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in tune and balanced with homeowners’ needs — helping to improve mood and functionality. That can extend to other areas of a person’s life and well-being. Putting the task of designing a home’s interior in someone else’s hands frees up time to focus on other projects as well.
difculty communicating with builders and architects. Designers are trained to think about things that homeowners tend to overlook, such as placement of lighting, outlets and room ow. He or she also likely has contacts within the Courtesy of Metro Editorial because of cost. But contrary industry that can be utilized, ow many times have you to popular belief, working saving even more time and with an interior decorator is sat on the sofa pouring Designers can look at a space money. over a home magazine wishing not something reserved for A good designer can be the rich and famous. Designers with a careful eye and not your rooms could be ripped worth the investment. The end actually can save homeowners be inuenced by items that from its pages? Some people have sentimental attachment. results will be an interior that money in the long run. A are gifted with a natural He or she can help decide homeowners will be proud to talent to impart a space with good designer will choose the call home. right amount of high-quality if anything should be perfectly balanced colors elements that will be durable repurposed or removed. Plus, and schemes that t with and timeless. This means less an interior designer can help one’s lifestyle and design money will ultimately be spent homeowners stay on budget. preferences. Others are not Designers also can serve as as equipped. But that doesn’t on replacing cheap materials or redesigning rooms that liaisons for clients who have mean design has to suffer. have gone out of style. An interior designer with knowledge and resources According to the design who’s in your corner can make experts at Homepolish, all the difference. utilizing a designer to Many people are hesitant to transform a space can bring in professional designers create rooms that are more
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How to control crabgrass before it appears crabgrass plants, the seeds produced by the plants remain omeowners who enjoy dormant throughout winter tending to their lawns know that grass is vulnerable and then begin to grow as the to a host of problems, many of ground temperature warms up which appear at a time of year with the spring and summer thaw. As a result, controlling when lawn enthusiasts want to showcase the fruits of their germination, which is the development of a plant lawn-and-garden labors. from a seed or spore after a Crabgrass is a common period of dormancy, is the problem that appears in key to preventing crabgrass summer. According to Lowes, from becoming an unsightly crabgrass plants produce blemish that can harm your thousands of seeds between lawn in summer. midsummer and early fall. A proactive approach While the rst frosts of lateto crabgrass can save fall or early winter kill the
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• Emphasize uniform application. If a herbicide is not applied uniformly across the lawn, crabgrass can establish itself and ultimately spread to the rest of the lawn.
earlier than usual. While the manufacturer instructions should always be followed when applying herbicides, it’s essential that homeowners take weather patterns into consideration as well. • Wait until the ground temperature rises above 60° F. Applying herbicides when the ground temperature is below 60° F might render the products ineffective. Gauging soil temperature can be tricky, but Lowes advises monitoring shrubs and trees on the property. Once shrubs begin to bloom and trees bud, herbicide can be applied. • Wait when treating newly seeded lawns. Pre-
• Do not thatch or aerate after applying a herbicide. Thatching or aerating a lawn after applying a herbicide might break the product’s chemical barrier, thereby rendering it ineffective.
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5 Things to Know So Your Septic System Won't Destroy Your Yard—and Everybody Else's J
By Stephanie Booth Courtesy of realtor.com
ust because you have a septic system doesn’t mean you need to be an expert on it. But the real septic experts wish you knew at least a few things. And not just for their sake, but for yours. A little knowledge can go a long way toward preventing massively expensive (and massively gross) issues down the line. We talked with the pros who service septic systems
every day to dig up the most important dirt you need to know. 1. KNOW HOW YOUR SYSTEM WORKS (PLEASE) “What you have in your backyard is your very own water disposal plant,” says Kim Seipp, who owns High Plans Sanitation Service, in Strasburg, CO, with her husband. “When you live in the city, [your waste] goes away and you don’t think
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about it. It goes to a municipal plant and all kinds of great things happen to it. With a septic system, all that happens in your backyard.”
