Category Archives: Home Improvement

Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We all know that summer is fast approaching. There are a whole set of home issues to deal with come the hot months. Here is a short list of things to keep in mind and make sure your home stays … Continue reading →

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Top Home Improvement Trends of 2011

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Tom Robinson

Source: eLocal.com

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DIY versus Hiring Professional

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Tom Robinson

In the down economy, many people have resorted to Do-It-Yourself (DIY) projects with hopes of saving a ton of money. That is certainly something to consider when thinking of home remodeling, but also beware of the potential costs of DIY … Continue reading →

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Granite By Design | Choosing a Granite Countertop

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Tom Robinson

We recently interviewed Dave Esslinger, owner of Granite By Design in Indiana, about how you would go about choosing a granite fabricator for your home projects. To recap: Reputation – He noted that most of his business comes from Angie’s … Continue reading →

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Low sink water pressure? No problem!

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Tom Robinson

Do you get frustrated by your sink’s low water pressure? It can make simple things like cooking and cleaning the dishes a major hassle. The Family Handyman has a great and simple way to potentially take care of this issue. … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Remodels Prove to be Great Investment

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Tom Robinson

Of all the things you can do to upgrade your home, few will give you the return on investment that kitchen remodeling does. According to recent reports, you can expect an almost 73% return (or added value to your home) … Continue reading →

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How would you “Spice Up My Kitchen”?

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Tom Robinson

Did you know that HGTV has an entire show dedicated to kitchen design and renovations? Spice Up My Kitchen takes a dysfunctional and ugly kitchen, provides two choices for a makeover, and lets the homeowner decide which direction to go. … Continue reading →

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Things To Know Before Hiring A Contractor

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Tom Robinson

When you invite a contractor in to your home you are offering a fair amount of trust to that professional.  You are trusting them to work in your home, you are trusting them to be an expert and to know … Continue reading →

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