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Save money by doing simple plumbing repairs yourself. These fixes are completely DIY with basic tools and skills.

Skip the scary chemicals in store-bought cleaning supplies for these simple, eco-friendly green cleaning recipes.

Ikea Kitchen Toekick Drawer: While installing my Ikea kitchen, I figured out a way to add a toekick drawer without any special equipment. This was pretty easy because I did it before installing the cabinets, but it's theoretically possible to retrofit an existing cabinet. I f…

These DIY painting tips and tricks can help you achieve a professional-quality paint job quickly and easily. Learn wall painting tips for every step of your project, from the prep-work to the finishing touches.

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Be flexible. Little trick to be flexible is to ask a tradesman if he has a hole in his schedule, then inquire about a discount if you book during that time. Don’t fall for the “Your roof is falling” tactics. In a case your basement floods, a cash-hungry contractor might try to talk you into […]

Home Renovation Mistakes That Can Cost You Did you know there are improvements that you make to your home that can actually lower the value? Do you know how many times I have seen clients make home improvement mistakes over my career? The answer is quite a few! Part of the fun and satisfaction of owning a home comes from renovations - it's your house, and you can make it exactly as you want it. Unfortunately, some homeowners get caught up in renovating their homes and fail to take into…

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By paying attention to these three important details, you’ll achieve the move-in magic new residents are looking for while laying the groundwork for long-term resident satisfaction.

Here are some helpful maintenance and cleaning tips for your apartment home Carpets Vacuum frequently Ground in dust will wear out the carpet Please

Painting your house yourself is a big commitment of time. Just think about it. It can take a professional crew of three a week or roughly 120 man hours to paint an average-size home. If pros take that long, you can be sure it will take you longer.Nevertheless, the rewards are great. With the price […]

View 30 photos for 29500 Heathercliff Rd Spc 224, Malibu, CA 90265 a 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,850 Sq. Ft. mfd/mobile home built in 1976 that sold on 06/13/2012.

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As a homeowner, it’s up to you to keep your home neat, clean and tidy. Whether your home is cozy or sprawling, it’s important to stay on top of things. If you put off routine cleaning until the last possible second, you’ll have to tackle the whole house at once. This is sure to make you feel overwhelmed, which could make you put it off yet again. A good way to avoid this vicious cycle is by creating a cleaning schedule and sticking with it. It also helps to have a clear set of steps for…