Category: improvement
With Spring in its infancy, rest assured there will be a number of rain showers from today through the ends of Summer. Rain’s great for the lawn and gardens on our property, but repeated rain showers, moreover severe winds and hail can potentially be damaging for one of the most defensive parts of the home: the …
(ARA) - Hand sanitizer, flu shots and regular exercise are just some of the ways Americans build their immunity to protect themselves from harmful bacteria and illness. But many may be missing a simple step for preventing health problems. There's noth...
(ARA) - Technology is in virtually every facet of our lives, yet many of the everyday conveniences we enjoy now have been around for less than 100 years. In the kitchen, for instance, the various appliances, fixtures and gadgets that converted the onc...
(ARA) - You've made the decision to remodel your home. The budget range and project scope have been set. You've even preemptively told your sister-in-law she'll need to host Christmas (alright, that was before you knew you were going to remodel). Now w...
(ARA) - Warm weather is here to stay, which means people everywhere are spending more time outdoors. If the sunshine, gentle breeze and chirping birds are calling your family outside to enjoy some fresh air, it's time to get your outdoor space ready fo...
(ARA) - More homeowners want their outdoor space to truly be an extension of their house and are taking steps to create an inviting area to relax, play and host guests. If you want to update your deck or patio for warm weather entertaining, you don't h...
(ARA) - Sprucing up your home doesn't have to mean spending huge amounts of time and money. In fact, there are many projects that you can complete in a weekend that will improve the look and feel of your home. With a little guidance and the right tools...
(ARA) - Creating a feeling of luxury in your bathroom doesn't have to come with a high price tag or a shockingly high water bill. You can create an indulgent spa sanctuary with water-sipping faucets and toilets, as well as other water smart choices, fo...
(ARA) - The traditional "guy" - broadly defined as a man's man who can take down a tree or change his own oil - faces extinction from threats ranging from reality television to couples' baby showers. Garages are a guy's refuge from these kinds of enemi...
(ARA) - Why do-it-yourself (DIY) when you can do-it-together? Now DIYers are teaming up with friends, families or companies to tackle home improvement and spring-cleaning projects. "Tackling home improvement or maintenance projects is a great way to ...
(ARA) - With the housing market still in recovery, many American homeowners are choosing to stay put and renovate. Whether you're updating the home you love or preparing your house for resale when the market finally turns around, your outdoor living sp...
(ARA) - Gardeners who like things easy, have mobility issues or get muscle fatigue are always on the lookout for smart gardening gadgets designed to keep them playing in the dirt. This season some of the best gardening gadgets are ingenious and, often ...
(ARA) - Open a design magazine or visit a home improvement website and they'll extol the virtues of repainting as a great way to freshen a room's decor. But there are plenty of less labor-intensive ways to give a room a new look. From paint accents to...
With Spring rearing its head shortly, many homeowners look outside and get a better glimpse of what their home needs caring for the most. For some, it’s deck repairs and landscaping improvements, while others envision their home’s siding needing a new coat of paint and/or vinyl siding adjustment. Keeping those ideas fresh in mind is one …
As the temperature dips, homeowners start to realize just how well insulated their home is when bills arrive. Sometimes it could be the temperature has fallen dramatically for an extended period, leaving your thermostat virtually merciless to take a break. Although, in reality, a home’s ability to regulate temperatures better than others could be because one’s …
Looking for ways to update your home without investing too much financially is a question that many homeowners ask themselves. Making subtle updates to the core parts of your home, whether it’s replacing windows or adding newer shingles to your roof, is probably one of the best ways to counteract rising heating and cooling costs. One …
Investing in an alarm system is a good option for added home security because it provides proven theft deterrence options as well as peace of mind. Taking the time to understand the types of security alarm systems available and exactly how they will improve your home security is important so you can purchase a system tailored …
Choosing a garage door opener can be difficult because of the many options. In order to help, this article will break that decision down into the most important points and elaborate on them. 1. Safety By law, manufacturers must build openers so that they automatically reverse direction after striking something. Most openers take that a step …
When looking to renovate your backyard, one easy way to pull off a new yard that your family and friends will love is by adding a hot tub. While buying a new hot tub may seem like an easy task, there are several different features to take into account when searching for your perfect hot tub. …
Maintaining outdoor fencing and decking can be quite the challenge, particularly for those of us living in areas where there’s seasonal snowfall. Similarly, decks overlooking pools can be difficult to keep up because of the constant chlorine damage. It can become quite habitual to seasonally stain and re-stain a deck the same color it was previously, …