Home improvement is one way to enhance and upgrade the way your home looks and feels. A home that is outdated will have a lower resale value than one that has modern features within it. Home improvement projects come in all shapes and sizes and can be as simple as pressure washing your home to as extravagant as remodeling the entire kitchen. When it comes to home improvement, it can become costly. In fact, the average US household spent roughly $13,140 on home services. Of course, some of the higher costs can be contributed to the shortage of wood and…
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Creating an oasis in your backyard may seem difficult and unachievable when you first think about it and look at the space around you. Fortunately, creating a space that you want to be in is not that hard to do. In fact, you can do it affordably too, which makes it even better. Many of the ideas that we will go over below can be done in any backyard, whether you have a pool or not. Of course, all of these are simply ideas and are by no means a requirement for you to have to love your backyard space.…
Butcher block countertops have become a huge trend and make their way into many modern homes. If you are considering this type of material for your upcoming kitchen remodel, you may be curious as to whether you are making the right choice. Replacing your kitchen countertops is a big undertaking and often comes with a price tag attached to it that may take up a large portion of your budget. With this in mind, you want to know that if you make the investment to get butcher block countertops, they will be worth it. Butcher block is made up of…
Are you worried that there may be mold in your home? If so, it is vital that you identify any areas of concern as mold is very unhealthy for you. In fact, exposure to a large amount of mold and spores can lead to serious respiratory issues. Not to mention, you may be allergic to it, and this can exacerbate the situation too. Mold inside your home can create a bad smell in the home and become unsightly, especially when it appears on the walls. However, the problems that it can cause are much worse than that. Moisture is required…
Home improvement projects can take many different forms and can cost you anywhere from a couple bucks to a few thousand dollars or even more. If you have made a list of all the home improvement jobs you want to tackle, you may start to feel overwhelmed by them. Fortunately, not all home improvement has to be expensive. In fact, there are many smaller things you can do as a weekend DIY project that can spruce up the look of your home. The best part? This can ALL be done for $50 or less. Pretty awesome, right? 1. Paint Your…
Adding a fence around your property does not only add value to it, it allows you to enjoy some privacy, especially when you are in the backyard. Not all homes come with a fence erected or some may have fences that are worn out or damaged and thus not feasible for making the property look good. Two of the most popular fence options include vinyl and wood. The two biggest differences between these two lie in their aesthetics and their durability. A wooden fence is very timeless and gives your property a classic look. However, it does come along with…
Ever walk into someone’s bathroom only to find that it is cramped, decorated in an odd fashion, or just not a place you want to be? Unfortunately, many homeowners neglect their guest bathroom, and it is a place that could use some touchups. When you have guests over, they already may feel out of place. After all, home is home and being in someone else’s home can conjure up feelings of anxiety or even uneasiness as you must utilize their space and their things. Fortunately, you can create a welcoming guest bathroom for your guests that will allow them to…
Statistics show that a home burglary occurs in the US every 15 seconds. This means that roughly 4,800 homes are broken into every single day. That is A LOT of homes. Many of these home burglaries happen between the hours when most people are at work, which makes sense. Most homeowners only have minimal security measures in their home to actually prevent a break-in from occurring. While a home burglary is not probably on your mind, you definitely want to make sure that you take steps to protect your home and property. After all, you worked hard for it and…
A garage is an excellent place to store some of your bigger items and items that just simply don’t belong in the home itself. For example, many people will store their lawnmower in their garage because you just wouldn’t have it in your home. Some homes are constructed without a garage and this can make things rather tricky for the homeowner, especially as you are now without a place to store some common things that do go in the garage. If you are without a garage, you may be looking into the cost of building one for your home. There…
The windows that your home sports are not just there for because they were installed to be there. In fact, they serve several purposes and work as a functional necessity in your home. Your windows let light in, allow a cool breeze, and connect you with the outside without actually having to go outdoors. Your windows are important, but did you know that the way you represent them from within your home matters? A bare window is one that can offer too much light or invade on your privacy to outside eyes, but a beautifully dressed one can bring the…