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Ben

I have a bachelor's degree in construction engineering. When I’m not constructing or remodeling X-Ray Rooms, Cardiovascular Labs, and Pharmacies...I’m at home with my wife, two daughters and a dog. Outside of family, I love grilling and barbequing on my Big Green Egg and working on projects around the house.

There’s something about bricks that people are drawn to. You might have several brick features on your property because of how nice you think bricks look. People will often make brick patio areas in their yards because of how aesthetically appealing they can be. Bricks are also commonly used in garden areas to help create …

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Having to deal with mice in your house has the potential to be a major problem. These pesky rodents can steal your food and will generally make a mess of things. You know that mice issues shouldn’t be ignored or they will get worse. If you haven’t been able to successfully get rid of the …

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Many people think that enjoying a few glasses of mulled wine during the holiday season is great. You might have a little tradition in your family where all of the adults do this. Mulled wine is a type of spiced wine that is served warm, and it tastes quite delicious. It’s a red wine that …

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It’s important to be able to make your property look as nice as it can. Everyone wants to be proud of their yard and adding some features might help you to be really happy with how things look. Of course, it makes sense to plant flowers and keep your yard tidy to ensure that things …

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Just as “eyes are the windows to the soul,” your windows offer guests and passersby a glimpse into your home’s interior — and, thus, the soul of your homemaking ethos. First impressions can be hugely important, and you won’t get a second chance at them, so what should you do if you find your windows …

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Pancakes are a delicious type of food that many people love to eat for breakfast. You might enjoy pancakes a few times each month, but some people eat pancakes way more regularly than that. Whether you’re someone who eats pancakes daily, weekly, or monthly, you’re going to know that they’re quite scrumptious. Fluffy pancakes with …

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Most people understand that jalapenos are very hot and that you should be careful when handling them. You likely know that eating jalapenos can cause you some level of pain depending on how hot the pepper that you ate was. Even touching jalapenos can cause you problems, though. Some people have made the mistake of …

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You want your carpeting to look as nice as it possibly can. Carpeting is supposed to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing, after all. This is why it is frustrating when you notice that your carpet is fraying at the edges. This can happen when carpeting has been installed improperly, but it can happen for …

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Caulk is used to fill in the gaps around a sink or other fixture to ensure that it is watertight. If water gets between the fixture and the walls, it won’t evaporate easily and it’s likely to lead to water damage. This kind of water damage can include mold and mildew, both of which can …

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It’s not going to be fun to walk out to your garage and find out that it’s frigid inside. Not everyone has a heating solution set up for their garage, though, and this can make the winter months kind of annoying. Some people don’t want to use electric heaters or hook their garages up to …

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