As science and the American population discovered the need to use less energy, the demand for more efficient appliances, windows and doors went up. In response to this, the US Department of Energy, or DOE, and Environmental Protection Agency, the EPA, established the EnergyStar logo to help consumers find those ...
read moreEvery year, the housing market changes, and every year, homeowners who are thinking of selling need to keep an eye on the trends. Joanne Cleaver writes about the changes coming in 2013 in her blog entry on Bob Vila’s web page. This sort of information is very important when it ...
read moreThe home improvement industry is thriving again, despite the sluggish economy of the past few years. But with a greater focus on saving money, many homeowners are moving more in the direction of do-it-yourself projects rather than hiring a remodeling contractor. That's on reason why the big-box stores like Home ...
read moreExterior home improvement projects continue to be among the top picks in terms of maximizing home value in proportion to expense. Outdoor upgrades not only add value to your home, but they increase its curb appeal as well, a definite plus if you're considering putting your home on the market. ...
read moreAre you looking for practical way to increase your home’s value? If you are, replacing your windows may be the way to go. When you upgrade your windows, you give your home a makeover, lower your energy costs, and add market value. Lower Energy Bills Heating and cooling their homes ...
read morePerhaps spring home maintenance is far from your mind right now with the snow covering the ground, but believe it or not, in just a few months the warmer season will be here, and those exterior "honey do" lists will come out. Now could be a good time to start ...
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