Technology has changed the way we live in the 21st century. Smart homes are a rapidly growing trend. In a typical smart home, devices and appliances such as the thermostat and the refrigerator can be..
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You are the proud owner of a beautiful old house located in a neighborhood of historic homes. You and your neighbors are careful to preserve their authenticity whenever you make renovations. An older..
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You are the proud owner of a beautiful old house located in a neighborhood of historic homes. You and your neighbors value the quality and aesthetics of your homes and are careful to preserve their..
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Owners of classic old brick homes in the DC area know too well the challenge of decorating historic homes. When it comes to older home heating systems - many complete with unattractive old radiator..
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Owners of historic homes in Alexandria and Washington DC who look for energy savings search for the most efficient thermostat control system. This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard..
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Don’t Take Care of Themselves
Maintaining centuries-old structures requires traditional methods and materials … and that means you may not know the right way to handle upkeep of your historic building’s masonry. There’s so much more to tuckpointing than replacing mortar.
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