Home renovations are stressful. Everything is dirty, there are people in and out of your house, and things are rearranged. Do you know what makes it more stressful? Having to deal with a dispute with a hostile contractor. What do …
We live in a world of upselling. From credit card offers at almost every checkout counter, to upgraded products and services at the oil change to “would you like to try our new sandwich,” when you go to grab a …
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Have you worked with a contractor before? Are you aware of the dynamics involved in that relationship – however short-term? Americans spend a lot of time and effort working on their homes. Every year, something needs to be fixed or …
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Are you thinking about your house a lot more lately? Wondering how you can add functional space? Are you considering finishing your basement and adding a basement bathroom? One major question that comes up whenever you talk about finishing a …
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Are you getting ready to remodel your bathroom and want to know the options before you commit? A great shower can transform a space into an at-home spa. A cramped or dirty showering experience can make getting ready in the …
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Many homeowners have faced it: a great house at the right price, but the bathroom is straight from the 1970s. Why did people choose harvest gold, forest green, or pink tubs and toilets back then? Maybe it was hip and …
If you are a new homeowner or a young homeowner about to renovate your bathroom for the first time, you probably have some ideas about how you want your bathtub to look and function. This may be especially true if …
Many homeowners start the process of remodeling their kitchen or bathroom with a lot of excitement for a good reason. It’s not often you get to change one of those rooms to your taste because they are expensive rooms to …
Do you have popcorn ceilings you want to kiss goodbye? You know – those rough-textured ceilings that don’t resemble popcorn so much as upchuck slapped on the surface and then spray-painted white? Why did anyone ever think that was appealing? …
Are you thinking about painting your home’s exterior? Many Americans are using this time to improve their homes environment inside and out. By many reports, companies that sell patio furniture and home goods are doing a booming business right now. …
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