Add a reflective coating to roofing, or replace old roofing with a lighter color to save money on energy costs. This is especially useful in warmer climates where dark roofs can heat up to 190 degrees. Heat from the roof seeps down to heat up the living areas below. Reflective … [Read more...] about Go lighter or reflective with roofing
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Dollar store finds: bargain tools
They might not be name brand or overly fancy, but a $1 or $2 hammer will probably work just as well around the house as a $10 one. Bargains on everything from pliers, kitchen gadgets, screws and screw drivers, Exacto knives and painting supplies can often be found at dollar … [Read more...] about Dollar store finds: bargain tools
Shop online remodeling supplies
No brick and mortar store = no overhead. Bargains on everything from new doors to furnishings, light fixtures, railroad ties and handicrafts can be found online, at places like Craigslist.org and Ebay.com, and the websites of big retailers like HomeDepot.com and Lowes.com. Also … [Read more...] about Shop online remodeling supplies
Know your stuff? Skip the contractors to save 25%+ on remodels
Contractors’ fees can add thousands of dollars to a project. If a project can be completed with the help of family and friends or a local handyman, you can save up to 25% on a remodel. However, you sacrifice expertise and a lot of time this way, so be sure you can adequately … [Read more...] about Know your stuff? Skip the contractors to save 25%+ on remodels
Build up and in, instead of out
Foundation work is very expensive, so, large outward additions to a house equal an expensive remodel. And these typically don't offer a great payback (maybe 50-70%) when you resell. Think about ways of remodeling by making use of the space you already have. For example: - … [Read more...] about Build up and in, instead of out