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The remodeling trend continues to grow nationwide as more and more people are choosing to upgrade their current homes instead of moving to a new one. Remodeling can happen all at once or step by step. Smaller changes are a great place to start and get your feet wet especially if you plan to do it yourself. A great upgrade that drastically changes the look in your home is the surface you walk on each day: the flooring.
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What if you could easily save money and help the environment at the same time? You can. All it takes is a little expert advice on how to make your home more energy-efficient.
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Consumer demand for green homes has more builders and designers than ever before looking to create homes that are good for the environment and the occupants’ health. While many modern solutions to decades-old environmental concerns rely on leading edge technology, green-minded homeowners are finding a fit with a time-tested product that has been around for 4,000 years: ceramic tile.
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You’ve come a long way, baby! Besides bringing home the bacon, you’re buying the home and fixing it up, too. According to Fannie Mae, the number of single female homeowners will rise from 17 million to 30 million, (a 76 percent increase), from 2004 to 2010. What’s even more astounding is that now, many of these women are tackling home repairs.
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Do you take clean water for granted? As one of the basic necessities of life, you are constantly consuming water. Whether you are drinking it, cleaning with it or using it in your home appliances, the quality of your water affects your life.
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Most architects and real estate experts agree curb appeal is the most important first impression of a home. The outside -- from the home’s landscaping to the exterior, to the windows, front door and outdoor lighting -- all impact whether a prospective buyer gets out of the car to take a look or keeps driving.
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Replacing your home’s existing windows or choosing windows for a new home is an important decision. The materials, features and options are vast and understanding which windows and patio doors may be best can be difficult. Here's advice on getting started and finding the right windows for your home.
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