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Home Improvement Costs & Home Remodeling Ideas

Most homeowners embarking on any relatively ambitious home remodeling project need to have a general sense of the cost before taking the first step. It is possible to plunge into painting the living room or self-installing vinyl flooring in a small bathroom, all without tabulating project costs, since materials cost is typically low and the labor is free. But medium or large projects like additions, basement finishing, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and major plumbing remodels usually come with high enough costs that planning and preparation are necessary.

While no one can give you a firm remodel cost estimate without seeing your exact situation, it is possible to hazard a few rough figures for many of the most desired projects.

 

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21 Types of Granite Countertops

Learn all you need to know about granite, from installing, cost, cleaning, removing stains, and even picking out the perfect sink to accompany it!

Granite is a fantastic material for countertops, whether they’re in your bathroom, kitchen, or in a home bar area. It’s incredibly durable: you can set hot pans and pots on it, spill wine on it without staining, and (if it’s sealed properly) you can even skip the cutting board!

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7 Strategies for a well Designed Kitchen

What’s the most important room in your house? For me it’s the kitchen. I love to eat, cook and spend time with family, and the kitchen is where I can do it all. With today’s busy schedules, mealtimes are often the only times families have to spend with one another. So how can you have the perfect kitchen for your lifestyle, stay within your budget and maximize resale value?

One of the most important steps in any project is starting with a great design. It’s not just about looks, it’s more about function and adding value to your life. More than any other room in the house, a kitchen has to be well thought out, carefully configured and designed to accommodate multiple functions. You probably spend more time in your kitchen than any other room, and that’s exactly why it’s so important to start with a great design. Consider these seven ways to get there.

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Remodeling Cost vs. Value

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The average national prices for projects in REMODELING’s Cost vs. Value Report mask vast differences in how much a particular project costs in each of the 101 metro areas surveyed. Particularly for bathroom additions, a midrange project in one city can cost more than an upscale addition somewhere else.

We compare average cost for 21 popular remodeling projects in 149 markets with the value those projects retain at resale in 100 U.S. markets. Check out this year’s trends and how they compare to prior years.

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Design Tips for a Functional & Fun Laundry Room

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No matter how you hang it, iron it, or fold it, dirty laundry is a reality that no one can truly dodge.

Yet today’s cultural consensus, according to design-heavy social media posts and the public declarations of various celebrity influencers who actually like doing laundry, indicates that this unceasing chore has become less of a wash-and-fold workout and more of a comfort zone.

Literally.

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4 Types of Fiber Cement Siding for your Home (Pros & Cons)

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Learn all about fiber cement siding for your home here. We explain what it is, benefits, disadvantages, cost and the 4 main types.

Fiber cement siding offers a variety of advantages for homeowners. One of the most important benefits of fiber cement siding are the strength and durability it provides.

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21 Types of Gutters – Buying Guide

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Learn about all the different types of gutters you can choose for your home. Gutters are a very important home feature that helps protect your home from water damage. The gutters and features you choose can help protect your home from water damage.

Building a house requires a lot of decisions including what types of gutters to install.  If replacing gutters, you also need to consider your options.  While gutters are popular, there are alternatives to gutters.

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7 Alternatives to Gutters on Houses

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While most homes use gutters, you don’t have to. Perhaps you want something better or something that looks better? Hate maintaining gutters? Here are 7 alternatives to regular gutters.

Most homes use regular gutters, you don’t have to use them.  Perhaps you don’t like the look of them or the maintenance or you simply want to try something different.

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Are Rain Gutters Necessary for Your Home?

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Rain gutters are the most controversial type of gutter. They are generally not required by law on a sloping roof, and many modern homes omit them, even in instances where they are beneficial. In order to decide for yourself whether rain gutters are necessary for your home, it is best to first weigh the facts.

If you are like many homeowners, you have probably wondered whether gutters are even necessary. After all, they are prone to clogging, attract nesting birds, can only handle a limited volume of water, and can eventually pull away from your roof or tilt. Some roofers even advise against them.

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