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The list of what not to ush encompasses more than you might think. For instance, “you should not ush thick paper down the drain at any To give you the basics, everything that goes into your time,” warns Jack Pruitt, tank naturally separates into franchise business consultant and operations specialist for three layers. bluefrog Plumbing + Drain. “Anything heavier than That includes feminine water goes to the bottom, hygiene products and baby anything lighter goes to the wipes. “Doing so can cause top, and there’s a nice, clear liquid in between,” says Seipp. costly repairs.” Heavy use of your kitchen Over time, of course, the garbage disposal is also a sludge at the bottom “gets no-no. Food waste, coffee thicker and thicker,” Seipp grounds, and greasy or fatty says. And that’s why you foods will have a tough time need a good inspection—and breaking down in your septic pumping—every now and tank. And the bacteria that then. grow as a result of these items “It’s like changing the oil in stewing in your septic tank your car. You just have to do can prevent your system from it,” Seipp says. working the way it should. 2. YOU CAN’T PUT (Hint: Toss food waste into a ANYTHING YOU WANT compost pail instead.) DOWN YOUR TOILET—OR 3. KNOW THE LOCATION GARBAGE DISPOSAL OF YOUR SEPTIC TANK SO “The septic tank and eld Everything that goes down lines are typically installed your toilets, as well as your in areas near the home, and shower and sink drains, makes it’s very important that every its way into your septic tank. homeowner knows where they If it can’t physically travel are,” says Glenn Gallas, vice through the pipes, you’ll have
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president of operations of Mr. Rooter Plumbing, a Neighborly Company. “That way, you can prevent driving over it with vehicles or equipment, which can crush them and prevent them from operating properly.”
toilets can cut that water usage in half, Gallas says.
You’ll also want to avoid planting trees or bushes over or near the area. Efuent— the wastewater that leaves your septic tank to be slowly dispersed underground— contains rich organic matter.
“Reducing the ow even a little will save you thousands down the road in expensive septic repairs or replacements,” Gallas says.
“The roots will seek out those nutrients,” Gallas says. And in doing so, those roots could easily wrap around the pipes of your septic system, setting the stage for disaster. 4. USING LESS WATER WILL HELP YOUR SYSTEM WORK BETTER Your septic system is responsible for distributing and disposing all of the water that ows through your household. To put that in perspective, Gallas points out, the average person will use up to 70 gallons per day. If you can reduce that number, you’ll reduce the amount of wastewater your system has to deal with. To do that, consider replacing your standard-issue toilets with high-efciency ones. That’s because regular toilets use up to 20% to 30% of the water your household consumes. High-efciency
You’ll also make a difference by waiting to run your washing machine or dishwasher until they’re full, and switching to low-ow shower heads and faucets.
5. IGNORING YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM CAN WREAK HAVOC ON THE ENVIRONMENT If you neglect to take care of your septic system, it’s not just your pipes (or your family) who’ll suffer. Failing septic systems can pollute nearby bodies of water and contaminate local drinking water. In fact, the second most-cited contamination source of groundwater is septic systems, Gallas says. To make sure your system isn’t one of them, perform preventive maintenance regularly—and frequently, Gallas says. The average household septic system should be inspected at least every three years and typically needs to be pumped every three to ve years. Stephanie Booth’s stories have appeared in magazines such as Real Simple, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and Psychology Today.
