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Flooring
Pros and Cons of Different Flooring Types
Choosing the right type of flooring for your home is an important decision for both new homeowners and those preparing for a remodel or flooring upgrade. There are many different types and styles of flooring materials, and each has its various advantages and disadvantages depending on usage and placement in your home. Modernize created this guide…
Bathroom
Choosing Energy-Efficient Bathroom Fixtures
Energy-Efficient Bathroom Upgrades Although your bathroom probably is not the biggest room in your house, it is often the room that consumes the greatest amount of energy. While your bathroom may be one of the smallest rooms in your home, it often consumes a significant amount of energy. From daily grooming routines to long showers, bathroom…
Flooring
How To Discuss Costs and Financing With Your Flooring Remodeler
Renovating your home’s flooring can be a complicated process. There are many decisions to be made, from picking out what type of flooring works best in your kitchen, bathroom, or living room, to finding a reliable flooring contractor who can handle the job. However, you now are on the other side of many of those…
Solar
What Happens To Solar Panels In A Hurricane?
Solar panels are constantly exposed to inclement weather. For coastal residents, that means the risk of hurricane damage. Good news: solar panels are one of the most resilient and reliable energy technologies on the market. However, winds in these storms can reach 160 miles per hour or higher. Places that are most prone to the…
Kitchen
Discussing Payment Plans, Costs, and Financing With Your Kitchen Remodeler
Whether you’re a novice chef or an avid microwaver, the kitchen inevitably becomes a centerpiece for any home and lifestyle. And for that reason, when it comes time to renovate your kitchen, there can be a lot of accompanying stress. But not to fear, a kitchen remodel is not only great for your home’s functionality…
Kitchen
Evaluating Contractor’s Kitchen Remodel Quotes
You might be moving into a new home with a kitchen that could use an upgrade, or you’re tired of looking at your dated kitchen. Either way, when you’ve decided to take the plunge to take on a kitchen remodel, comparing contractor quotes is an important step in the journey. In fact, a recent Modernize…
Kitchen
Avoid Hidden Costs During Your Kitchen Remodel
A kitchen remodel is nerve-wracking to begin with; add in the prospect of going over budget and you might start to wonder what you’ve gotten into. Now that you’ve vetted and chosen the best kitchen remodeler for your project and have an estimate in hand, it’s time to look at the hidden costs of a…
Bathroom
Replacing Your Bathroom Cabinets: A Guide
Want to love the the overall look and functionality of your bathroom? Replacing bathroom cabinets could be just the ticket. Not only do your cabinets take up a lot of space — leading them to dominate the aesthetic in many cases — but they are responsible for storing everything you need. If you don’t like…