Chantel A. Holmes' Blog

Posted on 10/14/2024
Tips & tricks for better yard drainage
If your yard is full of puddles, soggy soil and...
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Posted on 10/07/2024
Lawn turf care & maintenance basics
Knowing the basics of lawn turf care is the key to...
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Posted on 09/30/2024
Doors: The pros and cons of steel
The primary entrance to any house deserves an attractive aesthetic with reliable security. Property owners often select thick, hardwood materials because they provide curbside appeal and durable strength. Steel doors remain something of an afterthought because they are more closely associated with commercial buildings, which may not appear to have the same design prowess. But the advanced technologies...
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Posted on 09/23/2024
Love your yard with these outdoor deck design ideas
There are many choices involved in building a new outdoor...
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Posted on 09/16/2024
Here's What Affects the Housing Market
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, it’s important to have a basic understanding of the housing market. However, that can be a lot more complicated than it seems. Many factors affect both your local and national housing markets, some of which can be hard to track and quantify. However, there are some basics you can start with...
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Posted on 09/09/2024
Top factors signaling it's time to reduce the price of your home
One of the biggest dilemmas home sellers may face is trying...
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Posted on 09/02/2024
Grass seeding: Zoysia grass & your lawn
 When it comes to planting a grass lawn, you have the...
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Posted on 08/26/2024
How to Buffet the Safe Way: Health Tips for Your Next Gathering
Buffets are a convenient way to serve a group of people. They can be especially helpful when there are many food items and a lot of guests. Even for small gatherings, a serve-yourself buffet is usually the easiest setup. Unfortunately, health concerns make buffet-style food service risky. Sharing the same serving utensils and congregating in a small space...
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Posted on 08/19/2024
Advantages of Offering a Large Down Payment
When buying a home, the down payment will make up the bulk of your upfront expenses. While most mortgage lenders offer you flexibility in the amount of your down payment, it's difficult to decide how much money to spend right away. While a higher upfront cost, a higher-than-minimum down payment has some significant advantages. Here are the main...
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Posted on 08/12/2024
Polka Dot Plants & Other Non-Toxic Houseplants to Grow at Home
Growing indoor plants can be incredibly rewarding and enhance the aesthetics of your home. However, it's important to know which plants are safe for every member of your household to be around. While many attractive and popular houseplants are toxic to pets and humans, there are plenty you can grow indoors safely, like polka dot plants. Here are...
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Posted on 08/05/2024
New pet owner's guide: How to kitten-proof a house
If you’re adopting a kitten, it’s wise to kitten-proof...
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Posted on 07/29/2024
DIY Guide: Radiator Cover Shelf
Radiator covers can be expensive and difficult to make. One of the major reasons decorating or hiding a radiator presents a problem for homeowners is not all radiators are the same dimensions. Luckily, creating a simple floating shelf is a great way to make your radiator attractive and functional no matter the size. Here's all the info you'll...
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