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Port Huron's Sewer Problems Call for Sewer Cleanup Services

In 2000, 150 homes in Port Huron, Michigan were flooded with sewage and the affected residents sued the city. In October of this year, after almost a decade, the city settled the case for $9.3 million. However, there are two more pending sewerage law...

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The Roman Empire Blazed Path For Today's Plumbers

Plumbers are a familiar sight to all of us. We often see them fixing the sink, unplugging a toilet or repairing a leak. This looks like fairly mundane work, however, your plumber is a highly skilled and trained individual with a vast knowledge of pip...

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Will Reed Diffusers Replace Scented Candles?

Scented candles have always been popular as a gift. In the past when thoughts turned to home fragrances scented candles were really the only viable option, unless you decided to plump for something like an oil burner or incense sticks. However, trend...

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Chinese Plants

Chinese Plants by: Wong Yee Lee Chinese people value trees and flowers as much as westerners do. Plum flowers are fragrant and beautiful. They were once the national flower. On the RMB50 cents coins you can see plum flowers on the side. Chrysant...

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How to Modify Your Landscaping to Protect Your House from Burglars

How to Modify Your Landscaping to Protect Your House from Burglars by: TC Thorn Believe it or not, landscaping can be an important part of a good home security plan. A burglar who is "casing the joint" from the street will choose the house with ...

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Tips for Choosing Log Furniture

Tips for Choosing Log Furniture by: Cari Haus If you just love that rustic look, and are finally ready to finally buy log furniture for your home, there are a number of “rules of thumb” that can help you in making good choices. Begin by cons...

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Tips On Starting Plants From Seed

On Starting Plants From Seed by: News Canada For many people, it's the preferred way to begin a garden. (NC)-If you only draw on local resources of bedding and potted plants, you're likely missing a huge variety of plant types... beaut...

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How To Use Vines In Landscaping Your Home

Vines can be the quick salvation of the new home owner. Fast-paced annuals will twine up a hastily erected pergola almost before summer starts, providing a cool, fragrant and beautiful awning. Annuals and perennials (or hardy vines, as perennials ar...

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Guide to Servicing your Chainsaw

Chainsaws provide many years of service for very little upkeep. Taking the time to service your chainsaw will help ensure that your equipment will not let you down. For safety reasons, make sure you only service your chainsaw when it is fully cooled,...

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Beyond Paint Decorating Walls With Stencils

Painting walls in various colors is a quick and easy way to decorate any room in your home. But when you're looking for something a bit more artistic and unique, you might try your hand at stenciling.Stencils come in a variety of forms: Simple g...

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