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Real estate pros often coach their clients on the value of making "curb appeal" improvements to help sell their homes. If you're planning to put your house on the market and want to make it stand out, consider going a step further and adding a new bathroom.
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After a long, cold winter, spring is the perfect time to give your home an energy checkup to see which home improvement projects will save on utility bills. Many energy makeovers start with investigating old windows and doors.
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Want a new bathroom, but think the price tag might be out of your budget? Don't give up so easily. Many simple updates and unique products can give you a custom-designed look on a bare-minimum budget.
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When it comes to your kitchen, details make all the difference. It's often the most used and best-loved room in the house, so having a room that meets your needs and expresses your personality is key. If your kitchen's design has been frustrating you by creating clutter and giving your home an out-of-date feel, it's time to make some changes.
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Here are a couple of tips to help keep your carpet looking fresh so you won't hesitate in the future to invite your friends over.
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It's the time of year to finish all the projects around the house that you put off all summer to go to the lake. Regardless if it is finishing a new deck, renovating the kitchen or building a new garage, it needs to be finished before winter hits. You will need to take a few easy steps in order to start - and  finish - the job.
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When building a new home, buyers are often aware of common heating and cooling problem areas, such as windows and doors. Many will ask their builder about double- or triple-pane windows, insulated doors and the quality of insulation, without considering the impact of wall construction on home energy efficiency.
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There couldn't be a better time to replace those sweaty, unsightly windows. Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) still in effect for 2010, homeowners can take advantage of up to 30 percent in tax credits for energy-saving upgrades - including qualifying energy-efficient windows.
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For many homeowners, the return of warm weather signals that time of year to launch the long-awaited home remodeling or backyard patio project.
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Giving an old, tired bathroom a makeover is one of the best things you can do to increase your home's resale value. And while it can take some planning, remodeling your bathroom is easily within the capability of most homeowners.
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While many homeowners like the warmth and comfort of carpeted floors, they are often hit with the harsh reality that carpet comes with a host of problems. Besides being very difficult to clean, carpeted floors can also be a health concern.
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The shorter days and cooler nights that fall brings mean entertaining that once took place on porches, patios and decks is slowly beginning to wane. Soon, family and friends will gather inside the home for holiday festivities, putting the spotlight back on some of the most-used rooms, one of which is the guest bath.
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When it comes to do-it-yourself projects that will save money on energy costs, there are many new products on the market that make it possible to save hundreds of dollars over time, with just a few hours of easy installation. Few of these products come close to the long-term benefits of installing radiant barrier foil in your attic.
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In the summer, most activity moves to the great outdoors. Porches, patios and decks are the official "heart center" of most homes during the warm weather months, especially at mealtimes. Instead of congregating in the kitchen as they do in the colder season, families tend to gather on the patio to enjoy dinner and recap the day's events.
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Ceramic tile continues to be a favorite choice of savvy designers, builders and homeowners seeking materials that offer outstanding design flexibility, affordability, durability and eco-friendliness for home renovations.
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