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February 9th, 2012 — Aesthetics, concrete, Curb Appeal, Driveway, Guest Blogger, Handy Man, home improvement, House Paint, Landscape, Light Fixtures, Outside, Yard
It’s no secret that a house’s curb appeal can make a tremendous impact on its resale prospects. Although we always tell ourselves not to judge a book by its cover, it’s only human nature to assess something upon the first impression we form. Even if a story is great, we’re less likely to give it [...]
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February 7th, 2012 — Aesthetics, carpet, Clean, Curb Appeal, Handy Man, Outside, Porch, Project, Yard
Sometimes, all it takes to improve the look and feel of your home is a simple DIY project. It doesn’t have to take too much effort or be difficult. Not only will this make your space a more interesting place to live, but it will increase the value of your home. All that is key [...]
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February 7th, 2012 — Aesthetics, Curb Appeal, Handy Man
Whether you are selling your home, or you just want it to look its best, curb appeal is something that must be focused on. You can add quite a bit of value to your home with just a few simple fixes, but before you start, it is important to think about what your home’s curb [...]
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February 2nd, 2012 — Aesthetics, Create, Curb Appeal, Deck, Handy Man, House Value, Kitchen, Landscape, Outside, Yard
If you are looking for new ways to increase the overall value of your home, there are numerous projects that you can tackle on your own. Whether you are an experienced DIY’er, or just starting out, these projects are fun and add more than just monetary value to your home. 1. Go Green. Installing energy [...]
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January 29th, 2012 — Aesthetics, Curb Appeal, Design, Doors, Garage, Handy Man, Outside
Today, we have so many options when it comes to picking a garage door that it can be a bit overwhelming. However, there are a few guidelines and tips you can use to make the selection process a lot easier. Let’s take a look at the four main types of doors, as well as their [...]
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January 15th, 2012 — Aesthetics, Curb Appeal, Handy Man, Replace, Windows
Replacing your windows can bring numerous benefits to your home. Not only will they look nicer and add value to your property, but you can also gain significant energy savings. Most new windows are now heat and cold efficient and will greatly reduce the amount of drafts coming in as well as UV rays. If [...]
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December 30th, 2011 — Clean, concrete, Curb Appeal, Driveway, Handy Man, Replace
If you have a driveway that is made out of asphalt, then understanding the essentials behind driveway crack repair is going to be rather necessary. There are a number of benefits to using an asphalt driveway over one made out of gravel or dirt, including a longer lifespan and better durability. Sealing your driveway will [...]
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December 25th, 2011 — Curb Appeal, fence, Fix, Handy Man, Repair
There are a number of different reasons why you might find yourself needing to repair a gate. Troubleshooting what is actually going on with the gate is typically going to let you know what needs to be done in order to repair the problem. If you have a sagging gate, then the culprit may be [...]
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December 23rd, 2011 — Curb Appeal, Handy Man, Yard
Even though you may be done with mowing for the year, that doesn’t mean that your lawn doesn’t need more attention before winter strikes. Whether you live in a warm climate or a cold one, by taking the time to take care of your lawn before winter comes, you can be assured of having a [...]
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December 15th, 2011 — Curb Appeal, Flooring, Handy Man, Walls
