‘DIY’ Archives
Status of DIY
With the changing economy, the big box stores are changing the way they do business and cater to the Do It Yourselfer. Read more in the article on status of DIY from NY Times. Please see D.I.Y. [...]
Solar Panel Not Required
Solar Panel Not Required! Up to $1,500 in Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Home Improvements The Stimulus bill signed last week improves the tax credits you may receive for energy efficient home [...]
Read this before remodeling — great read
I thought this was a great read from the Wall Street Journal, Read This Before You Remodel. It makes some great points and forces anyone considering a renovation project to really examine if they [...]
Save On Your Home Improvement Project This Holiday Season
Both major 'big box' home improvement retailers (Lowe's and Home Depot) offer discounts, but did you know you can get a 10% discount at any Lowe's Home Improvement store. Receive your discount [...]
Save On Your Hot Water Bill!
Getting Into Hot Water! I observe a lot of homes each and every year for estimates and doing actual home improvement projects. One thing I notice is how few homeowners take advantage of a small [...]
Rain Barrel Winterization
Rain Barrel Winterization As I visit homes in my area, I am seeing more and more rain water collection systems (ie rain barrels) each year. The rain barrel is a great water conservation method and [...]
How $3 May Save You $1000's
Many of you have heard this before, how a $3 dollar tube of caulking can save you $1000’s in repair costs. As winter approaches, I think this tip bears repeating. You can read one of my other [...]
