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Holiday decorating, safely
The holidays are nearly upon us, and I’m already humming a few favorite carols. In the spirit of the Twelve Days of Christmas, here are my top 12 Holiday Safety Tips. (You can sing them if you like.) Keep your decorations at least three feet away from heat sources, especially those with open flames like fireplaces and candles. The...
Read MoreChagrin Home Improvements can dramatically change the look of your kitchen for way less than the cost of a remodel
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the cabinets are definitely the heart of the kitchen. But cabinets are also the most expensive thing to replace when it comes time to revitalizing that well-used, well-loved space. Often the cabinets are in good condition, but the color or outdated look bothers you and it’s hard to justify the cost of...
Read MoreMedina Strong: Choosing a local business is easy when your talent pool includes some of the best in Northeast Ohio
“Medina is unique because the people in the community all pitch in,” Julie McNabb, co-owner of Interior Design Studio says. “I frequently see business owners and community members working together to pull off community events and fundraisers—or even participating in the events.” The seven locally owned businesses featured in...
Read MoreOverthrow the overflow: Protect your home’s foundation and avoid a damp or flooded basement
September was a rainy month, and when it rains, the phone at the locally owned The Gutter Boys starts ringing. “People don’t often think about their gutter system until they’re home during a rainstorm, and they see first-hand the water overflowing their gutters and seeping into their basements,” says company founder Anthony Alberino...
Read MoreTitan Arbor Care: The team for your trees
Before the snow flies, take a good look at your trees. In and around Medina County, the owners of Titan Arbor Care, certified arborists Jay Dalton, Jeremy Rolf and Tyler Honsaker, are already out and about taking in their clients’ trees. “When the leaves fall, you can clearly see the structure of the trees,” says Jay. “Autumn is...
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