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Home Improvement

How DIY Can Be Bad for Homeowners’ Bottom Lines

DIY Homeowners
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Homeowners know it can be tempting to go the do-it-yourself (DIY) route when starting a home improvement project

Prevent Home Electrical Fires with These Tips

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Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Electrical fires are no joke. The Hartford insurance company says electrical failure or malfunctions account for almost 34,000 home fires per year.

What Attracts Pests to a Home?

Certain conditions may be inviting pests to a property.
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

It’s easy for pests to find their way into and around a home. In fact, certain conditions may be inviting pests to a property.

Maintaining a Lawn Routinely Roamed by Pets

Pet owners who aspire to have beautiful lawns will have to take a few extra steps to ensure lawns can persevere despite the presence of furry companions.
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Pet owners who aspire to have beautiful lawns will have to take a few extra steps to ensure lawns can persevere despite the presence of furry companions.

Factors to Consider When Mulling a Garage Renovation

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Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Garages may rank below kitchens and bathrooms in the home renovation pecking order, but these unsung heroes of suburban dwellings deserve their day in the sun.

Miki Agrawal: The Hamptons-loving Force Behind Thinx and TUSHY

Miki Agrawal, TUSHY, Hamptons
News & Features
By Sharon Feiereisen

Known for her quirky style and fearless nature Miki Agrawal is, today, one of the most successful and recognizable serial entrepreneurs.

Give Your Living Room a New Vibe

When you realize that your living room has seen better days, it's probably time to give the space a fresh, new vibe.
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

A living room can grow stale over time and often serves as a catch-call for clothing, blankets, gadgets, and other items.

The Basics of Flipping Homes

If you're curious if you have what it takes to begin flipping houses, you'll want to review the basics here.
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Flipping homes gained popularity prior to the spike in real estate prices, but that increase has led some novices to consider flipping more closely.

How Empty Nesters Can Repurpose Bedrooms in Their Homes

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Home Improvement
By Metro Creative Connection

It can be bittersweet when adult children decide to move out of the family home, but there are creative ways to repurpose the extra space.

Features to Consider for a Relaxation-Themed Bathroom Remodel

Consider these relaxing features when next remodeling a bathroom.
Home Improvement
By Behind the Hedges Staff

Homeowners want to view their homes as a respite from all that goes on outside their doors. Indeed, turning a home into a residents-only retreat can ensure everyone looks forward to walking through the front the door at the end of the day.

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