Taking on a home remodeling project is always exciting, but not every home “improvement” is actually an improvement. Many renovations don’t translate to increased home value and instead wind up costing more time and money. And while customizing your home to suit your needs isn’t always a bad idea, it […]
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Homeowners prioritize home improvement projects that create purposeful space and offer long-term gratification
Published: Mar. 10, 2022 at 9:00 AM EST|Updated: 20 hours ago CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Since the pandemic started two years ago, 73% of homeowners have invested in a home improvement project, according to the 9th Annual LightStream Home Improvement Trends Survey.1 This year, however, the survey found […]
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How Much Do Garage Doors Cost
Replacing garage doors: It’s not the sexiest of home remodeling projects. But it’s an important one — not only to protect your car(s) but to preserve your home’s value. New garage doors are among the top four items that appeal to potential home buyers, according to the National Association of […]
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Why You Should Consider Subscribing to Brownstone Research
You’ve probably heard of brownstone research, an investment research firm, and you’re probably wondering if you should subscribe. This article will explain the value of the service and why you should consider subscribing. The company consistently delivers profitable investment recommendations to subscribers. If you’re not sure what it is, read […]
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Acorn Teams up With Contracting Platform Joist
Home improvement lending marketplace Acorn Finance is working with Joist — an estimating and invoicing app for contractors — to embed financing offers into the Joist platform. The companies say the partnership, announced in a news release Tuesday (March 1), will help home improvement contractors who use Joist improve sales […]
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Need tools for a home improvement project? A Grand Rapids neighborhood opens tool library.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A Grand Rapids neighborhood association is opening a tool library for residents to check out equipment for home improvement projects. Starting Tuesday, March 1, residents of Midtown can borrow painting supplies, power washers, drills and more free of charge for up to one week. Midtown Neighborhood […]
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Home Improvement Apps To Make You Feel Like A Pro
Are you looking to start a home remodeling project? Help is only a smartphone away — and we don’t mean for calling contractors. Welcome to the world of home improvement apps. Available for phones and tablets, these apps are specifically geared toward answering basic or complex questions, scouting out resources, […]
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4 Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid
Planning a home renovation project requires a detailed timeline, a predetermined budget, and adequate funds financing. All too often, though, homeowners are in the midst of the remodel when they realize they have made one or more costly home renovation mistakes. These remodeling mistakes can result in cause delays, extra […]
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Las Vegas has variety of roofing material options
It’s one of the biggest and most expensive renovation efforts for your home and one where homeowners have plenty of questions. What is actually replaced in a roof replacement? Which materials are the best? What about energy efficiency? And how much does it cost? These are just a few of […]
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How To Make Home Maintenance Projects Happen
Are you procrastinating on a home improvement project? If so, you’re not alone. Plenty of homeowners have a long list of deferred maintenance projects, from plumbing inspections to roof repairs. Frequently, homeowners wait until the roof is leaking or another emergency comes up that needs to be addressed immediately. These […]
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Protegrity Advisors Represents Alure Home Improvements in its Acquisition by Audax Private Equity | News
RONKONKOMA, N.Y., Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Protegrity Advisors, a leading M&A advisory firm on Long Island, has served as exclusive advisor to Alure Home Improvements in its acquisition by Audax Private Equity. Founded 75 years ago and led by Sal Ferro since 1998, Alure has 30,000 loyal customers and […]
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How to handle your next home improvement project
A do-it-yourself remodel can be a budget-friendly way to freshen up your home. For some projects, it may take just a few YouTube videos to show you how to modernize your space. Yet not every project is right for amateur renovators. Your skill level, budget and how important the project […]
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Report: These Are the Most Popular Home Improvement Projects Across the Country
The home improvement trend that surged as people spent more time at home during the pandemic shows no sign of stopping: A recent survey by Zillow found that 72% of homeowners have at least one home project on their to-do list in 2022. Image source: Getty Images. Zillow worked with […]
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6 Advanced Home Improvement Projects That You Actually Can Do Yourself
Ginger Curtis installed these floors in two of her sons’ rooms. Photo: Norman Young Photography This is a project you want to plan well in advance, as new flooring should sit unpacked in your house for at least a few weeks, so it acclimates to the home’s temperature and humidity. […]
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Tim Allen Turned Down These Major Disney Roles For Home Improvement
As recalled by Cheat Sheet, Tim Allen’s stock was on the rise as the 1980s wrapped up, and everyone in Hollywood wanted to include him in their latest efforts. One such suitor was the Walt Disney Company, whose then-CEO Michael Eisner had taken a liking to Allen’s comedy work and […]
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DIY Home Improvement Retailing Market to Grow by USD 154.76 Bn | Greater Emphasis on DIY Home Improvement Projects for Personalized Interior Designing to Boost Market Growth | 17,000+ Technavio Research Reports | State
NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Home Improvement Retailing Market by Product (Lumber and landscape management, Tools and hardware, Kitchen, and Others) and Geography (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and MEA) – Forecast and Analysis 2021-2025” report has been added to Technavio’s offerings. With ISO […]
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4 Renovation Projects Homeowners Will Be Investing in This Year
eclipse_images / Getty Images In 2021, spending on home improvement rose 25% year over year to $10,341, a new report from Angi found. And with a quarter of the population spending 50% more time at home, coupled with a general rise in home equity gains, Angi predicts that this trend […]
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‘Unsanitary conditions’; home improvement contractor Richard Capachione has been banned from operating in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey’s office announced on Tuesday that home improvement contractor Richard Capachione is banned from owning or managing construction companies in the state and is to pay $150,000 in restitution. As part of the settlement, the Suffolk Superior Court ordered the dissolution of the three home improvement […]
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These Are The Main Home Improvement and DIY Trends That Will Dominate The Market
According to U.S. data, $94.9 billion in building products were destined to new single-family and multifamily projects during 2019 alone —a number that has since increased, with analysts rather upbeat about 2022. paulbr75 / Pixabay – Valuewalk Q4 2021 hedge fund letters, conferences and more It is also evident that, […]
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The 10 home improvement projects your neighbours are planning right now
Photo credit: Neptune New research has revealed that 69% of people in the UK are planning home improvements in 2022, whilst one in 10 plans on moving house in the next year. The study, conducted by mortgage broker Boon Brokers, also revealed the top 10 home improvement trends we will […]