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Text P524663 to 85377 for more info & pictures NE Columbia 4BR/2BA ranch style home with 2 car garage. Gas fireplace. Richland 2 school district. $137,900 MLS:389834
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Text P524657 to 85377 for more info & pictures Immaculate 6BR/3.5BA is located in Garden Valley built by D.R. Horton in NE Columbia. You will fall in love with this floorplan! Over 2700 sq.ft. and Owners Suite is downstairs. $188,000 MLS:387962
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Text P883064 to 85377 for more info & pictures Cozy 2BR/1BA home sits on almost a half acre homesite and is move-in ready. With original hardwoods, this homeless been updated but still maintains its charm. Fenced backyard. $67,900 MLS:392104
Text P524662 to 85377 for more info & pictures Custom built 3BR/2.5BA All Brick Ranch Style home rests on almost an acre of land. Sunken DR, Formal LR and an oversized FR with fireplace. $129,900 MLS:389140
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Text P878649 to 85377 for more info & pictures Impressive 5BR/4BA brick dream home under construction. Nestled on an acre with a finished basement overlooking Bells pond. Study with french doors. Covered screened porch. $525,000 MLS:386728
Text P878648 to 85377 for more info & pictures Exquisite 3BR/2.5BA model home across from beautiful park. Prestigious golf community. One level living w/ open floor plan plus bonus w/ half bath. $350,000 MLS:379305
Text P906408 to 85377 for more info & pictures Beautiful Custom 4BR/3.5BA Home in gated community, towering two story foyer leading to formal living and dining rooms. Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets and built-in appliances. $509,451 MLS:380881
Text P719177 to 85377 for more info & pictures 3BR/2BA Conveniently located near Fort Jackson & 15 minutes to McEntire Air Force Base. Kitchen w/granite, Eat-in area, pantry, and opens to the GR. Huge fenced backyard w/storage building. $135,900 MLS:390469
Text P906407 to 85377 for more info & pictures Beautiful Custom 4BR/3.5 Home in gated community, with court yard entry, formal dining room. Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets and built-in appliances. $497,700 MLS:380884
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Text P303918 to 85377 for more info & pictures Beautiful kitchen with granite counter tops and gas fireplace in main living area. Large Master Bedroom, huge walk-in closet, private bath, tub/shower & double vanity. Enjoy your privacy fenced in back yard with patio. $125,000 MLS#392288
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All brick 3BR/2.5BA bungalow. Enjoy beautiful SC weather on the wrap around porch and fenced backyard. Features a gas log fireplace in the great room and is open to the kitchen and dining area. The master bedroom and bath is on the main floor. Two bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath on second floor as well as a loft area. Fresh paint and brand new carpet throughout. The stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer all convey. Very convenient to interstate, USC, and mere minutes from Palmetto Health Richland hospital. $129,900 MLS/ID:394641
Text P303918 to 85377 for more info & pictures Lovely 4 BR/2.5BA in great neighborhood. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Kitchen has a lot of storage, All bedrooms are on the second level, including a loft. Screened in back porch lg fenced backyard. $75,000 MLS#394967
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Text P303924 to 85377 for more info & pictures If you’re ready for spacious, country living just minutes from Southeastern Columbia, you’ve found the right place! $50,000 MLS#386057 Call Mike.
