Marianne Belanger's Blog

Posted on 11/17/2024

DIY: How to Build a Decorative Barn Door

This may sound counterintuitive, but some of the most eye-catching barn-style accent doors rank among the easiest DIY home improvement projects. And a few insider tips might help push the project along. For example, people who do not work in the construction trades rarely realize that many 10-inch wide boards run closer to 9.25 inches. That insider tip...

Accent Decor

Accent Door

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Posted on 11/17/2024

How to Design a Healthy Home Office

If you're working from home, it's important to establish a suitable workspace. Many homeowners are now in charge of their own workspaces and all of the things that come with it: layout, furniture and other features. While it's important to be productive working at home, it's just as important to be healthy and comfortable at work. Here are...

Healthy Living

Home Living

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Posted on 11/10/2024

Setting up a home fire escape plan

House fires can happen at any time, no matter how careful you are with fire prevention. Having a home fire escape plan offers peace of mind and a way to make sure your household can get out of your home safely. Knowing how to create one of these plans should be part of your fire safety and prevention...

Emergency Planning

Emergency Preparedness

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Posted on 11/10/2024

3 Secrets to sustainable gardening

Sustainable gardening is an excellent way to make your...

Eco Friendly

Gardning

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Posted on 11/03/2024

Annual maintenance tasks for your home

Your home goes through a fair amount of wear and tear throughout the year, which can result in needing to repair or replace certain elements. However, performing annual maintenance tasks can help your home stay in excellent condition year after year. Here are a few tasks to complete throughout your year to keep your home fresh and rejuvenated:...

Garage Door

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 11/03/2024

Simple garden ideas for patio spaces

Even if you don't have room for flower beds or a...

Backyard Garden

Gardening

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Posted on 10/27/2024

Comparing portable & permanent gazebos

Gazebos can be found in backyards and gardens across...

Gazebo

Outdoor Design

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Posted on 10/27/2024

What is the mortgage origination process?

Have you ever thought about the mortgage loan process? If...

Mortgage Origination

Loans

Posted on 10/20/2024

How long does it take to buy a house? 2 Ways to speed up the process

If you’re interested in purchasing property, you might be...

Home Buying

Home Buying Process

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Posted on 10/20/2024

A basic guide to eco homes

As the topic of sustainability and eco-friendly rings...

Eco Home

Eco Housing

Posted on 10/13/2024

Adding a roof for your deck: What to consider

When planning upgrades for their outdoor space, many...

Deck Design

Building A Deck

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Posted on 10/28/2024

307 Pine Street, Gardner, MA 01440 is now new to the market!

FIRE DAMAGED HOME - Investor opportunity! CASH BUYERS only. The fire started in the hallway & spread up the stairs. It was contained by the fire dept. There is soot, smoke & water damage. The property is boarded up & the utilities are shut off. This 1,746-sf Colonial offers 5 bedrooms & 2 baths on a 1/4-acre lot. 4 mini splits provide both the heat & cooling. The 4 compressors & 2 of the mini splits seem to be ok. Much of the plumbing had been updated & a 200-amp electric panel was installed in addition to a Gas HW Tank, prior to the fire. The house has a slate roof, vinyl siding & a detached 2 car garage. The...

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