May 31, 2011
- Yard Maintenance: Fixing Bare Spots
Home improvement expert Danny Lipford shows you three different solutions for fixing small dead spots of grass in your yard.
We hope you have a nice lawn and don't need to patch things up, but if you do, hopefully this tip will help.
May 21, 2011
- Top 10 Remodeling Tips
1. Compare The Cost Of Moving To Remodeling. Moving is expensive, typically involving a 6 to 7% commission on the sale of your current home, plus another 2-4% for closing, moving, and other costs. If you like the present neighborhood then look into what improvements you could make with 8-10% of your home's current value [...]
May 12, 2011
- How to Insulate an Attic
To insulate an attic properly, you must calculate the square footage you need to cover and evaluate the thickness of any existing insulation to determine what R-value the new insulation must possess. Get the full details in this free video on simple home solutions.
If you have questions about this video, or any other story you [...]
April 30, 2011
- Plastic Roofing for Your Home
Watch this video to find out the advantages of plastic synthetic roofing for your home.
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April 26, 2011
- 4 Common Remodeling Mistakes
Anyone tackling a major project wants his home to look and work better — and to get a reasonable return on investment. But renovations are packed with so much stress and emotion that it's easy to go wrong.
Here's how to keep from falling into four common remodeling traps:
1. Being a Slave to Fashion
The more up-to-the-minute [...]
April 11, 2011
- As Remodeling Rebounds, Caveats for the Homeowner
One part of the housing market experiencing a rebound that will probably continue even if the rest of the market remains sluggish is remodeling.
A recent report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University predicted that remodeling would rebound strongly this year after a three-year downturn. Annual growth in remodeling is expected to [...]
April 5, 2011
- Laminate and Vinyl Flooring
Do-it-Yourself friendly products made from plastic are easy to install, durable, quiet, and soft underfoot. Home Improvement expert Danny Lipford explains…
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March 23, 2011
- 3 Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home
In many areas of the country, Spring has sprung, and with the warmer weather outside comes a desire (and a need) to do some things around your home that may have taken a beating while keeping you warm through the winter.
Protect Against Germs
Germ Warfare: Replace your air filter! Taking in all your exhaled germs, pet-hair, [...]
March 14, 2011
- Residential Remodeling Continues to Grow
Even as home values continue to drop, homeowners continue to improve their homes. Yet one more piece of data seems to suggest that homeowners are becoming more optimistic about the future.
The Residential BuildFax Remodeling Index, a residential building and permitting database tracking 4,000+ cities and counties throughout the country, rose 18% year-over-year in 2010. [...]
February 27, 2011
- Now is the Perfect Time for Home Improvement
Real estate experts say now may be a better time than ever to invest in a home improvement or home remodel project to help boost your home value.
According to Remodeling magazine, at the height of the real estate bubble, homeowners could expect to recoup 87 percent of their home improvement costs [...]
December 21, 2010
- Adding a Pool to Your Home
This time of year is not the time most people are thinking or planning to add a pool to their home, but contrary to popular belief, now is probably the best time to add a pool since pool companies are usually slowest this time of year and are more likely to give you a better [...]
October 30, 2010
- Kitchen Remodeling: Things To Consider
Remodeling your kitchen can add considerable value to your home, but a kitchen remodel job is going to basically turn your eating habits into a challenge, at best.
To start, you need to consider your time. You will need to be a little bit hands on when you undertake a kitchen remodel. You will have to [...]
September 4, 2010
- 4 Things to Consider Before You Remodel
Home remodeling is on the rise. And no wonder. Owners having trouble selling their homes in this sluggish real estate market want to give them as much buyer appeal as they can afford.
Others are deciding if they can't move, they might as well make the most of the house they may be calling home for [...]
August 23, 2010
- Choosing the Perfect Outdoor Living Space
Decks and patios not only provide a space for outdoor entertaining, they can also increase your home’s curb or external appeal. But before you start construction, spend some time thinking about what you're looking for in an outdoor space. The wrong deck or patio can become unused space and an eyesore. The good news is, [...]
August 14, 2010
- Designing a Eco-Friendly Kitchen
Thinking of remodeling your kitchen? Many remodelers are going green. Here are some ideas you might want to consider for your eco-friendly kitchen.
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July 20, 2010
- Home Improvements: Projects To Help Raise Property Values
Home Improvements: Projects To Help Raise Property Values
Some improvements you make in your home add value, others simply add enjoyment value. Here are a few projects that will help raise the actual appraised value of your home when the time comes to sell.
Replace outdated kitchen appliances with new ones – Many real estate professionals believe [...]
June 11, 2010
- 7 Home Improvements NOT to Make
7 Home Improvements NOT to Make
Many homeowners buy a home with renovations in mind. Before you start knocking down walls, make sure you are aware of the renovation’s return on investment. Every situation is different, but here are 7 renovations that may not pay you back when it’s time to sell:Home Office Remodel – According [...]
May 10, 2010
- Homeowners Spending More on Home Improvements
Homeowners Spending More on Home Improvements
Home improvement projects are starting to make a comeback after frugal consumers pulled the plug on remodeling and renovation work during the downturn.
With the economy showing signs of stabilizing and retailers and contractors continuing to offer good deals, homeowners are sprucing up their homes’ appearance and value by repainting their [...]
March 31, 2010
- Keep Your Home Lead-Safe
Keep Your Home Lead-Safe
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is making homeowners aware of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) regulations that will take effect April 22, 2010, requiring remodelers working in homes built before 1978 to follow practices designed to minimize the exposure of residents to lead [...]
March 4, 2010
- Ways to Save on Home Remodeling
Ways to Save on Home Remodeling
Here are some simple tips to help you save money when remodelng your home.Have any other interesting ways to save money on home remodeling costs? Share them with our readers by leaving us a comment below. We'd love to hear your ideas.
