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		<title>Article: 40 Tips on how to Save Money on Home Decoration</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Its no secret that times are tough for alot of people right now but that doesn&#8217;t mean we have to sacrifice when it comes to decorating a home.  It just means that we have to re-think how we do it.  Here are the top 5 of a list of 40 tips on how to save [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips on Hiring a Contractor</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking to hire a contractor but not sure how to find a good one through all the bad ones? If you watch any home improvement shows you most likely have heard many horror stories about bad contractors.  The key to making sure this does not happen to your is to do your homework before hiring [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Short Guide to Rain Barrels</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Here in the state of Washington rain is something we rarely have a shortage of. Even during the hot summer months we often will get some rain at least once every two weeks or so. With this excellent natural resource it is almost silly that we still rely on tap water to irrigate our yards. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.fencespecialists.com/blog/backyard-ideas/a-short-guide-to-rain-barrels/</link>
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		<title>How to Improve the Exterior of your Home</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Are you looking to improve the look of your home&#8217;s exterior but don&#8217;t have the money to spend on a contractor?  Consider these five simple steps that you can do yourself to add to the curb appeal of your property. 1)Wash/Clean the Exterior: This is perhaps one of the most affordable and important things to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fencing an Athletic Field or Court</title>
		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to building fences for sporting applications there is a different standard in durability and function than regular fences.  If you are looking for a contractor to install an athletic fence here are a few things to consider before moving forward. What will be the main function of the fence?  Are you going [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Give your Home a New Look with a Fence</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a quick and easy way to improve your property&#8217;s value? Look no further than a professional fence installation by Fence Specialists. When a fence is properly installed it can make a world of difference on a property and give a home an entirely new feel. Not just any type of fence can do [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Blocking Road Noise with Trees and Shrubs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Many people choose to add a fence to a property is to increase privacy in a yard or to block street/road noise. Depending on your property this may or may not completely work. If you are trying to block out road noise but your home sits on a hill above the road chances are good [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Vinyl Fence Advantages and Disadvantages</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Vinyl fencing has become a very popular substitute for wood and chain link fence over the recent years.  Vinyl possess different properties than traditional fencing solutions and it is good to examine these in detail before deciding whether or not vinyl fencing is the right product for you. Should you find yourself considering Vinyl as a fencing solution be sure to do some research on the fence and ask the tough questions before making a decision.]]></description>
		<link>http://www.fencespecialists.com/blog/fencing-tips/vinyl-fence-advantages-and-disadvantages/</link>
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		<title>Upcoming Article in The Country Life</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Featured in Living The Country Life]]></description>
		<link>http://www.fencespecialists.com/blog/general/upcoming-article-in-the-country-life/</link>
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		<title>Make Sure you have the Right Permits</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The line between needing a construction permit and not needing one can sometimes be pretty blurry.  If you neglect to do your research you can find yourself in sticky situation should the authorities find out or when it comes time to sell your home.  Even the smallest of remodels require permits as well as things that have nothing to do with building like removal of large trees.  ]]></description>
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