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Month: July 2016

The most memorable FIXmas gifts, for better or worse

Is it now safe for your humble correspondent to pull his head out from the toilet he’s fixing? Because based on TV’s I’ve overheard, from the next room over, it
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Fix the post-election tension at Thanksgiving dinner

Your humble correspondent read this week that nearly a quarter of Americans are considering skipping Thanksgiving dinner to avoid talking about the election. Is this a good thing or a
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New ban on political photo ops at Fix St Louis jobs

Maybe it’s just me, your humble correspondent, but I’m sensing an escalating and disturbing trend among politicians seeking higher office. Candidates now show up at the most unexpected places, performing
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Can your house stare a hurricane in the eye?

We’ve all had to come to peace with the fact that we don’t live anywhere near a beach. Some console ourselves that at least we’ll never have to deal with
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What stranded astronauts are teaching us about home repairs

How could this happen? Our country, arguably the greatest nation on Earth for all time, sent 2 people up into outer space. We were told they had all “the right
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How to keep bugs on the other side of your screens, if that’s what you want

Last week, your humble correspondent just noticed something, and I might once again be the last person to know. I’m seeing more and more WELL-CUT and EDGE-TRIMMED lawns FILLED with
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What the World Needs Now are Olympic Games Featuring Skills That Matter

Not to take anything away from the achievements of Olympic athletes…but seriously, who came up with this collection of wacky events? These skills they show-off — what are they good
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When is it time to step down as DIYer-in-Chief?

Our times are changing so fast, you can’t count on everyone to agree with common sense old sayings anymore. Like this one: When everyone around you tells you you’re drunk,
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Cool that room that’s a hot-mess, without messing with your central AC system

Sometimes I imagine what it would be like to be a college professor, who had time to think great thoughts, instead of always scrambling to get the next broken toilet
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Living with Tornadoes in a Post-Wizard of Oz World

Those of us living in St Louis have a more nuanced view of tornadoes than those who only know them from the opening scenes of the Wizard of Oz. When St Louisans
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They’ve set-up camp on your lawn, refuse to leave, and chant all night. What now?

These days I’m getting a lot of questions about cicadas. Like, what harm can they do to your home and how to keep them out. Ya know, this only comes
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How old is considered “old” … for a house?

A few days ago, the news ran a story about a study that asked people the age at which they’d consider someone to be “old.” For instance, people in their
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You may need help to get out of your OWN “Stormy” problems

Your humble correspondent has noticed a disturbing trend, and I wonder if it’s just me. Like just this week, I read that Prince Harry and Meghan are creating a Netflix
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Breathe New Life into Your Bathroom: Refreshing Ideas from FIX St. Louis

Transforming your bathroom doesn’t require a massive renovation. With FIX St. Louis, small changes can make a big impact. Here’s how you can refresh your bathroom efficiently and affordably with
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DIY Disaster! 5 Reasons to Hire a Handyman from FIX St. Louis

Tackling home repairs and improvements on your own can seem like a cost-effective option, but it often leads to unexpected complications and results that might not meet your expectations. That’s
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5 Signs It’s Time to Remodel Your Kitchen (And How FIX St. Louis Can Help!)

Remodeling your kitchen can breathe new life into your home’s heart, but how do you know it’s time for an upgrade? Here are five signs that suggest it’s time to
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Enhancing Home Security: Upgrade Your Doors with FIX St Louis

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of well-maintained doors in our homes. Yet, doors play a critical role in not only providing
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Windows Restored: Our Comprehensive Window Repair Services

Windows are the eyes of your home, offering views of the outside world while inviting natural light and fresh air indoors. However, when your windows are in disrepair, they can
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