Tag: Home Impovements

Posted on 08/01/2021
Make Your Outdoor Getaway Space Welcoming
Photo by Tod Franklin via Pixabay What makes you happy? Do you love to sit and read? Or are you more of a hang-out-with-friends kind of homeowner? Regardless of what moves you, there's a way to create space for it in your own backyard. Even better -- you can increase your home's resale value in the process. Use...
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Posted on 05/23/2021
Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions of Local HOA Can Limit Green Improvements
Photo by Maria Godfrida via Pixabay For a homeowner who wants to make green improvements and renovations to their personal property, the Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions, or CC&Rs, of the local homeowner association can pose problems that cost time, money and freedom of choice. This is especially true for homeowners who wish to make structural or aesthetic changes...
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Posted on 03/21/2021
Types of Windbreaks for Your Terrace
Image by AlexandreZveiger from Shutterstock If you like the outdoors, spending time on the terrace or balcony at your home is a great way to enjoy the fresh air and spend time with family and friends. But sometimes windy weather or lack of privacy can create a challenge. Consider installing a windbreak to make your outdoor space more...
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Posted on 01/19/2020
Getting the Most Out of Your Home's Green Upgrades
Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay Did you know buyers are willing to pay nearly 3.5 percent more for a home that features green or high-performance features? And while that may not sound like a lot, it factors out to be a whopping $8,750 for every $250,000. The key to getting the most for your green upgrades, however, lies...
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Posted on 10/06/2019
Five Things You Might Skip During Your House Cleaning
Here are some secret places where dirt and germs accumulate. Kitchen - The Sponge Even though we take time to clean the sink and worktop, there is something that often escapes our routine cleaning... the kitchen sponge. How to take care of it? Opt for sponges that are good quality, dependable, and wash with hot water. The hot...
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