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Text P870745 to 85377 for more info & pictures Lake Carolina Private Lakefront Luxury. 6BR/5BA & 2 half BA. Home theater w/ high end audio system, 4 gas fireplaces & intercom to name a few. RARE WALK OUT BASEMENT. $950,000 MLS:388074
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Text P870751 to 85377 for more info & pictures Excellent location on 1.2 acres. 3BR/3BA, Lg FR w/fireplace & built-ins, spacious kitchen w/lots of cabinets. Over 1100 sqft basement. Close to I-20, Lexington, Columbia and Lake Murray. $208,000 MLS:389621
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Beautiful 4BR/2.5BA on cul de sac. Hardwood Commercial/Residential. House on .5 acre lot. & fresh paint. Huge fenced backyard. New paint, nice hardwoods, good condition. $158,000 MLS#:390842 $124,999 MLS#:382203
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Great commercial 1.75 acre lot. 267’ on Cayce area, 3BR, 1 BRAND NEW bath; new busy Hwy 321. Easy access. Plat available. appliances, flooring. Great corner lot, carport. $140,000. MLS#:382299 $82,500
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Text P870749 to 85377 for more info & pictures 1.57 ac in Kershaw County. Custom built 3BR/2BA, w/screened porch . Home perfectly positioned on large lot w/ flat, privacy fenced backyard, shed & greenhouse convey. $285,000 MLS:388644
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Text P870752 to 85377 for more info & pictures Spacious 5BR, 4.5BA floor plan in a cul de sac. Office/ formal LR and DR, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, large pantry, bonus room ideal for a man cave or theater room. $299,900 MLS:389474
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10 Old Park Circle - 3BR/2.5BA in the heart of Sandhills. Very open floorplan. Over 2600 SF of comfortable living space. Kitchen with island. Deck with well kept backyard. $230,000 MLS/ID:386454
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Text P468000 to 85377 for more info & pictures 3412 Hinbet Drive - Spacious 5BR/3.5BA home on .54 acres. Custom built w/so many upgrades to list like Hardwood, tile, granite and a wonderful flowing floorplan w/huge rooms. $542,900 MLS/ID:384199
Text P831766 to 85377 for more info & pictures 229 Southberry Park - Wonderful double front porch. Formal LR & DR, 4BR/2.5BA w/kids den upstairs. SS appl and granite. Screened in porch, inground pool, pond and so much more! $265,000 MLS/ID:386792
Text P467999 to 85377 for more info & pictures 4 York Circle, Okatie, SC - 7BR. 7 Full BA’s, 3 Half BA’s. Luxury mansion on Okatie River. Upper balconies, inground pool, elevator, custom built wine cellar and the list goes on. $1,800,000 MLS:339712
Text P572978 to 85377 for more info & pictures 205 Crown Point Rd, Great 3BR/2BA home. Custom built in 1993. Wrap around porch, 16x32 Deck steps down to a brick patio. A workshop is attached to the back of the home. $135,000 MLS:393806
Text P118533 to 85377 for more info & pictures 128 Parliament Dr - 3BR/2BA, conveniently located in the heart of everything. Custom hardwood floor. Lg back yard w/storage, back deck & privacy fence. Spacious open floor-plan $74,900 MLS/ID:394610
Text P550679 to 85377 for more info & pictures 156 Crown Point, Great potential in this one. Need of repairs but has a great floorplan, full basement and unfinished FROG. Great Lexington one schools. $99,900 MLS:391793
Text P485743 to 85377 for more info & pictures 133 Thames Valley Ct - All completely restored and move in ready. New paint, carpet and appliances. Close to everything Irmo. Great Fireplace. $59,900 MLS:388904
Text P228462 to 85377 for more info & pictures 8 Crimson Ct, Cozy 3BR/2BA home in quiet neighborhood! Open layout including a LR & GR. Great schools and wonderful community! $95,000 MLS:391225
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Cleaning OUT THE GUTTERS
You hear the distant rumble of thunder. Then, the flash of lightning. Finally, the downpour hits. Is your house properly prepared for the onslaught of precipitation? What about the wind blown debris that comes with the passing days? One weapon that your home has at its defense is its gutters, more properly known as its storm drainage system. Read on to learn how to maintain your gutters, what prevention options are out there, and when to seek help.
