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Homeowner 101: How to Build a Privacy Divider Wall
It seemed fine when you took the tour. But now, filled with the TV, the sofa, the dining table, and your sometimes-squabbling family, your new home feels less roomy than it did on the walk through — and privacy feels very hard to come by. That’s where a privacy divider wall can come in handy. Privacy walls…
HVAC
Your Guide to Solar-Powered Attic Fans and Roof Vents
When summer temperatures crawl into the triple digits, the last place you want to be is in a hot, stuffy attic. Having a closed-off hot box in your home can’t be good for your heating and cooling, can it? Wouldn’t it be great if you could vent that air and remove it from your home…
Solar
What to Do with Solar Panels When You Move
Your current home is installed with solar panels and now you’re planning to move. Your new home isn’t equipped with solar panels and the question facing you is whether to bring the solar panels you’ve already invested in with you. Consider these factors when making your decision. Selling Your Current Property Before putting your…
HVAC
Heat Pump vs. AC: Which Is Best for You?
When it’s time to install or replace a new HVAC system, you may face the difficult decision of choosing between a heat pump vs. a central air conditioning (AC) unit. While these systems generally work the same when cooling your home, there are some major differences on the heating side. This post will cover the…
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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…
Kitchen
Homeowner 101: How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen
For most of us, jobs don’t quit at five. Meanwhile, the second shift is just beginning—making dinner for the family, helping with homework, walking the dog, and whisking everyone off to bed. So it’s no wonder we get caught in cursory cleaning routines that just barely pass muster. Just getting the dishes done regularly feels…
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How to Get Smooth Wall Texture With a Skim Coat
Before moving to Texas and building a house, I didn’t realize the wide variety of texture finishes that are possible on drywall. Where I grew up in Utah, walls were always smooth, and the heavy texture that seems to be the norm in Texas and many other southern states feels unfinished to me. So, I’ve…
HVAC
Understanding HVAC SEER Ratings: What Homeowners Need to Know
What Is SEER Rating? SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings are crucial when choosing the right HVAC system for your home. Understanding them will help you with two things: In this guide, we’ll break down what SEER ratings mean, why they matter, and how to select the best HVAC system to suit your needs and…