‘Home improvement’ Archives
$1,500 Tax Credit Soon To Expire
**UPDATE 12/20/10: Congress has just voted and this credit has been extended however with some major modifications. Mainly, the amount of the credit has dropped from $1,500 down to $500. There [...]
Why homeowners don’t request contractor background checks?
You are about to hire a great remodeling contractor for your home improvement project. They interviewed well, had great ideas, provided a proposal that fits your budget, and have great references [...]
What’s In Your Tool Box? Tool tips for DIYers
A recent article published in the NY Times polls construction industry professionals on some common tools every homeowner DIYer should have. See NY Times for full article. Some other tools I'd [...]
Spend $25 Get FREE Paint Brush From Sherwin-Williams
For the month of October, spend $25 at any Sherwin-Williams paint stores and get a free Purdy paint brush. Please see Sherwin-Williams coupon for further details.
Replace Your Washing Machines Water Supply Lines Before You Go On Summer Vacation
Replace Your Washing Machines Water Supply Lines Here is a home maintenance tip that may save your house from getting flooded and all the damage that can cause. Every few years, replace the [...]
25% Discount at Sherwin- Williams Paint Stores
Spring is a great time for that interior or exterior paint project you have been waiting to tackle. For April 18-25 get 25% off paint or stain at your local Sherwin-Williams store. Check out this [...]
Update on Cash for Caulkers / HomeStar Program
Designed as an incentive and a way to promote the benefits of efficiency retrofitting in existing homes, the HomeStar Program is getting more attention from the White House. Of the130 million US [...]
Useful kitchen cabinet addition
Ever try to get at items that are way back in your kitchen cabinets or pantry? This company has come up with some great solutions to make that hard to reach space more useful and [...]
Home Depot Offering $1,000 Scholarships To Attend Trade School
The Home Depot is offering 500 recipients $1,000 scholarships to attend trades schools. Deadline to apply is April 30, 2010 Read more information at the Home Depot website. ....
The latest on non-toxic paints
It seems manufacturers of many building products are trying to either 'green' their current product lines or develop new ones. Paint has become greener too. A review of non-toxic (or less [...]
