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HVAC
Easy Ways to Hide Your HVAC Unit and Increase Curb Appeal
During the brutal winters and scorching summers, you may find that your reliable HVAC system becomes your favorite feature of your home. That doesn’t mean that you love how it looks, though — in fact, it’s often quite an eyesore. If it’s not located behind your home, there are some easy ways to hide your HVAC…
Windows
Black Window Frames and Trim: All You Need to Know
Brass hardware, colorful stoves, and interiors draped in wallpaper — design trends for homes are leaning away from the expected and tapping into the bold. The same goes for our windows. Homeowners and interior designers are bringing back the look of black window frames. Why Are Black Window Frames So Popular? Like most design trends,…
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Install a Window Box Planter for Instant Curbside Appeal
Affordable window updates are few and far between, but a hanging planter installed outside the kitchen or under a set of living room windows is a cheap way to add natural beauty to your home without emptying your checking account or planning out a major remodeling project. Window boxes are so simple, in fact, they…
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How to Boost Your Curb Appeal with a Container Garden
It’s no secret that homes with beautiful landscaping are more eye-catching than homes with empty yards. Lush foliage and vibrant plants create a welcoming environment before you even enter a home. Of course, not every house comes with a spacious front yard, and not every homeowner has the budget for professional landscaping. But if you…
Siding
Vinyl siding elicits strong opinions from homeowners. Supporters praise its energy efficiency and easy maintenance. Cleaning it with a hose is simple, and it usually doesn’t need repainting. But what if you want to paint your siding? Maybe new siding is too expensive, or you’re not happy with the limited colors available. Can you repaint…
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9 Ideas for Creating an Inviting Front Porch
There’s nothing quite like a cozy and inviting front porch to crank up your home’s curb appeal and entice visitors to want to stay for a while. But if your front porch is currently bare-bones and lacking in charm and color, it can be tricky to know where to start. Check out these nine front…
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Use Muriatic Acid for Tough Concrete Offenders
Your concrete driveway or garage may not be your favorite aesthetic feature or the envy of all your neighbors. It’s just a functional part of your property. But when a nice concrete surface starts to collect oil and antifreeze stains, it suddenly becomes a noticeable feature—and not in a good way. Thankfully, there are effective…
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Above Ground vs Inground Pool Heaters
Difference Between In-Ground and Above-Ground Heaters Let’s face it, whether you prefer in ground or above ground, having a swimming pool in your backyard is one of the best ways to have fun outdoors while beating the summer heat. And what’s even better? Being able to swim long past the hottest months of the year,…