Louisville Remodeling vs. Louisville Redesigning: It’s All in the Planning
Homeowners tossing around ideas on whether to remodel or redesign their homes are in a great position to weigh the pros and cons.
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Trends in Louisville Kitchen Design
It’s fun to follow the trends. Some are breakthrough concepts that are completely new and take the world by storm. Others are cyclical, in the sense that, they used to be “in” but fell out of favor and then returned to the current “it” style.
Green Siding Options for Your Home
If you are going to reside in your home, or if you are looking for a contractor to do the work, you might consider looking into a type of siding that is good for the environment, or at least better for it than most siding.
Smart House Technology Now Affordable to the Masses
I’m sure there are many of you who thought we’d all have homes like The Jetsons by 2012. Am I right? Automatically open/close doors, conveyor belt indoor sidewalks, food dispensers that could whip up almost anything in mere seconds… well, the dream is still alive.
The Latest in Home Security From ADT
Advancements in technology continue to be the driving force behind new changes in home security. To completely protect your home today, there are many new options, like mobile products designed to provide more comprehensive home coverage than ever before. One well-known security company is ADT. They offer a complete suite of packages revolving around new devices and technologies that provide peace of mind about your home.
(more…)Top Louisville Remodeling Projects for Return on Investment
Even while signs of a real estate recovery are rising up across the nation, we're still a ways off from the high watermark of 2005 when Louisville saw 33% more…
Top 5 Finishing a Basement Ideas
As of this writing, there are 6,326 active listings for Single-Family Homes in Louisville, according to our MLS. Of those, 3,717 (58%) have basements. If your home currently has an unfinished basement, I’m sure you’ve thought about the prospect of finishing it and adding to your home’s usable space, right?
Louisville Home Improvements That Net the Most Money
Updating highly visible aspects of your home to improve first impressions are some of the highest bang for your buck Louisville home improvements. | Photo: Tre Pryor Recently the National…
Why DIY Projects Can Be Dangerous
Be sure to take extreme caution and use the proper equipment when dealing with asbestos. As mentioned in a previous post, asbestos was commonly used in building materials throughout the…
Does Solar Energy for Your Louisville Home Make Sense?
Despite powerful incentives like historically low mortgage interest rates, a surplus of home inventory, and bargain home prices, the Louisville real estate market remains sluggish. Without a great push in these final three months, there will be fewer homes sold in 2011 than there were in 2010.
Home Improvements To Avoid When Selling Your Louisville Home
A basic concept in marketing anything is having an item appeal to the most amount of people possible. This concept also applies to selling your Louisville home. The more appealing it is to the market as a whole, the faster it will sell.
Tax Credits Still Exist for Certain Louisville Home Improvement Projects
Nobody likes taxes. Well, almost nobody… there is this loopy bird who wants Obama to raise his taxes. But for the remaining 99.999% of us, lower taxes is a good thing. If tax credits still exist for certain projects, which ones are they? No fear, let’s check them out!
Maximizing Your Home HVAC, Tips From a Pro
I had a chance to sit down and chat with Rob Benefiel, owner of Certified Comfort to learn more about his company and gain some insight into the best ways to make sure that your Louisville home is cool in the Summer and warm in the Winter.
Quick Updates with Bathroom and Kitchen Fixtures Make Big Impact
If you’re thinking about a quick and inexpensive way to update your home, consider kitchen and bath fixtures. Whether you’re selling or remodeling, take a look at your cabinetry hardware. Is it worn or outdated? Consider new satin or polished nickel or oil-rubbed bronze finishes. Simple, sleek contemporary or trans-modern styles are popular at Willis Klein Showrooms in St. Matthews, says Director of Marketing Rebecca Johnson.
A Walk in the Woods
Love the warmth and beauty of wood flooring but not sure where to start. Here are a few tips! As you’re shopping, keep in mind your budget and how long you plan on staying in the home.
