Turn Your Home Renovation into a Green Remodel with These Sustainability Ideas

A remodel provides the perfect opportunity to make green updates, since areas of the home are likely already cleared of furniture; studs, wiring, and pipes may become exposed; and the contractor is already there to work.  For homeowners, there are three main objectives to focus on when incorporating sustainability into a remodel: resource (especially water) […]

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How to Prepare for a Smooth Home Remodel

So you’ve made the decision to remodel your home; congratulations! Soon you’ll be enjoying your home in ways you haven’t in years, and possibly like never before. But as is the case with anything worth having, you’ve got to get through the hard part first of waiting, and having your normal routine interrupted.  No two […]

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The Top Seven Post-Freeze Home Remodeling Projects

Q: When is the perfect time to remodel? A: Right after your pipes burst, of course!     It may seem counterintuitive, but now is a great opportunity to do some long-awaited remodeling upgrades. After all, contractors are going to be doing work in your home anyway. Plus, your homeowner’s insurance can defray some of […]

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Dan’s Funk Chart: Plotting Your Home Remodel’s Emotional Journey

Remodeling can be one of the most rewarding and exciting activities you’ll ever do at your home. But it can also be a stressful, emotional experience because of the mess, the noise, the costs, the disruption to your life. That’s why, at some point in the process, virtually every homeowner who’s made the decision to […]

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How to Apply Caulking to Insulate Exterior Windows – Instruction Video

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), air leaks around windows waste considerable energy. That’s why they suggest caulking as one of the fastest and cheapest remedies to help conserve energy and reduce power bills. While you might approach window caulking as a DIY project, the EPA also suggests hiring professionals for ductwork or any […]

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