Hiring a contractor or handyman can be one of the most important decisions a homeowner makes. After all, the wrong choice can lead to you paying way more than expected for a job that is nowhere near what was promised. But with so many construction professionals in the marketplace, how do you know if you’re …
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, not all gifts are created equal. Cards, chocolates, and flowers get all the attention, but they’re not exactly the most unique ways to express your love. We feel the best gifts are those that can be enjoyed every day, so with that in mind, here are three home improvements …
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January offers us a fresh start. With the help of New Year’s resolutions, we chart a course through the coming months designed to improve our appearance, effectiveness, and quality of life. The promise of a new beginning can also apply to our homes, however. Just like us, a home will eventually show its age. But …
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We’ve turned the page to a new year, which means it’s time to replace that old calendar with one dedicated to 2020. As we leaf through its pages, recording dates of upcoming work schedules, medical appointments, and social events, it gets us thinking about all the home improvement and maintenance projects that will fill these …
The holidays are supposed to be a season of peace, but it can be anything but for some people. Last-minute flights, traffic delays, visits from in-laws, and never-ending cooking and baking requirements are enough to strain a yuletide spirit. The biggest cause of holiday headaches, however, is gift-buying. According to one national consumer study, nearly …
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Black Friday may be over, but there are still plenty of days left this shopping season. Holiday buying is expected to see around a 4% increase this year, and retailers of every size are competing for the business bonanza. But with forecasts projecting a 14 to 18% increase in online sales, and major retailers filling …
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The holidays are here. It won’t be long until our stomachs swell from eating so much turkey and stuffing. Soon after, stores and shopping malls will be just as bloated with scores of shoppers in search of holiday deals. But there’s something else that’s synonymous with the extended Thanksgiving weekend: the start of decorating season. …
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When Old Man Winter moves in next month, Maryland will be in store for several weeks of snow, ice, and whipping winds. Luckily, we can stay warm inside our homes, but only after weather-stripping doors and winterizing windows. It’s not the most tantalizing task, but weather-stripping is a crucial component to weathering winter in comfort …
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You have to ask yourself a few questions. Especially if you plan to remove this old wallpaper, then you need to know what you’re dealing with. Many homeowners make the mistake of using the wrong wallpaper removal techniques for their situation. But with a little investigation, you can answer the following and make this task …
Now that cooler temperatures have arrived, your entertaining can move indoors—for better or worse. If you notice a lingering smoke smell before or after your party, don’t wait to take action. While campfire smoke can actually be almost pleasant, cigarette and cigar smoke are among the most overpowering odors. They’re noticeable the moment you walk …