home improvement: More Home Owners Look to Remodel
- 04/02/13 05:37 AM
More home owners are planning to renovate their houses this year, according to Houzz, a remodeling Web site. The company recently surveyed approximately 100,000 home owners, and 53 percent of them reported that now is a good time to remodel. More home owners getting motivated to increasing the values of their houses by improving the “look, flow, and layout” of these residences. The most popular renovation projects were centered around bathrooms and kitchens. Twenty-eight percent said they were planning a bathroom remodel or addition, while 23 percent of those surveyed said they were planning a kitchen remodel or addition in the … (0 comments)
home improvement: Hail Emerald! Pantone's 2013 Color of the Year
- 02/28/13 12:23 AM
Expect to see emerald everywhere — Pantone’s 2013 color queen. Goodbye Tangerine Tango. Hello emerald, Pantone’s 2013 color of the year. Why emerald, or as Pantone’s swatch names it: 17-5641? “Green is the most abundant hue in nature — the human eye sees more green than any other color in the spectrum,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, a color consultant to corporations. Eiseman says emerald sparkles, fascinates, and “brings a sense of clarity, renewal, and rejuvenation, which is so important in today’s complex world.” Tangerine Tango, last year’s color queen (and my new favorite hue), was a pinkish orange that packed … (0 comments)
home improvement: Must-have kitchen trends for 2013
- 01/24/13 01:30 AM
Is your kitchen begging for an update? Does that green and purple tile make you cringe on every trip to the fridge? If so, now might be the time to explore the latest trends in kitchen remodeling. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry’s website, planning out exactly what you want out of your kitchen remodel will help you set realistic budgets. And if you’re still not sure what you want or even where to begin, don’t panic. Here are some ideas from our country-wide panel of design and contracting experts who agree these are the six hot kitchen … (0 comments)
home improvement: How to Light Up Your Christmas Tree
- 12/04/12 01:38 AM
Here are six tips to get great Christmas tree lights. Your Christmas tree can look grand if you follow these six tips for holiday lights from Mary Beth Gotti, director of the GE Lighting & Electrical Institute: Know your lights. If you’re buying new lights, make sure they’re compatible with your existing light strings. Unsure how many lights you need for your tree? Figure 100 to 150 lights per vertical foot of the tree. Use LED holiday lights on your tree. LED holiday lights use up to 80% less energy and are cooler than traditional incandescent lights. Add movement. Want … (3 comments)
home improvement: 2011-12 Cost vs. Value: Big-Bang Remodeling Projects
- 08/10/12 12:45 AM
Find out which remodeling projects will provide the biggest bang for your buck this year, according to Remodeling magazine. Optimizing the use of space in a home will not only attract buyers but also give sellers more bang for their buck, according to Remodeling’s “2011–12 Cost vs. Value Report,” conducted in cooperation with REALTOR® Magazine and NAR’s HouseLogic.com. An attic bedroom addition costing $50,148 was expected to recoup 72.5 percent of the cost nationally—inching up 0.3 percent from the 2010–11 report. The minor kitchen remodel also fared well, returning an estimated 72.1 percent of the nearly $20,000 job cost. The report … (0 comments)
home improvement: 5 Porch Pick-Me-Ups Under $500
- 08/03/12 12:24 AM
Want to put a little pep in your porch? Here are 5 budget-friendly ways to add value and get more enjoyment out of your front-facing outdoor space. Sprucing up your porch is more than a cosmetic upgrade — it’ll boost your curb appeal and help preserve the value of your home. As a bonus, you’ll even get some neighborhood bragging rights. Here are five simple porch pick-me-ups, each costing less than $500. 1. Adding architectural pizzazz Sweeten your porch’s appearance with a wide variety of architectural trim pieces in weather-resistant wood or low-maintenance synthetics (PVC or polyurethane). They’re readily available at … (0 comments)
home improvement: 5 Easy DIY Weekend Projects Under $300
- 06/13/12 02:38 AM
Just another weekend? Not if you take advantage with one or more of these 5 great projects you can easily pull off for under $300. Project #1: Add a garden arbor entry.The setup: Install an eye-catching portal to your garden with a freestanding arbor. It’ll look great at the end of a garden path or framing a grassy area between planting beds.Specs and cost: Garden arbors can be priced up to thousands of dollars, but you can find nice-looking kits in redwood, cedar, and vinyl at your local home improvement or garden center for $200-$300. Typical sizes are about 7 feet … (1 comments)
