Homeowners across the nation are not only spending more money on remodeling – they’re tackling much larger, more aesthetic and more expensive home improvement projects than five or six years ago. Instead of just replacing a faucet and handle, they’re upgrading the whole sink (…and what good is an updated sink if it’s next to…
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September 25, 2018 More Homeowners Will Stay Put New data from the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index of home prices shows that the pace of home price increase is still elevated, but is finally starting to slow, as we had been anticipating. The 20-City Composite posted a 5.9% year-over-year gain in July, down from 6.4% in…
September 13, 2018 Residents of the Carolinas, Virginia and Maryland, take caution. Even if you don’t get a direct hit from Hurricane Florence, it is likely to bring potentially dangerous floods. Heavy rainfall over the last four or five months has saturated the ground in the Carolinas, making flooding that much more likely, and worsening…
August 28, 2018 New data from the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index of home prices shows that the pace of home price increase is still elevated, but is finally starting to slow, as was inevitable. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index showed a 6.2% annual rate of increase in June, down from 6.4% in…
Wood or Vinyl Window Comparison Guide: Pros, Cons and Costs Whether you’re shopping for windows as replacements or for new construction, you’re dealing with an installation that is meant to last decades. Therefore, it’s a challenge to decide between the two most durable and reliable materials: wood and vinyl. Below, we outline the pros and…
Carpet or Hardwood Floors for Bedrooms, Living Rooms and More On This Page What’s the Difference Between Carpeting & Wooden Flooring? Carpet comes in a great variety of colors, styles, textures and thickness. It is a good insulator and even muffles sound, which is why many homeowners and renters still prefer it in their bedrooms….
Sod vs. Seed: Which is Better for Your Real Grass Lawn? If your lawn is patchy and thin, you have several options for bringing it to life. Two of the most common methods are seeding and sodding. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and which one is right for you will depend on your…
You scraped together the down payment, endured the gauntlet of the house hunt, and signed enough documents at closing to cause a serious hand cramp. Welcome to homeownership! Now the real fun starts. Owning a home is one of life’s great accomplishments and a source of endless pleasure and pride. But it’s also a huge…
May 1, 2018 With home improvement season in full swing, homeowners are looking at much-need upgrades and repairs. For most of us, though, there’s no such thing as a bottomless remodeling budget. That’s why it’s essential to get a handle on what things costs and then set your priorities accordingly. To help in that process,…
You’ve figured out your home improvement to-do list for the year—hopefully using HomeAdvisor’s True Cost Guide to ensure there’s room in the budget to tackle the various projects. Now you’re ready to start lining up pros to do the work. Of course, hiring a general contractor for a whole-house renovation is more involved than finding…
Vinyl or Wood Fencing – Pros & Cons When it comes to backyard privacy and security, choosing a vinyl or wooden fence are both sound and reasonably-priced options. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each type to decide which is right for your home. On This Page Vinyl Fences Vinyl fencing is an attractive…
