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Updating a primary bathroom can be wonderful to meet changing needs, refresh for a modern style, or improve home sale prospects. But what bathroom remodeling ideas are best for different projects? Why Are You Remodeling? There are many reasons why a bathroom might need to be remodeled. Leaks or other damage may make the room unusable until it is remodeled, or changing needs of the family may require adjustments to fixtures, shower stalls, tubs, or entryways to make the room more accessible or practical. A poorly designed primary bath can be remodeled to improve functionality and efficiency, or it may...

As winter approaches, it is a good time to finish a variety of home projects, both indoors and outdoors. Not only will these projects help make your home more comfortable, but they can also improve energy efficiency and prepare your property to safely withstand the winter storms to come. 10 Best Outdoor Projects to Finish Before Winter Early in fall when the days are still a bit longer and temperatures aren’t so chilly is a great time to wrap up outdoor projects and winterizing. There is still plenty of daylight to work with, and completing these chores in good time...

Any bathroom renovation is a tough and sometimes pricey job to tackle for any homeowner. Before you pick out that new shiny sink or fancy shower head, plan out all the tools and materials it will take for you to get the job done. This will give you a better idea of what you can rent instead of buying so that you save money on the entire project. Let’s face it, why buy the tools and equipment that you will need to remodel your bathroom when once it’s done; you’ll never use them again. Unless you have more than one...

Part of the pride of being a homeowner is being able to customize it just the way that you want it. Many homeowners also get additional pride from knowing that they’ve done it themselves. Clearly many jobs require the skilled hands of a professional contractor; it gives the peace of mind that the job is completed the best way possible, warrantied and finished in a timely manner. However, there are many jobs around the house that, while you certainly can call a contractor, you could also do it yourself --in essence, becoming your own contractor. Painting is a good example....

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and replace your old windows. Doing so is one of the best investments you can make for your home --not only for the reduction in energy bills, but the increase in comfort, quiet, and ease of cleaning/maintaining. Additionally, replacing windows in your home can net a ROI of as much as 72% in terms their contribution to resale value, according to realestate.com. First off, it’s important to know the difference between replacement windows and new construction windows. New construction windows are more readily available and are priced comparatively to replacement windows. New construction...