Fall is a great time for DIY projects. Once the weather cools from the summer highs, you can tackle outdoor projects that are labor intensive or heavy lifters without the sweat. It’s also a great time to take on projects that will insulate your home against the coming winter frost. Insulating your attic isn’t sweat […]
Deciding on the Right DIY Projects
September 16, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Maybe you were a contractor in a previous life or maybe you want to learn to do more challenging home improvement DIY projects.
Home Repairs You Shouldn’t Tackle Yourself
September 12, 2017 by
Many homeowners try to reduce these expenses by tackling some home repairs projects on their own. While this seems like a good idea at the forefront
Do My Gutters need Cleaning or Replacing
August 22, 2017 by
Are you having problems with a flooded basement? Maybe it’s because you didn’t clean your gutters. Keeping the rain gutters on your roof cleaned out prevents a lot of seemingly unrelated problems that homeowners seldom think about.
How Often Do You Change or Update Your Hot Water Tank
August 17, 2017 by
As with many home maintenance timelines, the answer to the question to how often do you change or update your hot water tank? Is it depends. It depends on the quality of tank you have
Surging prices and low inventories drive increased spending on home renovations
July 27, 2017 by
The combination of low inventories of homes for sale, and surging home prices is causing American homeowners to spend record amounts on home remodeling this year
Wise and Not So Wise Refinancing Choices
June 19, 2017 by
With homes steadily and rapidly appreciating for several years, refinancing is alive, well, and regularly making news. A blast form the past – cash-out refinancing peaked in 2006, when homeowners cashed out $320.5 billion
Shocking Renovations: 4 Remodel Jobs You Should Leave to the Professionals
June 9, 2017 by
At some point, practically every homeowner is going to consider carrying out at least a few renovations. While you should be able to handle most basic projects
Houzz launches new trade program providing big discounts to home remodeling professionals
June 7, 2017 by
Houzz Inc. is launching a new trade program that allows industry professionals the chance to profit by purchasing and recommending products from its Houzz Marketplace.
Zillow’s new paint color analysis shows blue bathrooms are the way to go
June 3, 2017 by
According to a Zillow analysis, homes with walls painted in shades of blue or light gray may sell for as much as a $5,400 premium.
