There are many ways to save energy and money in your home nowadays and bad economic times usually make people try to think of ways to save money. Cutting down energy costs is a good way to save money while you help impro..Read More
Date published: Tue, 23 Dec 2008 06:41:07 PSTThere's the teen who refuses to turn off her cell phone, the toddler booting the back of your seat and the $5 bucket of popcorn that tastes like it's been around since the silent era. Isn't going to the movies supposed t..Read More
Date published: Sat, 06 Dec 2008 11:22:00 PSTAfter a long, economically challenged year, many homeowners can look forward to one bright spot on the New Year horizon: the expectation of a tax refund to help fund much-needed home fix-ups. It's hard not to want a fash..Read More
Date published: Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:33:27 PSTThe economy may be in the doldrums, but that doesn't mean your decor has to be there too. It's possible to turn dark, dreary and dated decor into light, lively and 'now' on just a shoestring budget. What's the secret to ..Read More
Date published: Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:19:04 PSTHeating and cooling systems account for 56 percent of energy used in a typical home, making it the largest energy expense for most households, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Making smarter decisions about yo..Read More
Date published: Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:03:54 PSTMore and more Americans today are looking at their homes as a place of refuge in a stressful world of challenges and economic instability. Instead of going out to dinner or social events, they're cocooning with their fam..Read More
Date published: Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:31:26 PSTIn Feng Shui, the bathroom is a sanctuary where you nurture yourself. Does your bathroom rejuvenate you in the morning and help you relax and unwind in the evening, or does it create chaos, increase stress and promote te..Read More
Date published: Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:08:09 PSTIt's that time of year again - the weather is getting a bit cooler as the fall and winter seasons begin. The dropping temperatures will inevitably affect energy costs, and as you look at ways to keep your energy bill dow..Read More
Date published: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:40:46 PSTFrom the cars we drive to the clothes we wear and even the way we decorate our homes, today's consumers have embraced green living not as a trend, but as a long-term way of life. According to a recent survey by Informati..Read More
Date published: Sat, 20 Sep 2008 11:55:54 PSTIncreasing costs have become evident in every aspect of our lives. In addition to daily expenses like gas and groceries, home improvement costs are escalating across the nation as well. The cost of construction materials..Read More
Date published: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:31:43 PSTGreat lighting inside and outside a home can enhance the overall appearance and value while making it safer. With the right strategy, you can refresh your home's lighting for less than you think. 'Lighting can dramatical..Read More
Date published: Sat, 13 Sep 2008 10:12:45 PSTAs fuel prices fluctuate and consumers struggle to cope with the rising costs of operating their homes, green-minded homeowners are turning to the sky for solutions. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, all th..Read More
Date published: Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:11:39 PSTIt doesn't matter if you live in a home with a modern kitchen that has all the fancy upgrades, or one that just has a single overhead light in the center of the room. If you're not using the latest generation of energy-e..Read More
Date published: Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:45:36 PSTWith more and more people concerned about the environment, building and decorating green has never been more popular. One of the easiest ways for homeowners to limit their environmental impact is to consider replacing th..Read More
Date published: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:35:26 PSTHome remodeling has become a national pastime, a passion and sometimes an obsession. We all want our homes to look better and feel more comfortable. Home remodeling magazines and television programs are everywhere, and t..Read More
Date published: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:34:49 PSTWith the home's sub-floor down and the exterior walls framed and up, the framing crew was on to the roof. Though the roof was rather simple in structure with just a 12/12 pitch and no valleys it was a significant framing..Read More
Date published: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:36:40 PSTAs Earth Day approaches, remodelers are leading the charge to provide eco-conscious solutions for home remodeling projects, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Faced with mounting scientific..Read More
Date published: Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:41:38 PSTTune in to your average home improvement show and you may get the idea that anyone can do demolition. Think again. Virtually every home remodeling project begins with demolition. Homeowners who do their own demo can sav ..Read More
Date published: Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:00:51 PSTTalk about climate change is in the air and we are all looking for ways to do our part to reduce energy use and pollution. Combating global warming means saving energy and, as energy prices rise, it becomes more and more..Read More
Date published: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:19:57 PSTKermit the Frog once sang, 'It's not easy being green.' When it comes to modern remodeling, however, not only is it easier than ever to go green, environmentally conscious renovations can deliver significant cost, health..Read More
Date published: Tue, 20 May 2008 08:33:52 PSTThe day you've dreaded has finally arrived: your household is bursting at the seams. You need more space, but you're not keen on the idea of entering the real estate market right now. And eco-conscious consumer that you ..Read More
Date published: Fri, 16 May 2008 11:21:41 PSTHome fire sprinkler systems save lives, reduce property damage and cut homeowner insurance premiums. These are facts few people debate. According to the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition, a non-profit educational organizatio..Read More
Date published: Tue, 13 May 2008 10:07:03 PST(ARA) - The green building and remodeling movement puts great emphasis on natural lighting, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. Moving air through our homes and distributing light can be, and usually is, accomplis..Read More
Date published: Wed, 07 May 2008 10:04:07 PST(ARA) - With the slowdown in the real estate market, more people are looking for ways to add value to their homes and make them stand out from the rest. One area that is of high interest to both buyers and home investors..Read More
Date published: Wed, 30 Apr 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - In today's homes, many of which are on small lots with close-by neighbors, privacy is sometimes hard to find without closing the doors and covering the windows. And privacy in bedrooms and bathrooms is not just a..Read More
Date published: Sat, 12 Apr 2008 17:34:25 PST