home improvement: Garage Doors With the Look of Wood at a Budget Price
- 03/08/12 04:10 AM
In our ongoing “Why You Should Fake It” series, we look at garage doors that give you the look of wood at a price point that’s easier to swallow. Money’s tight these days, but your desire for nice things needn’t be stifled. That’s why we’ve been examining faux products in our “Why You Should Fake It” series.Today’s topic: Fiberglass garage doors with the deluxe look of wood for a get-real price.New die technology lets fiberglass doors mimic wood grains so closely that only a professional eye can tell the difference. But unlike wood, which is vulnerable to heat and water and … (1 comments)
home improvement: Budget for a Remodel
- 01/26/12 06:08 AM
To calculate how much remodel you can afford, follow these four steps: Ballpark the cost, establish a spending limit, make a wish list, and set your priorities. What’s on your remodeling wish list? Maybe you’re longing for a spa-like master bathroom, a new eat-in kitchen, or a garage with space enough to fit your cars and your outdoor gear. Well, when it comes to home improvements, knowing what you want is the easy part. The tougher question is figuring out how much you can afford. Follow this four-step plan to arrive at the answer.
Ballpark the costs The first step … (0 comments)
home improvement: Why you shouldn't lower your home insurance coverage when your home value drops
- 01/09/12 05:28 AM
It’s a really common mistake and one that can cost a homeowner a ton of money in the event of a total loss to their home. Homeowners across the country see their property values dropping and assume that it’s a good time to lower their home insurance coverage. The problem with this is that your insurance covers the replacement cost of your home NOT the market value. The replacement cost and the market value of your home are two very different things. The market value of your home is the price it would sell for in the current real estate market … (4 comments)
home improvement: Exterior Home Replacement Projects Prove Worthy of Investment
- 12/12/11 06:06 AM
With construction costs rising and the hassles associated with taking on a renovation project, many homeowners can be reluctant to tackle certain projects when it comes to remodeling their home. However, according to the 2011-12 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, several inexpensive exterior replacement projects are not only crucial to a home’s regular upkeep, but are also expected to recoup close to 70 percent of costs. Exterior replacement projects continuously outperform other remodeling projects in terms of resale value, especially siding, window and door replacements. These types of projects are considered essential to regular home maintenance so homeowners will need … (0 comments)
home improvement: LED Holiday Lights: 6 Need-to-Know Tips
- 12/06/11 07:51 AM
LED holiday lights vs. old-fashioned bulbs: 6 tips to help you decide which is right for you. Should you chuck all your good old holiday light strings and buy new LED holiday lights? Here’s how to decide. 1. LED holiday lights save you money. LED lights use at least 90% less energy than traditional holiday lights, according to the U.S. government’s Energy Star program. That results in a $50 energy savings for the average family during the holidays, says Avital Binshtock of the Sierra Club in San Francisco. Put it into perspective: The amount of electricity consumed by one 7-watt incandescent … (0 comments)
home improvement: Little Known Uses for Five Common Household Items
- 08/11/11 03:12 AM
There is nothing that I like better than to find an additional use for a common household item. This can cut down on having to buy additional cleaners and/or chemicals for my household, which is always good. And of course, invariably these additional uses will save you money. Once I got into living frugally, I really began to research these “extra” uses. Some of them are quite ingenious! I’ve come up with a short list of multiple uses for five common items you likely have around your house. The list is by no means inclusive, so feel free to add your … (5 comments)
home improvement: How to Save Money Buying Inexpensive Furniture for Your Home
- 08/02/11 09:08 AM
Recently, a friend of mine told me her young son was jumping out of his crib. He is only a year and a half, and his new ability took his mother by surprise. She had concerns about the safety of her son, and concerns about the costs associated with buying her son a new toddler or twin bed. Whether you’ve been saving up to buy some furniture to decorate your home, or you need to make an unexpected furniture purchase, there is no need to worry about the cost. Fortunately, there are a variety of places to shop, and many ways … (1 comments)