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Home Seller Secrets: 'The Best Home-Staging Advice I've Heard, Ever' By Jilly Pretzel Courtesy of realtor.com
hen it comes to selling a house, appearances W are everything. That's why
more and more homeowners hoping to impress buyers are investing in home staging. But between decluttering, styling, and making your house look its absolute best, this process can make you want to pull your hair out. To make this undertaking a
little easier, we asked sellers for their very best homestaging advice, and then compiled their greatest tips. If you're getting ready to put your house on the market, use these pointers to spruce things up in a jiffy—and help buyers fall in love with your home. KEEP YOUR HOME TIDY 24/7 "When showing a house, I've learned it’s so important to keep your home tidy with all your possessions stowed
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away for two reasons. First, you don’t always know who’s walking through your house, and the listing agent can’t be in every room to watch your valuables. I had a brand-new bottle of Chanel perfume in one of my bathrooms, and one day I came home after a showing and it was gone. Second, a tidy house looks better. You want potential buyers to come in and see a beautiful dream home, not your clutter. You never know when a potential buyer will want a last-minute tour, so put away your dishes as soon as you're done eating, pick up dirty clothes on the oor, and make your bed every morning." – Jennifer Davis, homeowner in St. Louis, MO INVEST IN A FEW TRENDY ITEMS “Before showing, you should update your house with a few new, stylish pieces to make it more on-trend. Look on Pinterest to see what’s fashionable right now, or tour open homes to see how they’re staged. Then, recreate the look. Don’t worry, you can do this while being budget-friendly! When we were selling our house, we ended up investing in a few
pieces—a new duvet cover, some curtains, and some wall hangings—to make our home look more like other houses that were on the market. All this stuff only cost us a couple of hundred dollars, but we got a lot of compliments on our style and, in the end, our house sold for more than we expected. Remember that spending a few hundred on décor could end up getting you thousands in the end.” – Cassidy Carr, homeowner in Provo, UT MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL LIKE THEIR HOME “The best home-staging wisdom I’ve heard is that potential buyers need to see themselves in your home. That’s why real estate agents tell you to clear out any personal pictures you have on the walls. You don’t want buyers to think of it as your house, because it’ll make it harder for them to picture themselves living there. For that same reason, try your best not to be home when your house is being toured. If buyers see you, they’ll remember that they’re guests. “And unless you feel very strongly about people taking
PALOUSE LIVING their shoes off, remember that you’re moving, so it doesn’t really matter if people are tracking in dirt. When buyers are told to take their shoes off in a home, they’re reminded that someone else lives here, and it makes it harder for them to see themselves living in that house. Plus, for some people it’s awkward to walk around in their socks, and you don’t want potential buyers to feel uncomfortable.” – Anne Andrews, homeowner in San Juan Capistrano, CA SPRAY A CLEAN, SIMPLE SCENT “You can absolutely kill a person’s interest by showing them a house that smells like dirty teenagers and smelly dogs. Houses need to smell fresh and clean, but shouldn’t smell like chemicals. Invest in a really good home fragrance spray with a soft scent, like lavender or fresh linen.” – Ashley Matthews, homeowner in New York, NY DON’T TRY TO HIDE YOUR CLUTTER “It’s common to use the garage as a place to stash the boxes you’ve cleared out of your home for a showing. However, you still want the garage to look presentable. People want to see the entire house, so take this opportunity to clear it out. Buyers will also open closets. They’re not trying to be invasive—they just want to see how much space you have.
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Don’t think you can cram everything behind those doors and it’ll be invisible. People will look through everything, and when they do open closet doors, they probably won’t appreciate being met with an avalanche of stuff. In fact, it will probably make them think your house doesn’t have enough storage, and they’ll move onto the next.” – Linda Roberts, homeowner in Mission Viejo, CA GET YOUR PETS OUT OF THE HOUSE “The best advice I got before selling my home was to make sure that both buyers and my pets feel comfortable. Meeting someone else’s animals can be stressful. Pets might be protective of their turf, so owners should consider taking them somewhere else during showings. If you’re having an open house, bring your pet to a friend’s house for the day. If someone is coming over for a tour, take that opportunity to walk your dog. However, if you must leave your pets at home, always make sure you leave instructions on how to handle them. Give your listing agent instructions on where to put dogs if they get rowdy (like a guest room), but don’t just assume you can just put your pets in the backyard, because buyers want to see the outdoor space too.” – Leanne Logan, homeowner in Hershey, PA Jilly Pretzel is a Southern California writer who covers lifestyle, relationships, home, and money management.
