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Rectangular, round, kidney-shaped, square, above ground or permanent in-ground – the style choices are endless. But there is also another choice to consider when you are thinking about adding a pool to your home. Would you like it to be the salt-water version? written by RE Writer
There are many options for the home owner to purchase flooring that has a lower impact on the environment than ‘traditional' materials. Sustainable materials are healthier and often very economical when the long-term benefits are considered. And, of course, an “eco-friendly” floor material is great advertising if you wish to sell. written by RE Writer
For approximately $100, you can purchase a starter kit that will allow you to control a number of units in your home. This kit includes hardware such as timers and wireless control components. It also offers computer software to interface with the system controls and appliances in your home, either when you are home or off site. written by Joe Samson
Another money-saving benefit of living in a LEED-certified house is the increased use of solar power. Homeowners are able to generate their own energy and enjoy a significant decrease the monthly cost of utilities. written by RE Writer
While many homes on the market right now are newly finished homes, there are always many more that are older, in need of renovations, or are just a little run down and in need of some TLC. While many home owners paint their houses before they put them on the market to attract more buyers, moldings and trim aren’t often installed as an accent just for sales, or if they are existing in the home they often need replacing. written by Lynn Bulmer
Having regular maintenance on all chimneys will be an added feature when you are in a position to sell your home. Buyers will know that not only can they enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a fireplace, they will can be sure their home is safe from fire or other dangers, such as carbon monoxide poisoning. written by Lauren Kline
For the interior of your home, a decent wet/dry vac can be very handy in the wintertime. You can use a wet/dry vac to suck up spills, pools of melted snow, the overflow from your washing machine, or small floods in the basement. This is a great item to have all year round due to its versatility. written by Greg Smith
When deer are hungry, they will eat almost anything, so buying the so-called deer-proof plants may be a waste of money. Even juniper bushes, normally distasteful to deer, will be eaten in a phase of extreme hunger. They may even chew on the bark of trees, using that as roughage. written by Greg Smith
Is it time to build that shed you've always talked about? Are your backyard toys and paraphernalia multiplying like mushrooms and becoming an eyesore for your neighbors? written by Lauren Kline
No matter what kind of cooking you actually do, there are some general basics that are useful for any kitchen; and even if you have some of these items already, it’s nice to have new things for your new house, especially if you’ve been using the castoffs that your family donated to you when you moved out. written by Karrie Rose
One of the biggest issues in home real estate currently that isn’t directly related to home financing is the problem of defective Chinese drywall. This noxious product gives off sulphur gas—both carbon disulfide and carbonyl sulphide—which gives off a rotten egg smell and forms other compounds when it reacts with substances in the home. written by Brayan Peter
The most important component of the home is roof. The structure which forms a protective covering on the top of the building is called roof and the process is called roofing. It gives protection to your home from various weather conditions. The infrastructure of the home will be incomplete without the construction of roof or ceiling. written by RE Writer
Now that you’ve found the perfect home for your family, it’s time to take a look into making sure that your family will enjoy their new home in safety. The majority of accidents that happen to people occur in the “safety” of your own home; it’s even easier to suffer some kind of accident when you’re newly living in unfamiliar surroundings. written by Cristian Stan
We are all looking for ways of save money. Especially in today's economy, money, for some of us, is tight. Listed below are 7 tips that may save you money on your home repair bills. written by Karrie Rose
Next clean the walkways around your home so that the decaying leaves don’t create a slipping hazard. Finally, clean the leaves off your lawn so that the feeble rays of winter sun can reach the grass; leaves on your lawn will encourage fungal growth. written by RE Writer
It’s also good to keep in mind the difference between how your yard is going to look in the summer to how it will look in the fall and winter when many trees will lose their leaves. Creating a balance of evergreen and deciduous trees can give you a nice balance whereby you give up some of your privacy in exchange for more light in the dim winter months. written by RE Writer
If you’ve never had a composting system before or you have moved from a home that had a previously set-up composter in the yard and moved to one that does not, it may seem a little daunting to plan making a new one. A new composting system doesn’t have to be a high tech endeavor however, they can be as simple or complex as you want to make them. written by Karrie Rose
Basement leaks can cause more than just water damage and mould problems however; excess moisture is also a good environment for termites and dry rot to progress in. written by RE Writer
Storm windows can come in an interior or exterior variety; each of these types has its own pros and cons so that your storm window choice should reflect your particular home needs. Interior storm windows come in a variety of types and complexities, ranging from a simple film taped over the inside of the window frame to the more complex magnetic seal acrylic glazed models. written by Brayan Peter
A home improvement project requires that the part of the home that needs repair or improvement is only renovated. This does affect the rest of the house, although no work is done throughout the house. A lot of money can be saved with proper planning and execution. Penticton, situated in the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, is nestled between two beautiful lakes. written by RE Writer
Reliability comes with a good referral. If you know someone who has recently given their kitchen a facelift, and had great results, ask which company they hired. When you do find a good contractor, be prepared to wait. The best companies are usually booked months in advance. written by Andy Asbury
Home invasions are growing in numbers all over the country. Unlike regular burglaries, where property theft is the main objective, home invasions usually occur when the residents are home and can have much more serious consequences. written by RE Writer
During the week you do all the right things to encourage a green lifestyle. You diligently separate your garbage, recycle what you can, add to a backyard composter, use energy saving lightbulbs and use a programmable thermostat. Then, the weekend comes and off you go to your lakeside cabin and all of this green thinking goes out the window. Out come the paper plates, you crank up the electric heat, BBQ twice a day and throw all your recyclables into the garbage. written by RE Writer
Even a task as innocuous as painting can be costly if a homeowner doesn't know what he or she is doing. By improperly preparing the painting surface, the whole job may be botched, and require a professional to come and smooth out the wrinkles. written by Leslie Eskildsen
Smoke alarms can work in a few different ways; the most common are optical, ionization, and air sampling detectors. Optical detectors are generally the best for not going off over minor issues like smoke from cooking; ionization alarms are cheaper but so sensitive that they are prone to nuisance alarms from minor smoke from cooking and toasting food. written by Leslie Eskildsen
The modern radiant heated floor was invented by Frank Lloyd Wright, an American architect after experiencing the traditional Korean version which uses hot air from a kitchen fire. Wright's version uses pipes with hot water running through them instead of air channels to heat the floor but there is a modern version available now that uses an electric system as well. written by RE Writer
Your interior decorating efforts can create a sense of Zen at home in a number of ways, starting with the old adage, "A place for everything, and everything in its place". written by Karrie Rose
When setting up a tropical garden inside, make sure that it gets a lot of sun and the plants stay well watered. You should also consider spritzing the plants lightly with water every few days to mimic the humid environment they would get in their native habitat. written by Andy Asbury
DON'T remove dead plants if you want to maintain some vegetation in your garden over the winter. Keep in mind that they will break down over the winter providing compost for your garden. In the spring, simply turn the soil over and they will magically disappear. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Residential and commercial contractors know that promoting their project as LEED Certified will shine a positive light on the building, resulting in a higher property value. << previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 next page>> |
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