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PROPER MAINTENANCE Cleaning your home’s gutters is an important part of water damage preventative. If water isn’t properly draining through hindered gutters, then water build-up can happen. This accumulation of debris and water may weigh down your gutters so much that they begin to pull off of the home, thus rotting your trim and siding! Debris in the gutters also is a beckoning abode for carpenter ants and mosquitoes. A simple twice a year cleaning can prevent this. There are many contraptions on the market that claim to make the processes easier. Shop vac attachments, clamps on a rod, and even gutter robots. However, the tried and true method of climbing a ladder and using those two hands of yours will be the best and most thorough of methods. Finish the job by spraying your downspouts with a high pressured water hose.
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PREVENTATIVE MEASURES An ounce of prevention can go a long way. Some gutter preventative measures out on the market these days include mesh filters, aluminum pieces with one opening, or metal coverings with holes. The big question on everyone’s
mind is “do they work?” It depends. The kinds of trees, the amount of trees, and the types of debris normally clogging your gutters all come into play. Many of these designs will keep out the bigger leaves, but smaller pieces of nature may still make their way in. One thing is for sure: these preventative products do help slow the clogging process. The downside to these gutter add-ons is the expense, costing an average of $7 a foot, and the process of removing the guards when cleaning does need to eventually occur.
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A fear of heights, lack of equipment, or being short on time can all be great causes for biting the bullet and hiring help. Its also important to note that working on a ladder, especially at great heights, is a learned art and a certain finesse is required as to properly place the ladder and then not to fall while working on it. The good news is that hiring help is not an expensive route to take and truly will save you tons of work. According to HomeAdvisor.com, the national average cost for gutter cleaning was right around $146, with the low end being around $60 and the costs topping off at $325. As always, we recommend shopping around for a company based on other homeowners’ reviews, company costs, and schedule compatibility. The benefits of hiring an experienced professional could save you stress and time and may very well be the route you choose to take for the duration of your home owning years. Keeping your gutters and downspouts free and clear will save you money and headache in the long run by preventing bigger problems. It’s a process you can do yourself or hire help if you need it.
SOURCE: BOBVILLA.COM | HOMEADVISOR.COM
Seasonal Lawn care for february & March Regardless of the current climate, you’ll keep your curb appeal in tip-top shape by practicing simple lawn care projects for every month of the year. With that in mind, now is the perfect time to think about February and March.
February
March
Depending on the state you live in, your lawn may still have frosts, frozen ground, or waterlogged soil during the month of February. If this is the case, be sure to avoid walking on the lawn until everything is melted.
For those who are familiar with seasonal lawn care, it’s pretty commonly known that March means it’s time to mow! This is exactly why we advise homeowners to get their lawn mower serviced in February.
However, if the weather conditions allow you to do so, you can begin by brushing with a broom to remove any leaves. Then, using a light rake, get rid of twigs and other debris around your yard.
During March, the temperatures start increasing high enough to spur the growth of more grass and weeds in your lawn, making it a busy month for major lawn projects. Before cutting, though, be sure to first rake your grass using a spring tine rake until the grass looks like it’s standing up for the mower. Then adjust your mower blades so they’ll only cut the tips.
February is also when you should take your lawn mower in for a service.
Once you’re finished mowing, create a polished and professional look by going around the edges of trees and any garden elements in your yard using a lawn strimmer. At the end of March, seasonal lawn care professionals advise homeowners to remove dead grass and moss with either a spring tine rake or electric lawn scarifier. Source: LawnandMower.com
Honoring George Washington Carver
for Black History Month
For Black History Month, we have chosen to honor George Washington Carver. This African-American man’s life as a botanist, agronomist, chemist and inventor earned him a long-lasting place in the history books. Through his inventions, Carver strongly influenced the development of our society, culture, and even contributed to the inventions of many products that we use every day. Did you know that TIME Magazine nicknamed George Washington Carver “Black Leonardo” in 1941? That nickname alone demonstrates his prominent impact on 20th century African-American history. Carver succeeded in revolutionizing agriculture in the South, which is not surprising, considering he discovered nearly 300 uses for the peanut. As a black man in a time of slavery and unrelenting racial discrimination, his climb to the top wasn’t easy. By embracing his strong will to overcome the most difficult obstacles, he kept fighting for the common man or fulfilling his own potential. At the end of the day, Carver knew that changing the world wouldn’t be easy, but he also knew it was worth fighting for.
