https://melaniedawn.journoportfolio.comRSS Feed for Melanie DawnenMon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2208581/old-newspaper-magazines-could-be-valuable/It's not uncommon to hold onto articles and magazine columns about special events or dates you're interested in. Maybe your parents or grandparents even have memorabilia collecting dust in the attic, capturing a moment in time. If you enjoy filing these pages away, there's a good chance you have stacks of newspapers and print media lying around from yesteryear in hopes that they would be worth something someday. Whether it's a bold front-page headline or a glossy cover of a local championship sp...Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2208581/old-newspaper-magazines-could-be-valuable/https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ca/resources/running-a-business/field-service-management-apps/With ServiceBridge , you can locate the fastest routes to jobs to help your employees save gas and time. The app lets you get electronic signatures and allows workers to attach pictures to files. You can also email entire files and required documents to your customers from a tablet or smartphone. The goal behind all field service management apps is to save you both time and money. This type of technology reduces idle time on the job and provides full access to files and documents to increase cus...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://quickbooks.intuit.com/ca/resources/running-a-business/field-service-management-apps/https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/water-pump-replacement-costHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/water-pump-replacement-costhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/locksmith-servicesHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/locksmith-serviceshttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/pool-liner-replacementHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/pool-liner-replacementhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/ring-doorbell-installationHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/ring-doorbell-installationhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/build-wet-barHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/build-wet-barhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/thermostat-reading-wrong-tempHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/thermostat-reading-wrong-temphttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/bathtub-replacementHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/bathtub-replacementhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/sunroom-installationHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/sunroom-installationhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/drop-ceiling-installationHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/cost-guide/drop-ceiling-installationhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/plumbing-system-maintenance-tipsHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/plumbing-system-maintenance-tipshttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/refrigerator-compressor-replacementHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/refrigerator-compressor-replacementhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/pros-and-cons-of-well-waterHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/pros-and-cons-of-well-waterhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/home-insurance-solar-panelsHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/home-insurance-solar-panelshttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/switching-from-septic-to-sewerHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/switching-from-septic-to-sewerhttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/refrigerator-sweatingHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/refrigerator-sweatinghttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/smart-electrical-panelsHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/smart-electrical-panelshttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/how-to/protect-your-mountain-homeHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/how-to/protect-your-mountain-homehttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/septic-tank-alternativesHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/septic-tank-alternativeshttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/buying-guide/laundry-room-home-valueHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/buying-guide/laundry-room-home-valuehttps://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/can-a-house-have-too-much-insulationHomeserve's Blog is your source for home maintenance and repair tips, information and news for educational and entertainment purposes only. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for a competent advice from a licensed professional in your state, reviewing your issue. Systems, equipment, issues and circumstances vary. Follow all your manufacturer safety precautions. The opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the bloggers and other third party content providers do not necessarily refle...Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.homeserve.com/en-us/blog/home-improvement/can-a-house-have-too-much-insulationhttps://www.hunker.com/2205053/cheaper-granite-quartz-countertop-alternative-recycled-aluminum/Let's be real. When you're dreaming of new kitchen countertops, quartz and granite are often the first materials that come to mind. They tend to be top choices due to durability and beauty. But, for those looking for an eco-friendly alternative, there is another option to consider. Countertops, particularly your kitchen countertops, serve as a work area for all types of activities, from enjoying a quiet cup of coffee to hosting a lively dinner party with your work buddies. Because of this, you w...Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2205053/cheaper-granite-quartz-countertop-alternative-recycled-aluminum/https://www.hunker.com/2207193/cover-sliding-glass-doors-cornice-drapes-vertical-blinds-alternative/We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Sliding patio doors serve a valuable purpose in many rooms throughout the home. They let in abundant amounts of light, provide a clear view of the outdoors, and offer easy access in and out. They can also make a room feel open and airy. Even though sliding doors add value, there are plenty of times when you may want to cover them for privacy or to block some of the sun's heat. Most of us spend countless hours onli...Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2207193/cover-sliding-glass-doors-cornice-drapes-vertical-blinds-alternative/https://www.hunker.com/2199809/help-keep-ticks-out-diy-spray-essential-oils-heartwood-of-yellow-cedar/From April to August, when the days get longer and temperatures warm up, it's natural to want to spend more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine. However, with warm weather comes ticks, and no one wants to invite ticks to the party. While ticks can be found almost any time of the year, they tend to be most active during spring and summer. During that time, many homeowners chose to spray their yards with acaricides, pesticides that target ticks, but there are safer alternatives.  Acaricides are ch...Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2199809/help-keep-ticks-out-diy-spray-essential-oils-heartwood-of-yellow-cedar/https://www.hunker.com/2202697/upside-down-ball-mason-jar-worth-hundreds/Mason jars are the perfect collectible for new and seasoned thrifters alike. They come in an array of sizes and colors, and look gorgeous when you line them up on your windowsill with fresh-cut flowers, or place them on a shelf filled with pantry essentials. You can even transform old Mason jars into beautiful bathroom countertop décor and storage. While they offer a practical way to hold on to an iconic piece of American history, some of these canning jars are more valuable than others. Mason c...Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2202697/upside-down-ball-mason-jar-worth-hundreds/https://www.hunker.com/2199684/thrifted-fix-vintage-card-catalog-home-office-storage-furniture/Welcome back to The Thrifted Fix, a weekly column where our writers turn thrift store finds into the ultimate solutions for everyday home problems. Let's be honest — we all have that one junk drawer tucked away somewhere in the home (or several like me) that seems like an endless black hole for lip balm, nail clippers, and the occasional rogue rubber band. If you're looking for a simple paperclip, you spend a good 10 minutes digging through papers, pens, receipts, and sunglasses. This can be cha...Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2199684/thrifted-fix-vintage-card-catalog-home-office-storage-furniture/https://www.hunker.com/2200925/weed-resistant-landscaping-gravel-alternative-pine-bark/If you're looking for a way to add curb appeal to your flower beds while keeping maintenance to a minimum, pine bark mulch is easily one of the best choices available today. Many homeowners prefer landscaping with gravel, but it can create more problems than it solves by trapping heat and offering no biological value (it doesn't decompose or contribute nutrients). On the other hand, pine bark provides a clean appearance while benefiting your plants. It's the perfect addition for those looking fo...Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2200925/weed-resistant-landscaping-gravel-alternative-pine-bark/https://www.hunker.com/2199793/vintage-dishware-brand-thrift-store-find-gibson-applejack/Vintage Pyrex is almost always the holy grail when it comes to thrifting dinnerware, but there's a whole world of underrated dish patterns out there. In particular, the Gibson Applejack line is worth taking a look at it, featuring sweet goose prints. Gibson Homewares was founded in 1979 in Los Angeles, California. Historically, the company's dishes were mass-produced overseas, but they still tend to be incredibly durable (hence their longevity) and highly collectible among thrifters. If you spen...Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2199793/vintage-dishware-brand-thrift-store-find-gibson-applejack/https://www.hunker.com/2196381/best-things-store-toilet-paper-not-baskets-shelves/By Melanie Dawn June 20, 2026 2:30 pm EST triocean/Shutterstock...Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.hunker.com/2196381/best-things-store-toilet-paper-not-baskets-shelves/