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Patch's House & Home
(Late) Spring Cleaning
I hate cleaning. I mean, I really hate to clean. I’d rather visit the dentist than run the vacuum. I’m sure there are some of you out there who don’t hate to clean as much as I do, a...
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Patch's House & Home
Keep on Clippin'
As you might remember, a few months back we talked about coupons. And how are you making out with your coupon clipping? Could you use a few more tips for saving at the supermarket? ...
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Opinion
Landscaping for Home Energy Efficiency and Resale
Energy efficient homes don’t end with the structural and interior elements. One of the most important factors to operating a more energy efficient home is the landscaping around it. Not...
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Patch's House & Home
Pruning the Produce Bill
Even if you clip coupons until your scissors dull, shop “huge” sales and always use your store card to save on groceries, there’s one section of the grocery store it’s not always easy to ...
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Patch's House & Home
Yard Sale Don'ts
Have you ever spent a Saturday morning going to yard sales? The signs are all around you, but don’t want to drive around aimlessly or waste money buying junk. Here are some tips for makin...
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Patch's House & Home
Recipe: Stuffed Zucchini
I was looking for something healthy, but still delicious. While browsing Pinterest for recipes, I came across this recipe for stuffed zucchini by Simply Love Food. And, although I’ve chan...
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Patch's House & Home
Cinco de Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is coming! The celebration of Mexican heritage is held on―duh―May 5. Commonly mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo actually commemorates The Battle of Puebl...
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Opinion
Why You Need a Good Home Inspector
Just like auto mechanics, dentists, plumbers, financial planners, electricians, attorneys, hair dressers, tailors, Realtors ... you name it: home inspectors are human just like any other ...