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Prevent the hazard of overloaded electrical circuits by electrical failure or malfunction. home is a safe haven for its residents. No matter Overloaded electrical circuits what’s going on at school or are a frequent culprit in the ofce, many people know residential res. Fortunately, they can relax in comfort and overloaded circuits are safety when they arrive home preventable. According to the at the end of a day. Electrical Safety Foundation Safety at home is something International, the following that can be taken for granted are some potential indicators until it’s too late. The National that circuits are overloaded. Fire Protection Association • Flickering, blinking or notes that each year more dimming lights than 47,000 home res in • Frequently tripped circuit the United States are caused breakers or blown fuses
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• Warm or discolored wall plates • Cracking, sizzling or buzzing from receptacles • Burning odor coming from receptacles or wall switches • Mild shock or tingle from appliances, receptacles or switches. Learning to recognize the signs of overloaded circuits is an important step in making homes safe, as the NFPA notes that home res contribute to hundreds of deaths and more than 1,500 injuries each year. Such res also hit homeowners in their pocketbooks, causing an estimated $1.4 billion in property damage annually. Prevention is another key component when safeguarding a home and its residents from res sparked by electrical failures of malfunctions. The ESFI offers the following tips to prevent electrical overloads. • Never use extension cords or multi-outlet converters for appliances.
• All major appliances should be plugged directly into a wall receptacle outlet. Only one heat-producing appliance should be plugged into a receptacle outlet at any given time. • Consider adding new outlets to your home. Heavy reliance on extension cords indicates that your home does not have enough outlets. Bring in a qualied electrician to inspect your home to determine if more outlets are necessary. • Recognize that power strips only add additional outlets; they do not change the amount of power being received from the outlet. Fires sparked by electrical circuit overload pose a signicant threat. Thankfully, such res are preventable. Learn more at www.es.org.
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The art of buying art for your home D
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esigning a home’s interior can be fun. Whether furnishing a rst apartment or a newly purchased family home, many people feel that the art they put on the walls of their homes is an expression of their individuality, and that a home isn’t truly a home until its interior reects their personalities. Furnishing a home with art can be intimidating, especially for people doing so for the rst time. But a few tricks of the trade can help men and women turn the interiors of their homes into spaces that reect who they are. • Embrace your personal taste. Don’t hesitate to decorate your walls with art you like. When buying furniture for a home, it can make sense to follow certain rules. For example, parents of young children might want to purchase dark-colored furnishings that can hide stains. But no such rules should govern your choices of artwork. Art reects the person who made it, but it also reects the person who buys it, so buyers should embrace their personal taste when furnishing their homes with art. • Shop around. Thanks to
the internet, billions of pieces of art, from tapestries to photographs to paintings, are at your ngertips. Comparison shopping can be fun and help novices discover their personal tastes. It also can be a great way to support artists. For example, 90 percent of all image royalties on art purchased from YourArtGallery.com goes directly to the artist, ensuring much of buyers’ money is going toward supporting the people responsible for the art they plan to hang in their homes. That can give people a greater sense of pride in their home’s decor. • Seek inspiration. If you’re unfamiliar with art, don’t hesitate to seek inspiration. Art is everywhere, from the hotels you stay in while travelling to the billboards you pass while driving to work to the local art museum near your home. If you’re uncertain of what you like, make a concerted effort to recognize the art you see but may not stop to notice each day. As you expose yourself to more and more art, you will gain a greater knowledge of what you like and dislike. Use that knowledge to inform your decisions when buying art for your home. • Switch things up. Your
entire home does not need to follow a theme. If your taste in art is eclectic, embrace that and have different rooms throughout your home reect your different tastes. This can give each room its own unique feel and make for a colorful home. The art people hang in their homes is a personal choice, and the process of nding that art can be fun and eyeopening.
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