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Gutters
Hiring a Gutter Contractor: Contractor Checklist
How to Find a Reliable Gutter Contractor Whether you need your gutters repaired or installed, they are an important part of your home that should be well maintained and cleaned. It’s important to find a contractor you trust, someone local who can do the job quickly and correctly the first time. How to Vet Your…
Bathroom
Avoid Hidden Costs During Your Bathroom Remodel
A bathroom remodel project is an exciting way to level-up your home’s personal style while also increasing its value. But installing new fixtures — like a bathtub or shower — can be costly and intimidating. How can you make sure that your bathroom remodel stays within budget? What hidden costs could tip the scale in…
Bathroom
Understanding Contractor Bathroom Remodel Warranties
Bathroom remodeling projects are a great way to upgrade your home’s style and increase value. But it can come with a hefty price tag depending on the intensity. Before the water is running again, it’s important to consider your warranty options. If there’s a situation where a mistake is made during the installation project or…
Bathroom
5 Tips for Negotiating Cost With Your Bathroom Remodeler
When you’re thinking about selling your home, there will be a few places that realtors will always look to as ways to boost the potential price. One of those is the bathroom. This makes perfect sense, as it is one of the rooms that you not only use for utility — for showers and perhaps…
Bathroom
Evaluating Contractor’s Bathroom Remodel Quotes
When it comes to a bathroom remodel, comparing contractor quotes is a critical step. A recent Modernize survey showed that 63% of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates ahead of a home improvement project. Evaluating multiple bathroom remodel quotes helps homeowners better understand their budget while also encouraging contractors to be competitive with their…
Kitchen
The Step-by-Step Guide To Painting Kitchen Cabinets
Many homeowners dream of a complete kitchen remodel, but budgeting for a project of this scope is a different story! Luckily, there are easy ways to renovate your kitchen without paying thousands of dollars. Painting kitchen cabinets is a great way to refresh the look and feel of your kitchen. It can also be an…
HVAC
5 Problems Suited for DIY HVAC Maintenance
Diving into DIY HVAC repair and maintenance can be both rewarding and cost-effective. In this article, we’ll share five essential tips to help you confidently tackle common HVAC issues and keep your system running smoothly. As summer weather arrives, many homeowners will heavily depend on their air conditioning unit to keep their homes cool and…
Solar
Safely Begin Your Solar Project Today
COVID-19 has had an unprecedented impact on our daily lives and routines. Self-distancing and shelter-in-place measures, nationwide, have elevated the importance of feeling comfortable, secure, and safe within our homes. Many homeowners are turning to home improvement projects and renovations as a respite during this challenging time. Hardware stores are seeing an increase in demand,…