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On the exterior, cinder block walls in a basement touch dirt. Though the cinder is strong, it's also a porous material, meaning that water can seep through, especially during the rainy season. Fixing the problem can be troublesome because a complete fix will require you to excavate the area around the exterior wall.
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A deck allows you to relax and entertain outside, but without proper drainage, it's possible for water to pool underneath. This can create a breeding ground for mosquitoes, mold and bacteria. If you have water standing under your deck after the rain, choose a drainage system that works for you.
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The smell of coolant coming from your refrigerator may concern you. Coolant or refrigerant leaks in refrigerators are rare, though, so inspect your refrigerator to determine if this is really your problem. You're likely to find that it's a much simpler problem.
Read MoreWhen you live in a humid area, moisture can enter your salt shaker, making your salt clump. You're left with a hard clump of salt you cannot get out of the shaker. Once this happens, there's no way to save the salt inside for consumption, but you can get it out and prevent it from happening in the future.
Read MoreIf you've bought a queen-size mattress, but you have a king size bed frame, you don't necessarily have to buy a new bed frame. A king bed frame holds a mattress that is 76 inches wide and 80 inches long. Your queen mattress is only 60 inches wide, but it is also 80 inches long.
Read MoreIf you don't want to plant your vegetables in the ground, you can easily grow vegetables in Rubbermaid containers. These strong plastic containers can make an ideal home for growing vegetables, particularly for people who don't have a large yard. You can place the containers on a balcony or porch.
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