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Here’s how local pressure washing powerhouse Pristine Clean turned a mythological creature into a metaphor for solving one of Northeast Ohio’s biggest problems for homeowners
Although the mythological Kraken goes back to a 12th century Norwegian legend (perhaps rooted in sightings of giant squid)—the sea monster has been recently popularized in comic books and in the 1981 movie Clash of the Titans, when it appears as a pet of Poseidon. Zeus orders the creature to destroy Argos to punish Acrisius, the king of...
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You could have a new bathroom before the holidays, starting at just $4,500
If you like word play, you’ll love the mission statement of Bath Depot, which recently opened its new location in Westlake. It’s Selection, Service, Savings. But it’s the fourth “S”—showroom—that will really blow you away. Life-sized shower and tub vignettes in gorgeous materials, specialty shower heads, custom niches and...
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Safety tips to weather fall
October is National Fire Prevention Month, and a good time to give thought to how safe your home’s indoor/outdoor electrical is. Here are a few precautionary tips I’ve learned over the years. Fall is when you should safely store your warm-weather tools like the lawn mower and pull out cold weather tools such as your snowblower...
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Here are the telltale signs the time is right now for a new roof
You often hear people say, “As long as I have a roof over my head, I feel blessed.” We couldn’t agree more. But while your roof is an elemental part of your home, it often gets overlooked. The average life of a roof made of asphalt shingles is 25 years, and roofs made of metal can last 50 years or more. Workmanship is...
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Create a new custom cabinet look without breaking the bank
Several years ago, a kitchen remodel set me back a budget-sapping forty grand. About half of that drain on my bank account was attributed to the cabinets. I opted for a lovely painted white to replace the outdated 1962 versions that were falling apart. But not everyone needs to sink their savings into replacing cabinetry like I did. Most people...
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