Tag: Home Improvement

Posted on 06/19/2024

Budget basics: Remodeling house costs

If you’re planning a home renovation, the first thing...

Costs

Budget

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Posted on 07/05/2023

Renovation: Easy Cleaning Tips for Keeping Your Sanity During Home Construction

When it's time to begin a major home improvement project — such as a complete kitchen renovation or an upstairs addition — you may end up living in a construction zone for the next several weeks or months. Fortunately, there are solutions out there that can help. These tips will help you live in your space even if...

Construction

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Posted on 12/14/2022

How home improvements can add to the value of your property

The best renovations and home improvement projects...

Outdoor Living

Home Improvement

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Posted on 06/22/2022

DIY: How to Build a Decorative Barn Door

This may sound counterintuitive, but some of the most eye-catching barn-style accent doors rank among the easiest DIY home improvement projects. And a few insider tips might help push the project along. For example, people who do not work in the construction trades rarely realize that many 10-inch wide boards run closer to 9.25 inches. That insider tip...

Accent Decor

Accent Door

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Posted on 04/14/2021

5 Creative Ways to Hide your AC You Won't Believe

Image by triosolution1 from Pixabay When it comes to hiding an AC, it's vital to maintain proper airflow. But you don't have to block airflow to remove an air conditioner from your line of sight. Check out these five creative ways to hide your AC. A Hanging Garden To make this project easy, pre-made lattice works just fine...

Home Improvement

DIY

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Posted on 01/13/2021

DIY: Removing Old Carpet

Photo by Rodrigo Souza from Pexels Want to reveal that hardwood under your carpet? Or maybe you're ready to lay down new flooring? In either case, carpet removal by a professional adds significant cost to the project. Fortunately, removing carpet is something you can do yourself with minimal cost. It does require a little upper body strength and...

Carpet

Home Improvement

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Posted on 11/25/2020

How To Improve Your HVAC's Energy Efficiency

Photo by Skitterphoto via Pexels Keeping your home comfortable when the weather gets cooler can have a significant impact on your energy bills. In fact, your HVAC system is one of the biggest sources of energy usage in your home. You could end up spending more than you planned to on heating, especially if the weather turns colder...

Home Improvement

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Posted on 10/28/2020

Fireplace Options for Your Home

Image by Breadmaker from Shutterstock A fireplace is a cozy addition for a home that can add aesthetic value as well as warmth to your space. Whether you’re building new, retrofitting, or shopping for the perfect home there are options for most situations. You’ll find many design options as you start to shop but the initial consideration should...

Fireplace

Home Decor

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Posted on 08/05/2020

Luxury Updates For Your Space

Photo by Chauhan Moniz on Unsplash Whether you want to sell or just want to live in a more luxurious environment, understanding some of the key details that make a luxury home what it is can help you make the most of a new purchase or even your current dwelling. High end homes are about more than just...

Luxury

Home Improvement

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Posted on 03/18/2020

Increase Living Space with Bench Footing

Photo by Tierra Mallorca on Unsplash When buying an older home, you might wonder how to get more livable space out of that low-ceiling basement. There are two ways to gain height: raise the foundation or lower the floor. Raising the foundation requires lifting the entire home off its current foundation, building a new foundation, and resettling the...

Home Improvement

House Renovation

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Posted on 12/11/2019

Save Money on Home Improvements

To maximize the value of your house, you may need to perform a wide range of home improvements. Fortunately, there are many quick, easy ways to ensure you won't have to break your budget to upgrade your residence before you add it to the real estate market. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you save...

Home Improvement

Selling Your Home