“When you do the common things in life in an uncommon way, you demand the attention of the world.” –George Washington Carver
Let’s go back to the beginning. In Missouri around 1864, George Washington Carver was born to slave parents. It’s believed that a couple bought George and his mother Mary, after which they were set free, and the couple let George use their last name (Carver). As a teenager, Carver moved to Kansas with some ex-slaves and was actually accepted into Highland Presbyterian College. However, he was refused admission immediately after they discovered the color of Carver’s skin. Later on, he was successfully admitted to Iowa’s Simpson College and later moved to Ames, where Iowa State University housed its agricultural college. Carver was the very
first African-American faculty member at Ames Agricultural College. In 1896, after developing quite the reputation as the “Plant Doctor”, none other than Booker T. Washington asked Carver if he would join the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. This is where Carver spent the next 50 years, and where he developed his most significant inventions. Using the peanut, George Washington Carver discovered endless recipes for daily items like cheese, milk, coffee, flour, ink, dyes, plastics, wood stains, soap, linoleum, as well as medicinal oils and cosmetics. He significantly contributed to the daily products that we use every day, both in the kitchen and throughout the home. In addition to the peanut, Carver also performed research and developed inventions using the sweet potato. Carver transformed farming in the South by introducing farmers of that time to the many uses and benefits of sweet potatoes. He told the Ways and Means Committee that sweet potatoes perform well in the South and they provide nutrition that’s very affordable. During his promotion of sweet potatoes, he demonstrated the most notable uses of the product, including vinegar, molasses, postage stamp glue, along with a type of synthetic rubber and ink. Moreover, George Washington Carver discovered how to make natural and inexpensive paint out of fertile soil by extracting pigments from Alabama red clay. These paints became very popular as Southern farmers wanted to decorate their homes. He didn’t stop at paint, though. Carver went on to use that same red clay to create wood stains, face powder, and ceramics. In regards to home construction, we also have Carver to thank for concrete reinforcing, which he built from sawdust and wood shavings, as well as synthetic marble and vegetable dyes. After learning more about the admired and revered life of George Washington Carver throughout African-American history, it’s simple to see his impact on our lifestyles, the homes we live in, the products we put on our skin, and the food we eat every day. During an intense period of racial discrimination attempting to weigh him down from every angle, not once did that stop or slow him down from creating an agricultural revolution.
Source: Science, Mark Boyer; Tuskegee University
Is Your Lawn Ready for Spring? Springtime is right around the corner, so now is the perfect time to prepare your lawn for the new season. Once you’re finished, you’ll have the best curb appeal on the block! Before you put those gardening gloves on, however, tune-up your lawn tools and equipment. This includes items such as your lawnmower, leaf blower, pruner, rakes, and anything else you may need for spring cleanup. Now it’s time to get started.
1. Remove debris. Give your lawn a fresh start in the spring by raking away all leaves, sticks, and anything else that collected over the fall and winter months. Raking your lawn will even encourage healthy airflow by loosening the soil’s surface.
2. Heal your grass. Grass seed is extremely helpful for areas of your lawn that have weak grass growth or dead grass. Open the surface with a strong rake then mix the grass seed with new soil to be spread over the surface. You can even speed up the grass growth by watering.
3. Add mulch. Even in my personal gardening projects, mulch is always my finishing touch. Mulch adds a huge benefit to your lawn by providing a protective
covering on soil that locks in the moisture. You’ll keep your plants warm by simply spreading it around the bases of trees, shrubs and in your fresh spring flowerbeds.
4. Water wisely. It’s more beneficial to water your lawn only when it needs it, and with a lot of water. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, watering sparingly and deeply trains your grass roots to dig deeper into the soil. On the other hand, watering lightly and constantly will keep the roots closer to the surface.
