern bathroom Bathtub in corian Faucet and shower in tiled bathroom with windows towards garden
Home Improvement
Oriel Roy

How Much Does It Cost to Convert a Bathroom to a Wet Room?

Converting a regular bathroom to a wet room can be pricey, but understanding what makes up the cost can help you choose options to suit your budget.

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