Jeana Harris
Expertise
Real Estate, DIY Remodeling, Gardening & Homesteading
- For more than five years, Jeana has written extensively about Central Indiana's hottest real estate on a monthly basis.
- Jeana is well-versed in working on home projects within a tight budget, becoming an expert at scouring the Internet for DIY solutions to various weekend projects.
- She bought an 1830s "fixer-upper" and has done nearly all the work. This is her second fixer-upper property in the last decade, so she is extremely familiar with the ins and outs of old home renovations and the unique set of challenges they bring. She has worked through just about all of them.
Experience
Jeana has worked as a freelance writer for the last five years, with a specific focus on hot real estate and all things home. She is a contributing editor for Indianapolis Monthly Magazine and writes the 'Realty Check' feature each month. Jeana has toured some of Indy's most jaw-dropping properties to tell their stories in the 'Home of the Month' feature. She's an expert in weekend home improvement projects and DIY successes (with a few DIY disasters, too). If there's a trick or home hack, she's probably tried it, and she's always on the hunt for more. Living in the country on several acres, she's a devoted gardener and loves experimenting with new plants, landscaping trends, and homesteading projects.
Education
Jeana double-majored in English and creative writing at Purdue University, where she was awarded the honor of Most Outstanding Senior in the Creative Writing Department.
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Stories By Jeana Harris
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Everyone loves birds visiting their yard, but if you install a bird bath, you need to keep it clean. Here are some tricks that'll keep your bird bath spotless.
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Who knew Alka-Seltzer could come in handy for more than just banishing an upset stomach or headache? Here's how to use the medicine to clean your kitchen.
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Whether you're trying to live a more zero-waste lifestyle or you simply want to keep your dryer in top form, you can reuse dryer lint for a number of tasks.
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Cleaning large and bulky items clean can be tedious. However, there are a few things in your house that can be much easier to clean with your garden hose.
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There are common mistakes everyone makes when cleaning their hummingbird feeders. Find out how to avoid them and keep hummingbirds flocking to your yard.
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We all know cinnamon smells warm and inviting, so why wouldn't you want to use it to freshen up your home? Here's how you can do exactly that.
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Kool-Aid can be used in numerous ways around your home, including cutting through grime, detecting plumbing problems, and even creating art.
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Pruning your tomatoes helps them ward off disease and become more bountiful, but there is a science to how to do it. Here are the mistakes to avoid.
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Daffodils are the quintessential spring flowers, and they tend to be easy to grow. However, there are a few common mistakes people make with daffodils.
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Mums are the quintessential fall flower. But what happens when they die off too soon? Here's how to bring them back to life so they can last through the season.
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Growing pumpkins is a great way to harvest your own iconic fall fruit. However, there are some key mistakes to avoid when planting and caring for the vines.
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When it comes to flooring materials, there's no shortage of options. However, here are a few reasons that hardwood floors are the right pick for your home.
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What if we told you there's an easy way to keep your shower sparkling clean? And the icing on the cake: You only need two common household ingredients.
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Here's everything you need to know about Campanula Bellflower before planting it in your garden. These common garden flowers are great for any beginner.
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Here's what happens when you pour bleach down the garbage disposal. It's safer to clean the kitchen appliance with bleach than you think.
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If you're a hardcore bookworm, you know the struggle that comes with finding enough space to display (and store) all your beloved hardcovers and paperbacks.
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We've rounded up 35 fall mantel ideas that are ridiculously cozy. If they inspire you, light some candles, grab a warm drink, and start decorating now!
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Whether your bedroom needs a small refresh, or you want to overhaul the whole vibe, we've rounded up 25 yellow bedroom designs that will instantly cheer you up.
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Mina Starsiak Hawk and Karen Laine, the team behind "Good Bones," aren't your typical home rehab hosts. Here's where "Good Bones" is filmed.
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Gnats, fruit flies - no matter what you call them, we can all agree that they're gross and downright annoying when they take up residence in your house.
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With tall spikes of densely-packed flowers, lupine flowers are a classic perennial known for adding interest, texture, and a wildflower feel to any garden.
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We at House Digest have rounded up the most stunning flowers so that you can plan and plant a vibrant, captivating shade garden. Here's what they are!
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We rounded up 25 stunning black bathrooms you'll be completely obsessed with -- and maybe they'll inspire you to join the dark side on your next design project.
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If you're seeking towering stalks with prolific blooms that will give your garden a cottage aesthetic, look no further than the hollyhock (alcea rose).
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Whether mushrooms appear after a heavy rain or you're battling them because your yard is shady, there are six ways you can tackle the fungi problem for good.
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Whether they're licensed plumbers who use shady business practices or they never went to plumbing school, there are some major scams to watch for with plumbers.
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There's nothing like the smell of fresh mulch to make a gardener's heart pitter patter with excitement. Why? It signals the beginning of the growing season.