Articles about Home Improvement and Home Maintenance

How to Set a Budget for Home Renovations

Renovating your home and seeing the amazing transformation that occurs is truly exciting! But there is a chance you can get a little carried away when you’re thinking about what you might like to get done. Remember that no matter whether you’re making a few cosmetic changes yourself, or you’re hiring contractors to build an addition to your current house, having a proper budget is critical. This article will help you set a budget for home renovations. 

Whether a DIY project or hiring professionals, you want to understand your budget from the start.

Obviously, none of us has unlimited money. So it’s vital that we are able to create a sensible budget that allows us to be more comfortable with what we spend. Ruling out unrealistic upgrades before starting makes like a lot less stressful.  

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How To Know When It’s Time To Upgrade Your Windows

If you are starting to notice that your energy bills are getting higher each month, it could be that your windows are not functioning properly. The windows in your home have many functions that go beyond acting as a visual portal to the outside world. Your windows allow sunlight into your home and help keep you protected from the elements and harsh weather but is it time to upgrade your windows?

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Why Should You Consider Major Repairs When Selling Your Property?

Out of 10 property sellers, at least 3 ask themselves if they should do major repairs before selling their homes. You can always market your property as a fixer-upper and sell it “as-is.” But that will limit your buyer pool. Depending on the current condition of your home and what your design plan might be, performing these updates can greatly increase your chance of selling your property quickly.

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There are definitely a lot of questions out there regarding home repairs, so let us dive deeper into this subject matter and answer them along the way. 

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9 Awesome Ideas for Your Lawn and Garden

Your outdoor space is an extension of your home. Whether your yard is a sprawling field of grass or a small plot, it’s a chance to create an outdoor area that’s perfect for your family. Your garden can be a great way to produce your own food. It can also provide an educational experience for your children as they grow. How about some ideas for your lawn and garden that will take your outdoor space to the next level?

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3 Ways To Stay On Top Of Home Maintenance

When my parents put their home of thirty years on the market, it became known as a fixer-upper. For a big property in a good area, they received a paltry sum because it required a lot of work for the home to be worth owning. If they had been updating the property and stayed on top of home maintenance, it would have been a different story.

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Making sure your home’s most important features are in top working condition is always the smart choice. See The Benefits Of Cleaning Your Air Conditioning System.
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Home Improvement & Remodeling Ideas That Increase Your Home’s Value

People watch lots of reality TV shows. And to be fair, they show some great ways for people to increase their home’s value. They make it look really easy. In reality, it’s not that simple. So it’s also smart to read articles like this one to find remodeling ideas that increase your home’s value without being impossible to pull off. 

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There are many factors that can affect your home value, which might not be shown on any tv show. For example, market prices often fluctuate unpredictably. Today’s surprising surge may be tomorrow’s predictable loser. 

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3 Home Improvements that Will Help Sell Your Home Faster

Whether you’ve only just decided that you want to sell your property or you’ve already got it on the market, sometimes homes just don’t sell. What do you do? Read on to learn about some projects that will sell your home faster in Phoenix or anywhere in the world.

Outdoor projects, like improving curb appeal, will always help sell your home faster.

A home that is well looked after will almost definitely be more appealing to buyers than one that is run down. Large projects like converting a garage or adding a screened-in porch can help increase the value of your property and make it more appealing, but there are also some small things you can do to make it sell faster. Below are some of the best things you can do to make your home sell faster.

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Backyard Remodeling Projects to do Before Summer

We all look forward to the summertime. Warmer weather, more time with our families, and the endless possibilities for outdoor activities make the season a favorite! As summer is quickly approaching and many of us are still homebound due to COVID-19, it’s a great time to take on any of these backyard remodeling projects! We’ve outlined a few of our favorites, but the possibilities truly are endless. 

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Finding the Right Provider for Basement Waterproofing

Anyone who lives in a Louisville home with a basement can make use of the extra space they have in their home. However, if you want to make use of your basement, you need to ensure that it is properly maintained, looked after, and safe for use. Before you finish the basement, you need to make sure there’s no water coming in from outside. Basement waterproofing is something that should be carried out by a professional.

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If you’re going to finish your basement for a bedroom or family room, you first want to make sure the basement won’t leak. [Image by Addi Gibson]
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DIY Aluminum Window Installation

If you are thinking about installing an aluminum window yourself, make sure to follow the recommended steps so that window will work properly. Window installation is not a job for beginners. Knowledge about woodworking is helpful. Understand the concepts of being square and level. Measure the coarse hole and make sure to use washers. If you’re in doubt about your expertise, please find experts in aluminum joinery near you. 

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3 Quick Ways To Improve the Value of Your Real Estate

When it comes to the value of your real estate, you always want to maximize the numbers. There are always long-term improvements that can be made. But if you’re trying to get a buck fast, then you’re searching for something that you can do immediately. What kind of projects might fit this profile? There are actually several logical things that will improve the value of your real estate easily. 

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Depending on your location, solar panels can not only improve the value of your real estate but can also save you money each and every month.
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How To Budget Your Home Renovation Project

One of the best ways to increase the value of your home is by renovating. Home renovation is also an excellent way to bring life back into your home. Just as long as you are planning to stay put for a little while longer. So, whether you are starting a project before you move in or getting ready to remodel your current space, it is best to understand how to budget your home renovation project before you start.

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