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When To Give Your Home’s Siding A Makeover

Even in the coldest period of the year, it’s still always possible to dream big with quality home improvements.  Now granted, it’s probably not wise to do any extensive remodeling to the outside of your home, especially with regards to … Continue reading →
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By Kyle O'Brien in Articles, Green/Recycling, Home Improvement, Home/Garden, Maintenance/Repair | No Comments » Tags: | | |
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What’s the Real Deal When Remodeling?

There are two subjects that are guaranteed to get cocktail party conversation going-real estate, and remodeling stories. Once you’ve become one with a house, the next step, typically, is to make changes. Remodeling works the same as relationships do. You … Continue reading →
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By RevaKussmaul in Articles, Home Improvement | 1 Comment » Tags: | | |
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Thoughts When Hiring a Contractor – Remodel Gone Good

Belonging to BBB is good – not necessarily. Remember, anyone who may not like the least little thing about a contractor can complain. Consider on-line reviews with a grain of salt when it comes to remodeling. Lowest price is best/highest … Continue reading →
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7 Secrets for Successfully Monitoring Your Remodel Project

1. Know exactly how much you can spend on your project and make sure the contractor knows exactly how much they need to earn. How would you know this? Ask. Make sure you let them know “it’s not so you … Continue reading →
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By RevaKussmaul in All Topics, Home Improvement, Home/Garden | No Comments » Tags: | | | |
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Save Dough This Winter

Living in a condo, it’s not always easy to save the association’s money.  Often, the big ticket items like use of  water and oil depend on the behavior of everyone in the condo community.   There are 66 units in our … Continue reading →
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By rosemarywhite in Articles, Everyday Expenses, Home Improvement, Home/Garden, Maintenance/Repair, Money | No Comments » Tags: | |
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7 Secrets to a Smooth Remodeling Project

“AREN’T YOU FINISHED YET!?” The larger the project the longer it’s going to take. At some point during the project everyone realizes the honeymoon is over and YOU wish “they’d get out!” At the beginning of a remodel things seem … Continue reading →
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Secrets to a Solid Home Improvement Contract

Clarity, Simplicity & Purpose – the secrets to a solid home improvement contract Clear Verbal Communication & Detailed Written Contracts Can Prevent Home Improvement Nightmares Before starting major home improvements or modifications, you must build a solid foundation with clear … Continue reading →
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By RevaKussmaul in Articles, Home Improvement, Home/Garden, Interior Design, Maintenance/Repair | No Comments » Tags: | | | |
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Am I Crazy?

I was reading an article in Remodeling Magazine the other day and I was very curious about the fact that several contractors were interviewed for the article and one of the things that really stuck out to me was one … Continue reading →
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By RevaKussmaul in Articles, Home Improvement, Home/Garden, Interior Design, Maintenance/Repair | No Comments » Tags: | | | |
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Remodeling Courtesy – both sides now!

What both homeowners and contractors must remember is this, not every homeowner a contractor interviews is a good client for them and not every contractor a homeowner interviews is a good fit for them.  That is why it’s preventative “medicine” … Continue reading →
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Style is Subjective

What is your style? Do you dress up or dress down? Do you dress in a classic, modern or vintage way or perhaps strive for something more individual? It has often been said that pet owners look like their dogs … Continue reading →
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By AlexC in Home Improvement, Home/Garden, Interior Design | No Comments » Tags: | | |
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