5. Let’s go mowing. Mow your lawn high with a sharp blade, and keep it frequent. Remember that keeping your grass long while mowing often will keep it thick and healthy.
Source: Preparing Your Lawn for Spring, WeedManUSA
5 REASONS TO USE A HANDYMAN FOR HOME REPAIRS Whether you need help with small home maintenance projects like cleaning the gutters or larger repairs like fixing a leaky ceiling or faucet, using a handyman can offer huge payoffs for homeowners, not to mention a lot less stress!
If you’re not convinced, here are 5 reasons to use a handyman for home repairs and maintenance.
1. SAVE MONEY
3. SAFETY
Before you assume that doing a project or repairs on your own will help save money, think again. A professional will get it done the very first time, while going it yourself may require more supplies throughout the process to get it exactly how you want it. Why go out and spend your money on all the hardware and equipment when your handyman has everything within arm’s reach?
When you hire a handyman to perform a home repair or service, you do not risk injuring yourself by trying to figure it out on your own.
2. SAVE TIME With ample experience under his belt, chances are that a handyman can get a project done in one or two hours, while you may spend all day working on replacing the insulation in your attic or installing a new appliance.
4. AVOIDS MAJOR & COSTLY REPAIRS By having a trusty handyman to fix small home issues as they arise, you’ll be able to prevent those issues from developing into larger ones that can put a big hole in your wallet. Even further, a well maintained home retains your property value.
5. THE JOB WILL FINALLY BE DONE A qualified and experienced handyman will get the job done quickly and efficiently, which will make your family happy that it’s finally finished. And the best part? You’ll have more time to do the things you enjoy!
Steps to Take Before You Paint The single most important stage in tackling a home improvement project is through preparation. After all, can a masterpiece be created without a prepped, clean canvas? I think not. First, you should understand how to properly prepare a room to be painted, because you and I both know that the last thing you want is to end up feeling frustrated and overwhelmed before you even begin.
To help save your time, money, and sanity, follow these painting preparation steps for your next home project! 1. Clear the room. Do your best to clear the room of all furniture, décor, as well as any light switch covers and outlet covers. This will make it much easier to move around the room, without the chance of ruining any of your belongings with paint splatters.
2. Use plastic to protect large items. If there’s anything that is too large to be removed, move them to the middle of the room. Then, cover them in plastic to provide protection from paint.
3. Clean and dust. Give the room a deep cleaning. This includes vacuuming and mopping the floors, and getting rid of dust and cobwebs. Then, use a damp cloth to wipe down any woodwork or molding on the walls. As a general rule, walls should be dry and dull before applying any paint or primer.
4. Line the room’s edges with paper. Complete this step with either leftover newspaper, or a simple purchase of a disposable paper roll from any home improvement store. You also use large pieces of plastic, typically found at a dollar store.
5. Spackle and sand. If there is loose or peeling paint, be sure to scrape and sand that area. Use Spackle or any patching material to fill in any cracks, holes, or dents. After applying the Spackle, allow it to dry according the instructions on the package (normally about 2-4 hours). Lastly, use sandpaper to create a smooth surface. If necessary, you may apply a second coat and repeat the process.
6. Wash the walls. Thoroughly wash the room’s walls with a mild soap and water solution. Then, rinse with clean water and allow them to dry completely.
7. It’s primer time. A primer must be used in order to protect bare, unfinished drywall. Applying a primer is also beneficial for walls that were previously painted with a darker color, stained, or are generally in need of repair.
8. Apply painter’s tape. This step is essential in keeping paint off the windows and trim. Using the tips of your fingers, press the tape firmly onto the wall’s surface while ensuring there aren’t any air bubbles or folds that paint could get into.
9. Always paint from the top down. Paint the ceiling first. After that, go ahead and start on painting the walls, but be sure to start in a corner. Throughout the project, you should always try to keep a wet edge. Next, you’ll want to paint the trim, followed by the cabinets, and finish it off by painting the doors.