home improvement: Home Owners See Big Value in Remodeling
- 04/01/11 07:36 AM
The do-it-yourself home improvement market has faced a 21 percent drop from 2005-2010, according to the latest research from market researcher Mintel. Yet, that's not due to lack of will on home owner's part, but more about lack of money, according to the survey. More than a quarter of DIYers surveyed said they would undertake a major home renovation or addition to their home if they had the funds. Nearly 40 percent of DIYers say that making a major home improvement is the best long-term investment they can make. However, with the sagging housing market, many home owners have opted to … (0 comments)
home improvement: 10 Steps to a Perfect Exterior Paint Job
- 03/11/11 06:31 AM
A good exterior paint job isn't cheap, but done right, it can easily last 10 or more years. To get the most for your money, follow these steps. At first glance, the days of wood home exteriors seem long gone. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, homes with wood siding comprise less than 10% of all new residential construction, the lowest usage of any exterior material. But if you've got wood siding, there's a solid, money-in-the-bank reason why you'd want to repaint rather than switch to fiber-cement, brick, or vinyl. In the short term, repainting or staining costs less. A midrange … (0 comments)
home improvement: Popular Kitchen Remodeling Trends
- 03/10/11 07:20 AM
Remodeling kitchen trends are creating stylish kitchens with cleaner lines, built-in dining, and pops of color, according to a recent article in RISMedia. Here are some recent trends in kitchens across the country.1. Built-in dining areas. Eat-in kitchens are in high demand as more remodelers are opting for extensions in counters that resemble a table, either in lower or higher height to the countertop. The counter extension is different than bar seating because diners can sit around the edge and face one another, and not just sit in a row. The counter extension saves space, offers an extra buffet service, and … (1 comments)
home improvement: February 2011 Do-It Yourself Home Maintenance List
- 02/15/11 05:07 AM
February is a great time to accomplish simple tasks that will add to the value and appearance of your home. We hope that you are enjoying the unique experience of being a homeowner! We have done a little research and have compiled a list of quick, easy projects that you might enjoy! If you need additional tips or advice, please feel free to call us anytime at 812-499-9234 for Rolando and 812-499-0246 for Kathy. We would be happy to hear from you and would love to offer any guidance that we can!
FIVE QUICK AND EASY HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
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home improvement: January 2011 Do-It Yourself Home Maintenance List
- 01/06/11 06:29 AM
FIVE TIPS FOR DO-IT-YOURSELF WORK AROUND THE HOME Make a list: Spend some time taking stock of the kinds of maintenance and improvement projects you'd like to begin. A well-considered list will help you to set reachable goals. Assess your skills: Make sure that you carefully consider which projects you are fully capable of completing. For example, unless you have sufficient experience with electrical, plumbing or construction work, you should probably leave those tasks to the professionals. Establish priorities: Which projects are most important to you? Which projects will be the most costly? Which is more important: timeliness, quality or cost? Before beginning any do-it-yourself project, … (0 comments)
home improvement: Home Owners Recoup More with Exterior Replacement Projects, REALTORS® Report
- 12/22/10 03:36 AM
As part of the 2010-11Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, REALTORS® recently rated exterior replacement projects among the most cost-effective home improvement projects, demonstrating that curb appeal remains one of the most important aspects of a home at resale time. "This year's Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report highlights the importance of exterior projects, which not only provide the most value, but also are among the least expensive improvements for a home," said National Association of REALTORS® President Ron Phipps, broker-president of Phipps Realty in Warwick, R.I. "Since resale value can vary by region, it's smart for home owners to work with a … (0 comments)
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More home owners are planning to renovate their houses this year, according to Houzz, a remodeling Web site. The company recently surveyed approximately 100,000 home owners, and 53 percent of them reported that now is a good time to remodel.
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