Tag Archives: renovations

Exciting Stuff! All About Sump Pumps

Posted on December 22, 2011 by susanpruden

If you’re like me, my occasional wet basement is the result of forgetting to clear the leaves from the drain in the outside steps. However, many homes in this area have more serious water problems. It may be that you … Continue reading →

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6 of 52: My Ceiling Fan Wobbles, Squeaks, Or Might Fly On It’s Own

Posted on March 25, 2011 by susanpruden

Every Friday I post an idea or project to enhance your house now with an eye to selling down the road someday. Enjoy those benefits now! I have a secret fear that the ceiling fan in our bedroom will fly … Continue reading →

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Is Your Contractor Licensed?

Posted on February 11, 2011 by susanpruden

Susan’s Note: I’m kicking this 2006 post to the top because of a home improvements door-hanger that was delivered today. It says “Licensed and Insured – Nelson Ortega”, but I sure can’t find him in the database. I’m not saying … Continue reading →

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Improving (and Protecting) Your Castle

Posted on January 16, 2011 by susanpruden

My husband and I have been talking about remodeling our house for several years now. That’s all we’ve done – talk. Okay, we’ve cut out lots of magazine photos, too. We’re sort of slow starters sometimes. But I got to … Continue reading →

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My Old Jeans are like Your Old House

Posted on December 4, 2007 by susanpruden

What do my old jeans and your old house have in common? For anyone to want to buy them, they’ll need some work! And “old” has nothing to do with age — I’ve seen 2-year-old houses that look like they’ve … Continue reading →

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