Building Permits: When a Permit Is Required and When It’s Not
You have the vision. You know what you want. But getting that sparkling new kitchen or expansive master closet isn’t as easy as making a wish and snapping your fingers. From the beginning, your project is set up for numerous ...
The 7 Most-Needed Repair Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Relax. Here’s how to make short work of every common repair annoyance from a leaky toilet to a sticky window. Check out Houselogic’s 7 repair tip videos here.
Cost vs. Value – 2015 Update On What Home Improvement Projects Are Worth
Thinking of doing some home improvements before selling your home? Which home upgrades score big with buyers? REALTORS® in markets across the country each year judge the effects of 35 home improvement projects on sales prices in Remodeling magazine's annual ...
Substantial Snow or Blizzard On Your Door Step – What Should I Do? Here Are 6 Quick Tips
Some new homeowners or renters may not be aware of (beyond the media calls for gas, bread and milk) what they should do around the house before and during the storm. While communicating this to my daughter, I figured it ...
Tightening Your Belt On Home Ownership Costs & Preventative Maintenance Pays Dividends
The calendar change to a new year can be an inspiration for resolutions that are often centered on one’s body and mind. The start of the New Year can also be a catalyst for a homeowner to embark on pruning ...
5 Holiday Hosting Disasters and How to Avoid Them
Take a look at the most common things that can go wrong when you have guests and learn how to prevent them. Imagine you’re preparing to host your annual holiday party, and you’re past the point of no return. The ...
How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House
Make sure you have the time, skills, and desire to embark on home improvement projects before buying a fixer-upper house. Trying to decide whether to buy a fixer-upper house? Follow these seven steps, and you’ll know how much you can ...
10 Things a Burglar Doesn’t Want You to Know
Successful burglars have lots in common — home owners who unwittingly give invitations to robbery. Here’s how thieves thank you for your generosity. You come home to an open front door, a ransacked house, and missing valuables. How did a ...
Running Bamboo and You…
Bamboo abatement job in Groton, CT. This image is from a bamboo abatement company in Bozrah, CT. A follow up to our November 27, 2013 "The Plants You Shouldn’t Plant In Your Yard!" post concerning running bamboo. June 6, ...
Best Money-Saving DIY Projects
You’re going to save money with do it yourself home improvement projects. Sure, everybody knows that. But did you know how much? Cut professionals out of the equation and you can save half the cost of a project — or ...
