Are you planning to install retrofit recessed lighting in your home, garage, or other residential space? You probably already know that retrofit recessed lighting installations prevent as much as 10% of your heating from escaping through the ceiling, so there’s no question that retrofit recessed lighting can save you money on monthly energy … [Read more...]
Enhance your Garage Curb Appeal
“Curb appeal” is another word for (the ever important) first impression. Curb appeal is an important factor in determining a property’s value when buying or selling a home. If you plan on selling your home soon or in the future, it is a good investment to improve the curb appeal of your property, so you can request a higher price. There are many … [Read more...]
Insulating Your Attic
Why invest in insulation? Well, it’s like a wooly hat for your house. Most people don’t know that 32% of their house’s heat escapes through the roof of their house. This is not appreciated by anyone because heating in the winter and cooling in the summer can become a major expense in your household. However, keeping your home at an ideal … [Read more...]
The Best Mobile Apps for Home Improvement
Have a summer project in mind? Great! Do you need a little help with some ideas along the way? Here are 5 apps that will help you get your creativity motivated along the way: 1. HOUZZ Houzz is considered the “Wikipedia of Interior and Exterior Design” with its large online database of home design. This app is a social network for … [Read more...]
Popular Home Trends of 2015
Spring is almost here, now is the perfect time to update your home. We all know that the modern home is always changing. Take a look at 6 popular home trends of 2015. 1. Energy – Efficiency Home owners are becoming more interested in the energy and cost-saving home options. Take advantage of these federal and state incentives by visiting … [Read more...]
Sustainable Flooring: Bamboo vs. Cork
Sustainable Flooring is derived from materials that reduce demands on our ecosystem during its life-cycle. This encompasses all aspects of production, from harvest, usage, as well as disposal of the product. Many believe that sustainable flooring promotes buildings that are much safer and better healthier for those residing in them. It is very … [Read more...]
