Linda Martin's Blog

Posted on 03/30/2025
Intruders: Quick and Easy Ways to Keep Your Home Secure
No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it's still important to protect it from break-ins. How can you deter intruders from coming into your yard and attempting to break into your home? The following safety tips can help you discourage intruders from targeting your home. Keep Valuable Items Out of View Intruders sometimes target houses when they can...
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Posted on 03/23/2025
Remember these 7 key basics when weatherproofing your home
Weatherproofing your home can have enormous benefits,...
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Posted on 03/16/2025
Marble in High-Moisture Areas: What You Should Know
Marble is a popular material for many home furnishings and decorative accents. You usually find marble included in kitchen and bathroom designs where it can add luxury and beauty to the space. If you’re thinking about using marble in your bathroom renovation, there are some important things to consider. Here’s everything you need to know about using marble...
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Posted on 03/09/2025
DIYs with wood: 3 Ways to use scrap wood
If you have leftover materials from previous DIY projects,...
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Posted on 03/02/2025
Water damage: Key basics to remember
Water damage to homes is a major concern among...
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Posted on 02/23/2025
Choosing the best house pet for your lifestyle
There are many factors to consider when trying to...
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Posted on 02/16/2025
What to Know About Sago Palms
Sago palms are a wishlist item for many plant collectors. Native to the warm regions of Japan and China, these striking plants can grow large indoors with the right care routine. If you're thinking about adding a sago palm to your indoor jungle, here are some facts you should know: Light Requirements Sago palms do best in bright...
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Posted on 02/09/2025
3 Ways to Hurricane-Proof Your Home
Hurricanes can cause damage to your property in a variety of ways. Luckily, there are also many ways you can protect your home from the catastrophic effects of strong winds, rain and everything else a hurricane can bring. Here are three areas to focus on when hurricane-proofing your home: Windows Windows are an important feature to focus on...
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Posted on 02/02/2025
Home Design: Ways to Use FF&E
Furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) interior design projects might seem as though they only involve choosing new items based on their style, color and other aesthetic elements. However, FF&E projects go beyond aesthetics in scope. In fact, interior designers working on FF&E projects should do significant research on textiles, materials and other components to ensure safety standards. Items...
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Posted on 01/26/2025
Home repair loans & other financing options for funding your project
Home repair projects can be costly and unexpected,...
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Posted on 01/19/2025
Hazard insurance: Understanding the basics
Hazard insurance and homeowners insurance are often...
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Posted on 01/12/2025
Exploring the benefits of simple houses
Whether you’re building or buying, there are many benefits...
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