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Commercial Building Remodeling Ideas that Can Increase Value

It is always important for a business to stay up-to-date with its practices, but it is also important for the buildings that house businesses to stay up-to-date.  A building is the first in-person representation of a business.  What a building looks like on the outside gives a potential client an impression of what things will be like with the business inside. We are going to give you some remodeling ideas that can increase the value of your commercial properties.

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Your lobby is very important for setting the mood of your business at the start of your customer experience.
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How to Keep Your Roof in Good Condition

When it comes to looking after your home and making sure that it is properly maintained, the roof is one of the most important elements. Many people ignore their roofs and this can be problematic when something goes wrong. A full roof replacement is certainly more expensive than repairs. Learn the ways to keep your roof in good condition and you can avoid these potential costs. Read on to see these tips!

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Roofs can last anywhere from 10 years to more than 50 so it’s important to monitor your home’s first defense.
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Selecting the Right Hot Tub for Your Home

No matter the time of year, people are always looking for fun or relaxing things to do. Outdoor activity isn’t only for summer. One popular activity is enjoying an outdoor spa or hot tub. But some find selecting the right hot tub a difficult process. That’s what this article is meant to help!

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Common Roofing Mistakes You Should Avoid

A roof is the first layer of security from what nature can do. Roofs deteriorate over time due to rainfall, cold, heat, heavy winds, and storms. Repairs and replacements are necessary to ensure that your home is protected. This piece highlights six common roofing mistakes that DIYers or poor contractors might make.

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Kitchen Countertops 101: Which Is Right for You?

The kitchen is the center of the home. It is the part of the house where designers and homeowners take time deciding how they should build it. Cabinets take up the most space but countertops are often the most noticed feature of the kitchen. When it comes to the preparation of food and cooking, read this kitchen countertops 101 to learn which might be best for you and your home. 

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5 Ways to Increase Storage Space at Home

As people move through life, they tend to acquire more and more stuff. We call this “clutter.” While it can be a comforting and cathartic activity to have a good clear-out, you may as well make the most of the space that you currently have. There are many ways to increase storage space and they also increase the value of your home. But here we will look at a few general ideas to give you more breathing room.

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Storage shelves can serve double duty—hold useful objects and also as a space divider.
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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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Reasons Why Now Is a Great Time to Invest in Real Estate

The year 2020 has been a roller coaster ride for the entire world. That’s putting it mildly. With the pandemic fears and harsh restrictions crippling the ordinary course of life, people are confused and baffled regarding how to go about things. With that in mind, what would you say if I told you, “Now is a great time to invest in real estate”?

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Think about it, business is down. Profits are lower across most markets. This has resulted in an increased number of people getting laid off. For example, as a result of the ban on air travel during the pandemic, numerous workers were sacked by various commercial airlines. These are times when economic activity is at a dangerous low, generating severe consequences for the public at large.

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7 Hottest Interior Design Projects of the Year

Every year, the interior design world awards the best products and innovations that change the way we look at our living space. Here’s a quick look at the spaces and the interior design projects that really got the attention of designers this year.

1: SOHO 3Q by Ippolito Fleitz Group

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Coworking spaces have sprouted in cities over the last few years. The latest, most awe-inspiring one is the SOHO 3Q in China which was designed with millennials in mind.

It’s five levels consist of amenities that workers need such as workstations, conference rooms, and canteens. It also has a variety of seating options to suit different purposes whether it’s for working or recharging.

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What to Look for During a Home Inspection

When buying a new house, you should always have a professional inspect it. Unless you’re an expert and have purchased many properties, this is a hard and fast rule. But if you’re not then you hire a home inspector. Once you get your inspection report, this article covers the most important things so that you know what to look for during a home inspection. You may also like to read about what inspectors aren’t likely to tell you.

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Can you tell if this home’s roof has problems?

Home inspectors know a great deal. But most are not experts in any given area. Their job is to highlight obvious problems and encourage you to seek further advice from specialists for suspicious parts of the house.

What follows are the most important parts of the house when it comes to expensive repairs. Pay special attention to these when reviewing the inspection report.

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Moving Disasters: 7 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make!

Whether it’s a box bursting open, the exhaustion that seems inevitable, or an injury, you may have already experienced some of the downfalls of moving with previous relocations. However, just because you’ve had a less-than-ideal experience in the past, read on to learn how to avoid any moving disasters in your future! 

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Avoid these seven moving disasters to get your next move off on the right foot. 

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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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