Cold, harsh winter weather has arrived. Home improvement projects may not be at the top of your to-do list, but this is a great time of year to consider potential exterior enhancements. Planning and preparing are importa..Read More
Date published: Sun, 14 Dec 2008 11:10:22 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 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 PSTHome remodeling can improve the value of your home. The most important thing you need to know is the value of your home, and a home remodeling project can increase or decrease your home value. Before you start remodeling..Read More
Date published: Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:16:19 PSTShould I stay or should I go? Inevitably, most homeowners are forced to ask this question at some point in time. The decision to sell their house and move away or to stay in their home and remodel can be very tough indee..Read More
Date published: Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:52:04 PSTHarsh winter weather and inevitable spring storms wreak havoc on roofs, a home's first line of defense against Mother Nature. Snow, driving rain, hail and even exposure to direct sunlight are hard on roofs. The National ..Read More
Date published: Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:43:07 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 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 PSTHalloween is approaching, which means the unofficial beginning of the winter holiday season. Before goblins come calling and the wintry winds hit, now is the time for many northern homeowners to deal with any outstanding..Read More
Date published: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:24:33 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 PST What are some of the typical causes of roof problems? There are different types of roof problems, and it is best to be aware of them so you can avoid shortening the life span of the roof. Some typical roof problems are..Read More
Date published: Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:43:58 PSTEven with the average national value of a home dropping, home ownership is still produces the most return on your investment- with the national average appreciation on a house being somewhere between 5-6% annually. Maint..Read More
Date published: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 10:33:51 PSTAs every homeowner knows, the houses we live in are in constant need of repair. It seems like there's always a squeaky door or dripping faucet crying out for attention. But there's one important part of your house that m..Read More
Date published: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:48:07 PSTGreen was once just a color, but now it's a product, process, philosophy and lifestyle. With so many things going green, it is easy to get confused or misled about what 'green' really means -- especially when it comes to..Read More
Date published: Mon, 26 May 2008 11:13:47 PSTThe green building boom isn't just a new construction phenomenon. Consumers also want their remodeling projects green according to research by the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) Remodelers. The only way to b..Read More
Date published: Thu, 22 May 2008 09:22:55 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) - If you're like most Americans, then your greatest asset is your home. But with recent declines in home values, it may be time to consider options for preserving your home's value. Since the value of your home is ..Read More
Date published: Thu, 01 May 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 PST1. Think of the project as a new diet. Who doesn’t want to lose at least five pounds? This is one way to do it. Between running to stores all day and evening long, meeting with contractors, inspecting the work, searching..Read More
Date published: Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - More and more homes are being built and remodeled with the environment in mind. This green building movement is gaining momentum and options for homeowners continue to increase, making creating a green home easie..Read More
Date published: Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - When it comes to your home's exterior, color is currency. With millions of homes across the country currently on the market, smart homeowners are differentiating their houses and wowing potential buyers with col..Read More
Date published: Wed, 27 Feb 2008 17:34:25 PSTThere are regular rain gutters and then there are copper rain gutters. The difference is beauty and durability. It is hard to beat copper rain gutters, because they look fabulous and they will practically last an entire ..Read More
Date published: Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - One of today's most popular home design features is more natural light, flooding through windows and dramatically flowing through skylights. And as the green building and remodeling movement gains momentum, energ..Read More
Date published: Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:34:25 PST(ARA) - As the nation's housing slump depresses home sales and prices, more owners look for ways to increase their homes' value and attract buyers. One of the best and most popular is remodeling. Owners who remodel often..Read More
Date published: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 17:34:25 PST