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We all like to feel like we got our money's worth when we make a purchase—especially a large one. So when this homeowner spent over $16,000 to solve a problem that wasn't fixed, she was rightly upset.

As winter rolls in, now is a good time to check your home and make sure that you aren’t welcoming in a slew of winter pests. Follow these helpful tips to protect your home this winter.

Some septic tanks can go up to three years between cleanings, but many could benefit from an annual pumping. We recommend going through your septic tank maintenance checklist twice a year, at the beginning of winter and the beginning of summer.

While you may have spent years considering your addition, when it comes to actually planning an addition, you need to ask yourself and your contractor some important questions.

If you've grown tired of staring at the same four walls, maybe it's time to shake things up a bit. The perfect kitchen remodel takes planning and good choices. But with these tips and tricks, you can have the kitchen of your dreams.

In this case, not only did the builders refuse to fix the home, they wouldn't even listen to their own contractors!

For homeowners, now is a critical time for the health of your roof. Getting your roof ready for fall—and for the oncoming winter, too—is the best way to ensure that your roof lasts as long as possible.

It’s not surprising that picking the perfect new doors can feel daunting. However, if you follow a process to help you make your decision, you can pick the perfect new doors without driving yourself mad.

Whether you have a dirt or concrete crawl space, moisture in your crawl space is a huge problem that needs to be addressed.

When it comes to more complicated plumbing problems, well-meaning homeowners often cause more problems than they solve. Here are some of the very good reasons why you need a professional plumber.

With the advancement of video and audio technology, a top-notch movie-viewing experience has come within reach of even frugal enthusiasts. Whether you are building a dedicated theater in your home or just upgrading your living room setup, you can build a

If you get a DIY electrical project wrong, at best, your new outlet, fixture, etc., won’t work. And at worst you risk a dangerous shock or even a fire. Using an electrician for running new wires keeps you safe from improper wiring that could endanger your

As every homeowner knows, keeping gutters clean and clear is not always easy. Here are four ways you can keep your gutters clear.

If you find yourself rummaging through overstuffed drawers and crammed hangers just to get dressed every day, it may be time for a closet makeover. Believe it or not, you can plan the perfect closet with as much or as little space as you have.