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Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

The Way You Hang Your Roll Of Toilet Paper Says A Lot About You

How do you hang your toilet paper? Under the roll and closer to the wall? Or do you hang your toilet paper over the roll? Well, a new study suggests there [...]

Here's why barns are painted red

Here is a historic reason behind why barns are mostly always painted red.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How Do I Know If I Can Trust a Contractor?

The key part to any remodel? How to hire a contractor. HouseLogic helps you find a good contractor and ensure your working relationship is productive.

Why You Should Hire an Electrical Contractor

Here is why we know that you are better off hiring electrical contractors to safely, professionally, and properly complete all of your electrical repairs and upgrades.

10 beginner plumbing tips everyone should know

Hey guys! We actually just got back from 10 days away, up to Maine visiting family and completely unwinding without cell or internet for a few of those days. Sorry for the crickets in the comments and on social media. Speaking of crickets, we didn’t really see much wildlife on our vacation (that transition works, right?), which is a bummer because I was really hoping to see a moose because I haven’t for many years and everyone has been talking about seeing a…

The Benefits of Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

Here are the benefits of hiring a remodeling contractor instead of trying to do the work yourself.

5 Non-Traditional Questions to Ask to Select a Remodeling Contractor

Learn 5 non-traditional questions to ask to choose the right kitchen, bathroom or basement remodeling contractor

Allied Remodeling > Contractor Standards Guide

This Guide explains what specifics to look for: BBB rating, insurance, licensing, certifications, and lots of things you might not even know to ask for.

Property Management for Single-Family Homes: Tricks of the Trade

Here’s some of my best advice for how to deal with some potentially challenging situations when managing single-family homes.

Which costs more: A single-family home or a condo?

Most of us tend to believe that downtown condo living is expensive—certainly more so than living in a suburban single-family home. But what if I could shatter that preconceived notion that urban l…

The answer for affordable housing? Single-family homes

Rentals in single-family homes and small multifamily buildings are a viable solution for helping the significant lack of affordable homes in the housing market. But in order for this to happen, these three policies need to change.

7 Questions To Ask A Remodeling Contractor

US builders boost single-family home construction

When Does Buying New Construction Single-Family Homes Make Sense?

For some, the lure of a freshly built single-family home that has never been inhabited is a no-brainer. Others prefer the perks that come with dated construction—prime locations, established neighborhoods, the character of old world construction, and so on.

For single-family homes on small lots, builders must up their game

Small-lot developments have long been plagued by complexity: how to box together single-family homes on tight, row house-style parcels while maintaining privacy. Who wants to watch a neighbor washing his dishes, or worse?

Should I Buy a Condo or Single-Family Home?

When buying a residence, considering between a single family home and a condo and knowing both sides can help potential homeowners make informed decisions.

Ethics and Integrity Build Foundations for Professional Remodeling Contractors

How following a code of ethics improves communications, expectations, and supports business success in the remodeling industry.