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Expert advice from old house enthusiasts and contractors will help guide you through your most difficult projects. Check out our two new columns covering your "how-to" needs and answering all your old house questions.
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Old house insulation: common problems and solutionsHow is the insulation in your old house? Find out how to make sure you and your family comfortable year-round,… More
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Old house winterizing: Be ready when the temperature drops
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Old house additions: how to add on a sunroom
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Solutions for old house heating problems
If your utility bills are sky-high, look to these heating options and solutions for your old house. With… More
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Get the best historic home inspection
Historic homes often need more attention than newer homes, and this is especially true when it comes to… More
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2 homeowner horror stories for happy hour
Here are two tales of trouble: one about a homeowner who did nothing as his house crumbled around… More
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4 ticking timebombs of poor home workmanship
When you are shopping for an old house, be especially careful to inspect previous owners' home improvements. Sloppy… More
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