Category Archives: Home Improvement
Home Improvement Ideas
It’s officially the season for home renovations. But with a professional service to hire and materials to purchase, just getting the project going can greatly affect your budget. Fortunately, you don’t need to hire a team of professionals in order to completely transform your living space. In fact, you can get similar results by taking…
Causes of Leaks in the Basement
The basement is a notoriously cold and damp location in the house. This often makes it useful for little else than to act as a larger closet where old items collect dust. You may even begin to consider leaks there as something of a normality. However, this isn’t the right way to look at the…
Bring It to Life: Ways to Add Personality to a Boring Room
With everybody stuck inside during the current pandemic, we have more time than ever to get some projects done. For some people, it’s finally mastering how to play the piano; for some, it’s getting into more of a gym routine; and for others, it’s tackling those home improvement projects. If you’re in the group of…
4 Things to Consider When Building Your New Home
As exciting as building a house is, it’s easy to get buried in all the details, from creating an effective (and realistic) schedule to remembering all the little things on your wish list. You’re bound to lose yourself a little bit in the process. You need to keep in mind a few key aspects as…
5 Big Tasks on a Home Maintenance Checklist for the Spring
With warm weather now occurring consistently in many places, it’s hard not to think about the ways you can enhance your home. You’ve stocked up on cleaning supplies; the windows are letting in that fresh, clean breeze; and you’ve put the winter jackets in storage—now it’s finally time to take on those home improvement projects…
3 Household Problems You Should Never Fix Yourself
The DIY world is an incredible place. You can learn new skills, try something different, and save a fair amount of money by making or repairing things yourself. Despite this, some things are better left to the professionals. When it comes to issues such as rewiring or plumbing, hiring someone with experience is safer and…
Different Types of Tiling for Your Home
Whether you’re remodeling your bathroom, kitchen, or updating a floor, tiles are a great option. There are so many different types of tiling for your home that it’s important to do some research on each type before making a final decision. Check out this breakdown of each type of tile and what it’s best for. Ceramic tile …
Common Causes of Residential Flooding
Water damage can seriously ruin a home. It can damage personal belongings, lead to mold growth, and make the home unlivable overall. Many people believe only coastal neighborhoods are at risk for floods, but the truth is it can happen almost anywhere. Consider these common causes of residential flooding to protect your home from serious…
Tips for Remodeling Your Garage
Once we get used to hibernating over the winter, the lovely weather of spring always seems to sneak up on us. Once the seasons finally change, many of us find ourselves scrambling to decide which project to tackle first—the attic or the garage, painting or landscaping—how could you possibly choose? Well, the process starts with…
Creative Tips for Decorating Your Hallway
Many homes have hallways right at their entrances or between rooms further inside. We don’t typically spend a lot of time in our home’s hallways, but they still leave a lasting impression as we walk through them on a day-to-day basis. Don’t make the mistake of leaving your hallway plain—treat it as you would any…
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