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Research shows that outdoor air quality is getting worse — and not just in areas where wildfires are common. One of the only things we can really control is the air inside our homes, but it’s a hard concern to stay on top of.

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From Texas to Michigan, 3D-printed homes are popping up across the country. The result? Faster, cheaper, and less wasteful houses with plenty of benefits — but also could make homeowners skeptical of the finished product.

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Experts say you should flush your water heater every six to 12 months. But while the costs of an overflowing tank are high, it’s a chore that requires a lot of know-how and effort — or the cash to pay someone else to do it.