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Recently, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reported that building materials for the average home had increased by 26.1% over the previous 12 months. Accordingly, you are probably already looking at ways to save money on your next remodeling project. Sacrificing quality shouldn’t have to be one of them, which is why we are …
Water damage and frozen pipes result in an estimated 15 to 20 billion dollars in insurance claims each year. They’re also a hassle that most people would rather avoid dealing with if possible. Fortunately, there are a few ways to prepare your pipes and make it less likely they will freeze over. Here are a …
If you’ve outgrown your current residence, you have two choices: add on or move. A room addition makes perfect sense if you are otherwise happy with your home and its location. However, a successful expansion requires due diligence, and here are a few things you must consider first. What Permits Are Needed? It can …
According to the National Association of Realtors, good curb appeal can increase your home’s selling price by around 7%. Exterior paint plays a huge role in how attractive your house looks from the street. But aside from obvious signs like peeling and cracking, it can sometimes be hard to know if your place needs a …
According to Realtor.com, the average home spent only 38 days on the market in March 2022, a decrease of 11 days over the previous year. Indeed, the competition among homebuyers has become incredibly fierce, leaving people feeling pressured to make an offer quickly. However, when buying an older home, don’t sign before checking these five …
After experiencing double-digit increases last year, home prices are expected to rise only a modest 5.7% in 2022. The supply of buyers has lulled, meaning that you can no longer count on the market, automatically increasing your property’s value. A remodeling project is the best way to increase the amount of equity you have in …
When it comes to home remodeling projects, everyone has their own idea about what to expect. Even so, certain myths seem to be common among all homeowners. Maybe you too are harboring misconceptions, which is why we would like to put the following myths to rest. #1. It’s Important to Stick with the Latest Trends …
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Americans spend more time performing meal prep and cleanup than any other household chore. So naturally, it makes sense to have a space you can be proud of. If you are looking to upgrade, you may be wondering if you should replace or refinish your cabinets. Here …
Like almost every homeowner, you probably have a wish list of changes that you’d make so your home could be just right. Often the problem is a feeling of not enough space: “If only my house had a better layout,” or “If only I had more room to store everything!” or “If only I had …
You’ve got mud! We do too, and we’ve also got some advice to help you spruce up your home. Where should you start? If the rain showers that come in the spring also bring more mud into your home, let’s start there. A mudroom! What better time than right now to design a place at …
