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Building Codes and Remodeling • Building codes are regulations that control almost every aspect of home design and construction. Here are a few of the larger code-related issues often encountered in home remodeling, and some suggestions on how you can plan for them. Read article
Condensing Boilers - A More Efficient and Inexpensive Way to Heat Your Home • Need to replace your boiler? A condensing boiler can achieve up to 98% thermal energy efficiency and save you up to 40% on your home heating billis by recouping energy that conventional furnaces and boilers lose. Payback is 2-5 years at US 2007 oil and gas prices, depending on where you live. Read article
5 Simple Gutter And Downspout Maintenance Tips To Keep Your Gutters Flowing • Before the cold sets in, it's wise to inspect your home's rain gutters and downspouts to make sure they're ready for winter. Here is a look at the five most common gutter and downspout problems along with tips to fix them. Read article...
How to Save Money on Your Energy Bill • Tired of skyrocketing energy bills? This article contains simple tips for cutting down on year 'round energy costs without crimping your lifestyle. Read article
Best Remodeling Investments - Kitchens Are HOT! • Your approach to the perfect kitchen remodel will be different if you are planning to stay in your home for the long term or thinking about resale value. A top realtor discusses important keys to a successful kitchen remodel. Read article
Cork Flooring Basics • Cork has been used as a floor covering for many centuries because of its durability and appearance. No other material has the visual detail that is found in cork flooring. It's an excellent flooring material for both homes and offices. Read article
Installing Laminate Flooring - Dos and Don'ts! • Every manufacturer of laminate flooring provides very specific instructions on the proper method of installing their product. There are however, some common dos and don'ts that apply to the installation of any laminate floor. Read article
Asphalt Shingle Roofing - The Facts • Where just a few years ago asphalt shingles were only available in simple tab configurations in blacks, grays and browns, manufacturers have expanded their product lines to include a vast array of colors, profiles, and with the use of laminate coatings have created as assortment of eye pleasing textures. Read article
Metal Roofing - The Facts • Metal roofs are gaining in popularity because of their features. They're durable, very lightweight, maintenance free, fire retardant and energy efficient. Read article
The Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters • Tankless water heaters cost more than conventional water heaters, but the benefits and payback may be worth the extra cost. Read article
Practical Green Resources for the DIYer • Want to "green" your remodel? Whether you're painting a room or planning a whole-house remodel, visit our sister-site, greenremodel.net, for useful articles and resources for ideas, materials and methods for making your next project more eco-friendly.
Simple Air Conditioner Maintenance That Saves You Money! • It's like money in your pocket: these quick and easy maintenance tips will help keep your central AC system working at top efficiency, this summer. Top efficiency means lower cooling bills. Read article
Hidden Electrical Hazards - Check Your Grounded Outlets • Shock hazards and warranty issues. If you live in an older house, you may be shocked, literally, to discover that your "grounded" (three-pronged) outlet is not really grounded, after all. How to tell and what to do about it. Read article
5 Ways to Save Money Remodeling Your Kitchen • Kitchen remodels are expensive, but there are ways to achieve a high-end look without spending a fortune. This article takes a look at how. Read article
Bathroom Remodeling; Start a Planner for Bathroom Design Success! • A bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the house; plumbing, electrical, and building code requirements can make bathroom remodeling a complex project. Even for do-it-yourselfers. Whether you are a do-it-yourself handyman or not, this article offers important information and guidelines crucial for successful bathroom remodeling and design. Don't start your bathroom remodeling project until after you've read this informative article. Read article
Fourteen Questions to Ask a Remodeler Before You Choose • Thinking about a remodel? The company you choose for the job will have an enormous impact on the success of that job and your comfort with the experience. To increase your chances of a successful job, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) recommends you ask these questions. Read article
Top 10 Plants for Improving Indoor Air Quality • Indoor air quality is often a concern in winter, when houses are closed up tight against the cold; but, even during the cooling season, indoor air quality can be a concern. Read article