home remodeling HillsboroughIf you live in an older home and wonder what you can do to make your home more energy efficient, you aren’t alone. Before you start making changes, you need to assess your home. This can either be done by a certified contractor who performs energy audits or you can start by doing your own energy inspection. [click to continue…]

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Color Trends For Spring and Summer 2013

by Rachel Laurendeau on May 23, 2013

bath remodel IndianapolisThe Pantone Color Institute has picked the top colors for Spring and Summer 2013. If you’ve been out shopping for clothing, home accessories or paint lately, you’ve probably noticed that the season’s hot colors are cheerful lemon zest yellow, cool lime, nectarine orange, violet, dusk blue, grayed jade, emerald green, linen and poppy red. [click to continue…]

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Choosing the Right Screen Door

by Rachel Laurendeau on May 22, 2013

screen doors New HavenAh, bliss! I just came in from eating my lunch and soaking up some sunshine on our back deck. Of course, as I sat there, I couldn’t help but make a mental list of a few home improvements we need to scratch off our list this summer.

For one, the French doors leading onto the deck are screaming out for screen doors so that all of that fresh air can waft into the house! [click to continue…]

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Building a Safe Room or Storm Shelter

by Rachel Laurendeau on May 21, 2013

basement finishing MissouriAfter the violent and catastrophic tornado and storms in Oklahoma and other parts of the Midwest his week, we felt it would be important to take a moment to pause in honor of everyone who has been affected. [click to continue…]

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Brigthen Up Your Bathroom

by Rachel Laurendeau on May 20, 2013

Nashville tub refinishingIt’s pretty common for bathrooms to feel small and dark, despite our best efforts. But, there are certainly some tricks from decorating experts that you can use to brighten things up and let the light shine in on your bathroom. [click to continue…]

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Major Home Improvements To Expect When Buying A Fixer-Upper

May 16, 2013

So you’ve bought a fixer-upper and you have a list of urgent home improvements a mile long. How do you know where to start?

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Man Cave Essentials

May 15, 2013

I think it’s safe to assume that many men dream of having their very own “man cave;” a little spot in the house that is theirs for hanging out, hosting friends, and furnishing any way they like.

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The Home Baker – Best Countertop Surfaces

May 14, 2013

Chocolate rapsberry tarts. Blueberry pie. Apple strudel. Strawberry rhubarb Danishes. Cream puffs with peach preserves. As we head into the warm summer months, I start looking forward to the seasonal harvests and all the fresh fruit that will abound. And of course, I also look forward to all of the baking that can be done [...]

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Deck Out Your Front Porch

May 10, 2013

With the trend toward outdoor living and outdoor rooms continuing in popularity, more and more people are trying to find ways to create perfect living spaces in their yards. If you’re lucky enough to already have a courtyard, deck, gazebo, patio or porch, you already have the bones for your outdoor room.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Air Conditioner – Simple Spring Maintenance

May 9, 2013

Spring is the perfect time to undertake maintenance on your air conditioner. This way, you know that it will be in perfect running order in a few weeks when you really need it.

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