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Cabin Maintenance

Keeping up with a cabin, especially if it's a second home, can feel overwhelming. We provide the best tips and advice on maintaining the cabin so there are less undiscovered surprises that pop up.

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How to Use Garden Herbs Inside Your Home
Landscapes can be more than a pretty face. Put your garden to work around the house.
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The Essentials of Solar Energy and Overcoming Hurdles
Here's a look at how solar energy can transform cabin living, along with strategies to navigate the challenges.
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How to Handle a Pest Infestation in Your Cabin
Recognizing common pests, understanding how to manage them and knowing preventive measures can significantly improve your cabin e…
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Cold-Weather Comforts: Transforming Your Winter Cabin Experience
Here are a few comforts you need in your cabin to ensure your winter retreat is as warm and welcoming as you deserve, before the …
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How Cabin Owners Can Tap into Regional Networks to Find the Best Renovation Professionals
Finding the right professionals who are skilled in general renovation and have experience with cabins is essential.
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Balancing Compassion and Legal Action When Evicting Squatters from Your Cabin
While the immediate reaction might be to take swift legal action to reclaim your property, it’s important to approach the situati…
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Essential Tips for Preserving and Maintaining Your Log Cabin
Whether you’ve lived in a log home for years or are considering the investment, these tips will ensure that your property withsta…
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The Hidden Costs of DIY Cabin Renovations
Understanding these hidden costs can help you make informed decisions and ensure your cabin renovation project is both successful…
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Protecting Your Cabin Against Moisture and Mold
Mold and mildew are silent menaces, intruding unseen onto your property; and if left untreated, they can cause severe property da…
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Finding and Transforming Your Perfect Fixer-Upper Cabin
With a mindful and organized approach, you can get a beautiful cabin that serves your family for years to come.
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Emergency Cabin Repairs You Should Know How to Fix
While you may not have a contractor’s license, some basic DIY tips can save you considerable money by preventing minor problems f…
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Ways to Create a Cozy Oasis for Summer
There are several steps you can take to turn your regular home into a coveted oasis.
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Climate Change Resilience for Cabin Owners
What should you know and how can you make relevant changes?
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How to Utilize Your Cabin More Throughout the Year
Whether you’re thinking about a countryside retreat or year-round enjoyment of your property, here are some tips to reshape your …
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Cabin Renovations: Transforming Your Rustic Getaway
The good news is that there are many budget-friendly ways to renovate and upgrade your cabin with a fresh coat of paint, lighting…
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How Often Should You Check In on Your Cabin?
This guide will help you determine how often you should check in on your cabin throughout the year to ensure it stays in good con…
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Working With Trees: Managing a Relationship with a Cabin Forest
Living in partnership with trees can be a startling lesson in the power of nature, and the cost of cabin ownership.
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Safety and Security While at the Cabin
From setting up a security system to staying safe around animals, there’s a lot you can do to guard your cabin, and these tips pr…
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How to Maintain Your Cabin Over the Winter Months
Here’s how you can maintain your cabin over the winter months, whether you’re staying there full-time or leaving it until next sp…
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3 Tips for Prepping Your Cabin for Harsh Winter Weather
There are a few things you can do to prepare your cabin for harsh winter weather so you can continue to stay safe and warm while …
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Choosing the Best Option to Heat Your Cabin
Check out the five most popular cabin heating systems and see which option is best for your personal needs.
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What to Consider Before Preparing Your Cabin for Fall
Here are five tips to prepare your cabin for fall, whether you plan to stay in or rent it out for the season.
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Compact Gardening: Maximizing Space in Your Cabin Yard
With the right approach, you can transform even the tiniest of yards into a flourishing green retreat.
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Considering Using Your Cabin as an Airbnb? Read This First
This guide will help you navigate the risks and keep your property safe if you decide to make it an Airbnb destination.
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4 Ideas to Help You Go Green (& Save Green) With Your Cabin
Any budget and lifestyle have options and aspirations, so it’s time to explore what you might want to achieve when renovating you…
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How to Protect and Care for Your Wood Cabin
Responsible owners should master these exterior and interior tips to protect and care for their cabins.
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Cabin Restoration: A Fun Project Or In Too Deep?
Here are the steps you’ll likely need to take to achieve your goal or determine if you’re in over your head.
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Get Growing with Greenhouses
Backyard greenhouses give you a jump-start on your fruits, veggies and flowers, as well as extend your growing season long afte…

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