Home Improvement

A need for more space compels many a homeowner to consider home renovations each year. While some homeowners decide to pull up stakes and move after realizing they need more room to maneuver at home, a real estate market marked by low inventory and high prices has made it more affordable for many property owners…
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Considerations for room additions or space modifications generally involve rooms that will add value or function to a home. Mudrooms certainly fit that description, as they can add aesthetic appeal in more ways than one. As the name implies, mudrooms are entire rooms or areas near entryways of homes where muddy shoes and other items…
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A successful kitchen renovation project requires careful planning and a detailed vision of what the space will look like upon completion. Whether a homeowner is thinking about giving the kitchen a major overhaul or just a minor refresh, bringing that vision to life doesn’t happen overnight. There is a process that must go into a…
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Decks are centerpieces of many backyard retreats, and these spaces can add value to properties.

Elemental features in a backyard living space can elevate a property to an exciting new level. Many homeowners already have water features that create a tranquil ambiance, and enhancing such spaces with fire can make them even more alluring. Fire features add warmth to a yard and flickering flames can be mesmerizing to watch. Fire…
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Few things are more inviting than slipping underneath the sheets and nestling into a freshly fluffed pillow at bedtime. The serenity and rest that a comfortable sleeping environment affords is something people look forward to at the end of a busy day. But that peace can be disrupted when an unwelcome visitor also is snuggling…
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Summer is a season of relaxation. Warm air, longer hours of daylight and vacations from school and work make summer a laid-back time of year. Many people enjoy the warmer air of summer, but it’s important to have a cool place to retreat once temperatures become particularly warm. That means a well-cooled home with an…
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People considering buying or selling a home are facing a unique market. The real estate market has been in flux for several years, and high interest rates have made it more expensive to borrow. The Mortgage Bankers Association is projecting that 30-year mortgage rates will level out to 6.5% for the foreseeable future. That means…
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Renovations around the house require an investment of time and often considerable amounts of money. Findings from the 2024 U.S. Houzz & Home Study show that home renovations are becoming more expensive. The median renovation spending for homeowners has gone up 60% since 2020. Angi, a home services website, reports the average renovation cost for…
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Seasonal allergies can turn a warm and welcoming spring or summer day into something else entirely. Congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes are just some of the unpleasant symptoms of seasonal allergies, which are most often triggered by high pollen counts during spring and summer. The Mayo Clinic advises seasonal allergy sufferers to stay…
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