If you are thinking about renovating your home, you have probably thought about that luxury bathroom or gourmet kitchen, things that have a direct impact on your everyday life. However, your home may need more practical upgrades first, such as new windows. Although you aren’t always aware, these upgrades can also have a significant impact.…

Front doors are one of the first things people notice about a home. A weathered, frail-looking door might give off bad vibes to passersby and guests, while a fresh, strong, door can make your house radiate positivity. Fortunately, front door replacement is a relatively inexpensive and swift exterior renovation project that has a very powerful…

Decks are a great way to expand your outdoor living space. They provide areas where you and your family can eat, relax and spend time together while getting fresh air. However, these are several tips to help you get the most out of your new deck. Determine Your Desires You should start by writing down…

If you are looking for a deck that requires minimal maintenance, a composite deck may be your solution. This material is made of recycled plastic and wood, but it requires none of the regular maintenance, such as sanding, staining or sealing, that a traditional deck requires. However, not all composite decking materials are the same.…

An old house can benefit greatly by installing new windows. Window improvements have come a long way over the years. Homes built in the 1970s and earlier did not have the double-paneled windows found in the modern construction of today. Old, single-pained windows are not as sturdy, far less energy efficient, and not as environmentally…

Your deck takes a lot of abuse: driving rain, pounding hail, blistering heat—and everything in between. Add in wood-loving insects and the passage of time, and it is clear why decks have a finite life-span. If you’ve noticed some areas of rot or termite damage, you’re probably wondering what your deck’s prognosis is. A professional…

Before putting your house on the market to sell, you may be wondering whether it would be worthwhile to invest in some home remodeling to make it more desirable to potential buyers. In short, the answer is yes, it can be beneficial to improve certain things in a home before listing it for sale.  Which…

You have probably seen those shows or heard people talk about flipping homes. It seems so easy, you just purchase a run-down home, fix it up a bit and then resell it for a profit. Unfortunately, these flips don’t always go as planned. These are some tips to help you with historic remodeling, so you…

Have you dreamed of expanding your outdoor living space, creating indoor-outdoor living? If you have, you have probably also considered adding a deck to your yard. A wood or composite deck can be used for an outdoor living room, kitchen or other recreational space. These are some features of wood and composite decking. Look Wood…

It may seem as if everyone is remodeling their homes. When you see all the amazing things others are doing to their homes, you may think it’s time to look into home remodeling your own home. These are a few things you should consider prior to making this commitment. What’s Involved Home remodels can be…