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Overthrow 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...
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Titan 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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The making of carpet fiber
Carpeting is a vital variable in a room’s appearance. It also can make a significant tactual impression since you walk—and maybe lie down—on it, notes Donald Green, vice president at MDG Flooring America, in Medina. Below, Donald discusses the fibers a carpet is made from. Q: What is carpeting made of?A: Carpeting consists of a...
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Reclaim usable garage space
The apprehension of venturing into a dingy, cluttered garage to hunt for a tool can leave many simple household repairs stuck on a perpetual to-do list. “Clutter can be overwhelming,” observes Mike Padden, owner of Encore Garage Ohio. “Organizing your garage not only opens an untapped gold mine of usable space, but it also can motivate...
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How do I rock my kitchen?
Installing natural stone counters may be the best way to rock your kitchen, advises Scott Powers, sales manager of Kiba Studios, Medina’s kitchen and bath showroom. Below, Scott explains why. Q: Why are stone countertops so popular today?A: Granite, quartz, marble and other stone materials not only beautify your kitchen and baths, but they...
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