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While there are plenty of options these days for cleaner gutters, from gutter guards to gutter robots, some homeowners still prefer to take care of their gutters the old fashioned way. Cleaning out your home's rain gutters may not be a fun task, or a clean one, but it doesn't have to be complicated. Follow these simple steps and find yourself finished with this chore in about an hour. Be...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/dSA2fqbjziE" height="1" width="1"/>

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As you know, America has recently gone digital for all television signals. There are three ways to receive these signals: over the air with an antenna, from a cable provider, or from a digital satellite dish. Since the 1970s there has been a shift away from over the air reception, and now less than 10 percent of Americans receive their TV signal through an antenna. Cable was growing rapidly until...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/bUfgzB2XjfQ" height="1" width="1"/>

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With the rapid approach of harsh winter weather to many parts of the country, smart homeowners know that extra precautions are necessary to protect the home and save money in home heating maintenance costs. To better protect your home's central heating from treacherous weather, consider some of the tips below. Schedule a professional checkup. Having a service professional like an HVAC contractor...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/4E6f6KKFGCo" height="1" width="1"/>

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The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) reports that electrical problems result in 67,800 fires during a typical year in American homes, claiming 485 lives and leading to 2,305 injuries. Death or injury can also result from faulty or inappropriately used home electrical wiring and appliances. Some simple precautions can significantly reduce the risk of death or injury due to home electricity. Simple...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/Qs-9zyn2-YA" height="1" width="1"/>

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If you live in the U.S. and want satellite TV systems in your home, you have basically two choices. Yes, there are other providers out there, but for most viewers, DirecTV and DISH Network offer the most choices for the least money, although Pegasus and Voom are fast becoming major contenders in the satellite television industry. Competition being what it is, both DirecTV and...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/m4xxFFzDjsA" height="1" width="1"/>

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Casement windows are a very popular choice of window. They were often fitted into historic houses and they are now making a bit of a comeback. There are numerous benefits to having this type of window fitted in your home. Here are just a few of them: They Open Fully: No other types of window open as far as casement windows do. They swing right out. This makes them easy to clean, to paint and to...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/j1lO-tnyw7E" height="1" width="1"/>

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(ARA) - This year, Mother Nature has proven she&rsquo;s a force to be reckoned with. Hundreds of households across the country have suffered water damage as a result of severe weather. In the aftermath of all the storms, we&rsquo;ve seen pictures of flood victims wading through their living rooms, salvaging what they can and putting the rest of their water-logged possessions out on the curb....<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/azozLa1L_qs" height="1" width="1"/>

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Because stucco is wet when its applied, it is a very flexibly material that has allowed many designers and architecture the ease and ability of creating some of the most beautiful and intricate designs to ever be seen on buildings. Most people are interested in using the material for their homes but are not very informed on the differences between traditional and modern stucco. The first major...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/y8gRxu4rqD0" height="1" width="1"/>

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(ARA) - If you're in the market for a new home and planning to build, you'll be pleasantly surprised by all the options available to you. These days, builders are offering all kinds of incentives to get customers through the door. Among them: free upgrades to higher-end appliances; decorative lighting fixtures; and the option of getting wood, tile, carpet, or a combination of the three installed...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/homeownernet/~4/cOwUX3BOV4A" height="1" width="1"/>

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