Milwaukee, Wis. – Use caution when hiring a home improvement contractor, especially following a major storm, flood, or other weather event when many homeowners are trying to repair their homes. However, contractor scams can happen at any time, so be wary of high-pressure sales tactics, upfront fees, and fly-by-night businesses. Con artists will take homeowners’ money…
1. The Home Depot Multiple locations; homedepot.com The challenge that comes with a trip to The Home Depot isn’t finding what you need. Rather, it’s trying to avoid the allure of the rows of colorful plants, aisles of sparkling home lights and walls of paint samples while you’re looking for that tool you think you…
4. Repair roofs Remove branches and other debris that collect on roofs, Graham recommends. Repair or replace loose shingles and deteriorating flashing seals around vents and chimneys to keep out water. If you have a flat roof, patch cracked or blistered seams. DIYers should be cautious about getting up on the roof and take safety…
1. HVAC System If your HVAC system is on the fritz, you may be tempted to diagnose and fix the problem yourself. However, check the details of your home warranty because you may be required to have the system evaluated and repaired by a licensed contractor. Even if the issue seems like an easy fix,…
When original “Tool Time girl” Pamela Anderson left the popular ABC sitcom Home Improvement due to scheduling conflicts with Baywatch, producers were quick to consider a previous guest star to take her place. Debbe Dunning, who had joined the cast for a week in the second season as the winsome and memorably named Kiki Van…
Recently I’ve been diving into home improvement projects. I like them on the border of loving them. They are fulfilling, because at the end of it all, you are left with a clean wall, newly colored cabinets or maybe even just a really frilly, upscaled dollar store soap dispenser. There’s something to be said of…
February 17, 2022 – 07:49 GMT Chloe Best A garden office could add £22k to the value of your home, according to new research. Find out what other home improvements could add the biggest value to your house Many of us carry out extensive renovation works at home in the hope that they…
DON’T let your dreams of a home renovation be dashed by high prices – believe it or not, a DIY project can be easier and less expensive than you expect. According to new research by home experts, you can save thousands by tackling home projects yourself, including one addition that pros could complete for up…
