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…seeding. If you want lots of nice green grass then always add grass seed in late August (in northern regions) and early fall (farther…
…new seedlings. Over seeding is easy. Just throw on some grass seed about Labor Day or later if you don't get around to it…

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…spring, rake the lawn. Rough up bare or thin spots and add grass seed. Sprinkle them with a little special starter fertilizer…
…cool of spring and fall, so twice a year regularly apply grass seed at the start of each growing season to replace all the little…

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…window screens with storm windows. Watch a DIY video on storm window installation. Examine wooden window frames for signs of rot or decay. Repair or replace framing to maintain structural integrity. Check for drafts around windows and doors. Caulk…

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…in the way. How much prep-work? Examine your house for potential problems that may require extensive prep work. Wood rot, mildew, severe peeling or alligatoring are typical siding problems, says Seitz. Cracked window panes, crumbling glaze and…

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…treatment system to protect against termites and rot. The boards are coated with a moisture…
…resistant to harsh weather, insects, and rot. CertainTeed and Cemplank back their products…
…fiber cement siding can lead to mold and rot in the sheathing or structural supports…

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…the inorganic such as fabric, plastic or gravel. When using mulch, keep it away from plant stems and tree trunks to prevent rot. 4. Be water smart. With water, there is often too little or too much. Give your yard only what it needs. Rain Bird…

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…Powers stored all of her belongings and moved into the garage. It s never wonderful with reconstruction, she says. We found rot when we took the roof off, so we had to replace walls and windows, too, she explains. We were also able to re-duct, rewire…

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