Many homeowners decide to take the DIY approach to home improvements, hoping to save some money. What they might not realize is that these repairs are often more complex than anticipated, especially when it comes to plumbing. Here are 5 common DIY plumbing mistakes:. Using Too Much Drain Cleaner Drain cleaners are great for clearing clogged…
Fall has settled upon the northeast. That means there’s constantly changing weather, and the leaves have changed, dried out, and are beginning to fall. The weather is getting significantly cooler, and everyone is keeping their house warm to combat the nip in the air. But what if you could “warm” up the interior of your…
Planning a home remodel can be very stressful. It takes copious amounts of planning and hard work to get a room looking the way that you want it to. The fact of the matter is that remodeling and refurbishing a room in your home often takes considerable investment as well. Between the supplies, furnishings, and…
A common theme throughout the history of architecture is the use of wood. Wood is used both for its strength and variety, as well as its aesthetic appeal. When you perform a home remodel of any type, it’s a safe bet that you will use wood in some context. Whether this is for actual construction…
With the arrival of summer, many people will take advantage of the nice weather and begin their seasonal projects. However, many will balk at starting a project due to the financial element. Materials are not cheap, chief among them wood. There are, however, many projects that you can do at home with minimal tools and…
This segment is the second part of a two part series on increasing home value through careful remodeling on a budget. The first part detailed remodeling ideas that you can complete on the outside of your home. This second part of the series will detail interior projects in the same light. The biggest thing that…