DIY home improvement jobs can end in disaster. And even when they don’t, projects can become time-consuming and costly. Botched DIY home improvement jobs can also lead to quarreling among loved ones, shows a new survey from Porch.com, a home improvement website. Porch.com surveyed more than 1,000 homeowners to discover the biggest sources of tension […]
Sustainable home design is a goal that’s long been sought by builders and homeowners alike. Not only does sustainable design make a house less expensive to operate, it can also help reduce carbon emissions and other environmental impacts. It’s not trendy, and evolution can be slow, but sustainability is important to help homes continue to […]
Sustainable home design is a goal that’s long been sought by builders and homeowners alike. Not only does sustainable design make a house less expensive to operate, it can also help reduce carbon emissions and other environmental impacts. It’s not trendy, and evolution can be slow, but sustainability is important to help homes continue to […]
There are many different definitions of sustainable design, but they all share similar characteristics. When it comes to real estate, sustainable design means creating efficiencies that persist for the long term on a property. Sustainable home design is a goal that’s long been sought by builders and homeowners alike. Not only does sustainable design make […]
Two new shows are premiering on HGTV and the DIY Network this week. The first is Vintage Rehab, premiering on Tuesday, September 6, at 9pm on the DIY Network. As the network promo puts it, “So you live in an historic home, but “historic” isn’t quite the word you’d use for the dated and mostly […]
If you’re in the mind to remodel your home and you’re not sure where you should focus your efforts, or perhaps do some improvements with an eye towards upping the resale value down the road, the best person to ask is your local realtor. “Speak to a (real estate) broker who understands the mindset of […]
If you’re wondering whether now is the time to put to use all those skills you’ve learned from watching home improvement shows, you’re in good company: According to the recent “The State of Remodeling in the U.S.” report from House Method, an online resource for home improvement and maintenance, 60% of homeowners have become DIYers. It’s apparently […]
Backyard upgrades like patios can add great value and comfort to your home, whether you’re getting ready for backyard entertaining or creating the perfect lounging space for you and your family. As US News reports, having a nice backyard patio is also a big plus for many homebuyers and one of the best ways to add […]
As mortgage rates have climbed and talk of economic downturn ramps up, homeowners who waited to sell might now find themselves in a quandary as the scorching hot real estate market finally starts to cool. Mischa Fisher, Chief Economist at home services company Angi, says that all-time high property prices have made many homeowners decide to stay put and […]
Mischa Fisher, Chief Economist at home services company Angi, says that all-time high property prices have made many homeowners decide to stay put and renovate instead of buy a new home. While kitchen and bathroom remodels are typically high on the list in terms of added value, there are other smaller projects with a big payoff. […]