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Identifying and Solving Moisture Problems

Common causes of basement moisture, their symptoms and the solutions to the problems.... more

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Painting Wood Cabinets

Cabinets looking old? Before you buy new ones, consider giving your old ones a new coat of paint.... more

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Preparing Your Home for Sale

Tips on preparing your home for sale, including sprucing up storage and kitchen areas, walls, windows and more.... more

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Homebuyer Tax Credit Gives a Break to Homeowners

You might get a break on your 2008 taxes if you meet some very specific requirements for the homebuyer tax credits. ... more

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Preparing Appliances for Moving

Safely move your washer, dryer, refrigerator, range and more.... more

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How to Hire a Pro Home Inspector

It's a critical decision that you must get right. Be sure to hire a qualified pro home inspector to detect problems in a house before you buy.... more

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How to Hire Kitchen and Bath Designers

Let the complexity of your project guide what kind of designer you hire.... more

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What You Should Know When Adding a Sunroom

Options, tips and ideas for planning a sunroom, greenhouse or screened-in porch for your home.... more

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Remodeling Contract Musts

An inside guide to remodeling contracts include these details. ... more

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Finding & Selecting a Home Builder

Tips on finding, evaluating and choosing a custom home builder, with a checklist of factors to consider.... more

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The Importance of Design Drawings

How design drawings help make your home improvement dream a reality.... more

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Make Your Home Improvement Project Happen

How to put your home project into action, from hiring consultants and general contractors to doing it yourself... more

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