DIY Home Improvement in North Carolina - Carolina Country

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Home improvement projects with an energy-efficient edge

Battling dust
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Battling dust

How to find where all that dust comes from and what to do about it

Alternatives to carpet
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Alternatives to carpet

New products made from wool, seagrass and recycled materials last long and are earth-friendly

A clear dryer duct can save energy and prevent a fire
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A clear dryer duct can save energy and prevent a fire

Testing for radon is a must
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Testing for radon is a must

Don’t make assumptions based on your type of house or its location

Swimming in savings
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Swimming in savings

More efficient pumps can cut pool operating costs

Survival of the molds
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Survival of the molds

Take control of your indoor air quality
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Take control of your indoor air quality

Some surprisingly simple products can work in your favor

Not your mom’s chlorine bleach
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Not your mom’s chlorine bleach

From patios to laundry to teeth, oxygen bleach cleans naturally and safely

How to handle musty crawlspaces
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How to handle musty crawlspaces