How to Avoid Buying a Money Pit
A guide from home improvement expert Don Vandervort on finding the right fixer-upper Though the movie is hilarious at times, the reality of getting in over your head is more tragedy than comedy. Broadly speaking, a totally “together” house is more expensive than a fixer upper and offers less opportunity for growing its value—that’s why […]
First Steps for Do-It-Yourselfers
Are you considering jumping headfirst into a major home DIY project? If you are, take a moment to consider a few important preliminary steps. Home improvements can be like a Chinese puzzle in complexity, with interlocking parts that must proceed in exactly the right direction and order or it simply doesn’t work. Planning is key. […]
Converting a Basement
In This Article: Increasing Basement Ceiling Headroom An expert DIY guide on converting a basement into a livable space. Provides tips for clearing the space, heating and cooling, increasing headroom, and more. One of the most efficient ways to gain that extra space is to make your basement a livable area. If your home has […]