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The Happy Home

An inspirational home improvement blog for building and maintaining a lovely dwelling.

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5 Window Buying Mistakes to Avoid

Mark Watson, August 25
For some, windows can be an afterthought -- but they shouldn't be. Windows are one of the most important exteriorfalse

Common Siding Issues and How to Tackle Them

Mark Watson, July 21
Your home's siding represents not only the look and feel of your home but also its strength and protection. Extendingfalse

What Do Termites Do to Your Home?

Mark Watson, June 23
About 600,000 homes experience termite-related damage every year. But what exactly do termites do to your home?false

DIY Door and Window Trim Painting

Mark Watson, July 8
Don't let your home look old and uncared for. When the paint around your doors and windows becomes dull and dirty, itfalse

6 Projects to Tackle When You're Stuck at Home

Mark Watson, June 17
Are you getting stir-crazy, stuck at home during the quarantine? Take advantage of the extra time by tackling some homefalse

How to Safely Get a Home Renovation During COVID-19

Mark Watson, April 20
COVID-19 doesn't have to disrupt your home renovation plans. While many are staying home and social distancing forfalse

Why Are Flat Roofs Common on Commercial Buildings?

Mark Watson, March 27
Have you ever asked yourself why flat roofs are common on commercial buildings when most roofs on homes are slanted?false

6 Interior Projects to Complete During the Cold Winter

Mark Watson, February 3
Are you one of those homeowners who always wants to be doing something to improve your home? If so, the winter can be afalse

Top 3 Factors to Consider When Choosing Commercial Siding

Mark Watson, January 29
Commercial siding is a great way to improve your commercial building's energy-efficiency, appearance, and durability.false

The Importance of Multi-Family Apartment Chimney Cleaning

Mark Watson, December 11
When was the last time you invested in chimney cleaning for your multi-family apartments? If you're not cleaning yourfalse