Your Guide to Home Improvement Archive


Home Improvement Q & A: What are the Specific Responsibilities of the Contractor vs. the Architect?

Friday, September 21st, 2007
By Desiree French ...


Home Improvement Q & A: Who Should be Called First—The Contractor or the Architect?

Wednesday, September 19th, 2007
By Desiree French ...


The Kitchen Goes on a Diet As Homeowners Trim Budgets

Monday, September 17th, 2007
By June Fletcher ...


2007 RE/MAX Housing Study: Home Owners Continue to Invest in Their Homes Despite Economy

Tuesday, September 4th, 2007
RISMEDIA, September 5, 2007--Metro Detroit homeowners remain vigilant in improving their homes despite the slow economy. According to the 2007 RE/MAX Housing Study, 60 percent of metro Detroit homeowners made improvements to their homes in the past two years, down only slightly from 66 percent in 2006. The study included ...


How to Convert to a Home Office

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007
RISMEDIA, August 29, 2007-(DoitYourself.com)-According to a recent Builder Magazine study, 54% of households have home offices and most architects now include them in new home plans. If your current home doesn't include an office, why not create one using an extra bedroom, underused closet or the kitchen pantry? ...


Financial Fitness: Invest in Home Workout Equipment or Join a Gym?

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007
By Dana Dratch ...


New Siding Could Spark Home Sale

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007
By Steve McLindenm ...


Why It Makes ‘Cents’ to Include a New Garage Door in Your Home Remodeling Project

Thursday, August 16th, 2007
RISMEDIA, August 17, 2007—According to an online survey, 71% of homeowners who recently replaced their garage door believe it increased the value of their home. ...


Making Repairs after Unexpected Home Damages

Thursday, August 16th, 2007
RISMEDIA, August 17, 2007—(MCT)—The carpet from the family room and everything that had been on it are piled at the curb. The washer, dryer, hot water tank, freezer and other items that had been knee-deep in muddy water in the basement have been dragged out there, too. ...


Home Improvements Q & A: Should I hire a professional or do the job myself?

Tuesday, August 14th, 2007
By Desiree French ...


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