What could be more advantageous than having a portable food scale in our calorie-crazed, health-driven world that we are currently living in? Having a food scale on you while traveling helps you keep track of your calorie intake for the day, helping you remain on track, therefore, guilt-free! But with a vast world of portable food scales on the market, with numbers of favored features necessary such as LED display, microgram measure, size and ease of use, it can be challenging to know which scale is the best traveling food scale for you. However, we have put together a list of the…
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If you’re a Maryland homeowner, then you know that our winters can be bitterly cold with high heating costs. One way to reduce your heating bills and increase the comfort of your home is by investing in triple-pane windows. Triple-pane windows have three panes of glass instead of the standard two, and provide added insulation to your home. But you may be wondering if the investment in triple-pane windows is worth it. In this blog post, we’ll go over the benefits and costs of triple-pane windows in Maryland so you can make an informed decision.
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Custom insect screens are a fantastic addition to your home, providing the benefits of fresh air and natural light while keeping pesky insects out. Whether you’ve recently invested in custom insect screens or are considering their installation, knowing how to install and maintain them is essential. This blog will provide valuable tips for installing and maintaining custom insect screens to ensure they serve you well for years. Installation Tips 1. Hire a Professional Installer While some homeowners may opt for a DIY approach, hiring a professional installer for your custom insect screens is often best. Professionals have the expertise, tools,…
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One morning this past June, Claire Segeren and Cal Hunter received legal permission to live in their own home. It had only taken five years. The couple had spent that time renovating their house in the Scottish village of Sandbank, about 35 miles west of Glasgow, after buying it in 2018. With limited funds, they became their own contractors, painstakingly rebuilding the 120-year-old red-sandstone house nearly from the ground up in an effort to restore its turn-of-the-century glory. “When we got the sign-off” from local building authorities, Mr. Hunter said, “it did feel like a real milestone. We both just…
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Furnishing your home can be a costly endeavor. However, it doesn’t have to break the bank! Focus on spending money on decor and furniture that makes a big impact. Spend less on items that are simply filler for a space. Shop secondhand stores, swap meet sales, and online classifieds to find bargain pieces. Also, avoid purchasing furniture on credit because it can hurt your debt-to-income ratio. Shop Seasonal Sales Furnishing your home can be expensive, especially buying all-new furniture. If you’re working with a tight budget, you’ll want to look for ways to save money on your new furnishings. One…