10. Remove the painter’s tape. Once your project is finished and completely dry, slowly pull the tape off in a continuous and steady motion, all the while keeping a 90-degree angle to the painted surface. Sticking to that angle will give your walls the cleanest possible paint line.
Source: WikiHow; RISMedia
Is a Cleaning Service Right for You? Between taking the kids to school, extracurricular activities, working at your job, and still having time to make dinner at the end of the day, the last thing you want to think about is cleaning the entire house once a week. Here are some questions to ask yourself in order to determine if a cleaning service is right for you. 1. What does a maid do? Contrary to what most people think of a cleaning service, a “maid” is not that cliché woman dressed in black in white that lives in a home and basically cleans all day, every day. In the real world, a maid or cleaning service will come to your home once a week for about an hour, giving them enough time to go through each of the rooms in your house to get everything clean. They will normally take special requests, as well.
2. How often do you ACTUALLY clean your house? If you answered any duration longer than weekly or biweekly, then you could probably use some extra help. This is typically the major reason that homeowners will choose to hire a cleaning service. Who has time for that, anyway? Source: Maid Day Makeovers
3. Are you satisfied with the cleanliness of your home? Depending on how often you clean your house, how would you rate the cleanliness of your home? Try this – run your finger across your mantle or counters and see how much dust your finger picks up. Do you wish it were cleaner?
4. Is a cleaning service in your budget? First, get some quotes from different cleaning companies to determine if you can afford it. Then, try it out once or twice and ask yourself if it’s worth it. If you weigh the value you get from a maid service against the cost of a maid service, you’ll see that value wins almost every time. So, is a cleaning service right for you?
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Your Windows’ Sparkle Our home is full of intricacies that make it beautiful as a whole. One piece of the house that can really make a difference in curb appeal is your windows. Did you know that a home’s windows should be cleaned on the outside at least twice a year? Often, this task gets neglected because of the lack of know-how on what cleaner to use, what tools are best, or when to hire a professional to do the dirty work for you. We are here to guide you along in making your windows shine.
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et a date and time. Like we stated above, set aside a day at least twice a year to tackle the task of cleaning your windows. We suggest picking dates in the spring and fall when temperatures are more mild and it also keeps the cleanings evenly spaced. Time of day matters, too. Clean when the sun isn’t directly shining on the windows as to avoid quick drying during the task. This could result in streaks or spots.
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hoosing the right tools We begin the tool search by first setting out what to avoid. In days past, homeowners would scrub away using things like newspaper, paper towels, old linens, or hard
bristles. These items leave behind lint, scratches, and a static charge, causing more dirt. In actuality, the best tools to choose are closer to what the pros use. Soft bristle brushes, squeegees, natural sponges, or chamois towels all work great and don’t do any damage.
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hich cleaner to use. The grocery store cleaning aisle offers multiple options for cleaners when it comes to windows. Often times, these are over the top. What works best is sitting right next to your sink or in your pantry: the tried and true dish soap or vinegar. When using dish soap, just a squirt will do the job mixed in a bucket of warm water. The less suds in the bucket, the better. If vinegar fits your supply list better, then use equal parts vinegar and warm water.
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he how-to. Scrape away debris from the panes using your soft bristled brush. Wet your sponge with the cleaner
you’ve chosen and loosen up any dirt. Next, use a pre-soaked squeegee to swipe downward in even strokes, overlapping the first stroke with the second and so forth. After each stroke, wipe off the squeegee with a lint free towel or sponge. After all swipes are made, do one more left to right squeegee swipe at the bottom. Use a chamois to soak up any leftover wetness and your windows will shine!
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et help. If your windows are too high or this process seems too tedious, then hire a professional. A professional window cleaner will ensure a higher quality job and keep you safe from uncomfortable heights.
When hiring a professional check to be sure they are insured and come with experience.
Just a quick swipe down this list and your windows will sparkle in no time!
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