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220-volt outlets are the most powerful plugs that you’ll find in most residential homes around the United States. These plugs are meant for ovens, dryers and other high-powered appliances that you simply can’t power with a standard 110V outlet. If you plan on renovating your home or adding additional appliances to it over time you…
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4 Easy DIY Ways to Finish Your Basement Stairs
Just like any other part of your house—whether it’s your HVAC unit or roof—the stairs will eventually wear out and need to be replaced or refinished. This is especially true for the basement stairs. Since they’re more commonly exposed to moisture, they have a greater chance of developing rot, mold, and other serious issues that…
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How To Be Prepared For A Disaster
Do you feel confident that you can protect your home, your belongings, and even your data in the event of a disaster? More importantly, how easy will it be for you and your loved ones to survive and then recover from a fire, tornado, flood, earthquake, or hurricane? September is Emergency Preparedness Month, which makes it…
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The Modernize Glossary of Terms: Financing a Home Improvement Project
Welcome to the Modernize glossary of terms for anyone in the process of, or considering a home improvement project. It’s always advisable to discuss and check with your local contractor how various financing options and programs might affect your project but our guide is here to help familiarize you with some common terms you might…
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Soundproof Drywall: How to Make a Room Soundproof
There are many reasons why you might want to create a sound barrier in your home. Maybe your home is on a busy street or intersection. Maybe you have thin walls between bedrooms. If you are looking for increased privacy, quiet, and comfort inside of your home, there are many ways to make a room…
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How Much Do Four-Season Rooms Cost?
The four-season room is not exactly a room addition. Instead, it is a fully enclosed and climate-controlled space. It’s constructed almost entirely of glass, which allows for ample sunshine and an enhanced view of the outdoors. The advanced quality materials of today’s four-season rooms do more than simply ensure a weatherproof environment. They also allow you to…
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Primer: The Go-Between for Paint and Concrete
You’ve got your painter’s tape, roller brushes, plenty of tarp, and a gallon or two of your meticulously chosen new concrete paint color—it’s the one, and you can’t wait to see how vibrant it looks overtop of that dull concrete wall or floor. But wait just a minute there, antsy homeowner—you’re forgetting something. If you…
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Building a Balcony: All You Never Knew, But Need To
Building a balcony can increase your outdoor living space for less than the cost of a ground-floor deck. If you’re considering adding a balcony to your second story, you’ll want to select the best design, materials, and contractor for your budget and your goals. Here are a few things to think about as you start…