Sizing Up Siding: Recouping Remodeling Costs Some home improvement/repair projects are necessary regardless of cost, such as installing a new hot water heater when the old one stops working. Others, such as updating the kitchen or windows, are more a function of having the money to do so-and how much they add to a home's value when it comes time to sell. According to the most recent "Cost Vs. Value Report" published by Remodeling magazine, the most cost-effective remodeling job is redoing Continue Reading ...

Heel Pain Treatment The most common causes of heel pain is a condition called plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a broad band of tissue which originates from the heel, runs along the sole of the foot and connects to the toes. The plantar fascia works like a rubber band between the heel and the ball of your foot to form the arch of your foot. If the band is short, you'll have a high arch, and if it's long, you'll have a low Continue Reading ...

How to Prevent Clogged Gutters If you have a home with gutters, you probably find yourself a couple of times a year climbing ladders and unclogging them. If there are trees in close proximity to the home, you may be unclogging gutters even more frequently. I recently saw a simple, but very effective, product that can eliminate this tedious and sometimes dangerous homeowner chore. The product is called “Gutter Cap” and is manufactured and installed by a company with the same name: See Continue Reading ...

Bamboo Window Blinds - For Style, Elegance and Ease Window blinds made of bamboo were traditionally in use for centuries in Japan and other parts of Asia. Now days, these bamboo window binds have seen a revival and have become increasingly popular in rest of the world too. The inspiration behind these classical bamboo window blinds is the desire to make our houses look more natural. Bamboo window blinds are fast becoming a trend because bamboo is environment friendly, grows fast and is Continue Reading ...

Quick Roof Repair And Maintenance Tips Things are looking up for homeowners who want to stay on top of roof repairs. Following a few expert tips for ongoing roof maintenance and repair can help you prevent mold intrusion due to water leakage and avoid extensive roof repairs. Experts recommend starting your roof check with a visual inspection. Most minor problems can be detected before they get to be major ones. Inspect for cracks, splits and tears-any you see can result in a Continue Reading ...