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Think twice before painting the walls of your house this color " it could lower your sale price by thousands
2+ hour, 40+ min ago (668+ words) Homeowners preparing to sell may want to rethink their paint choices before listing, according to new research from Zillow " which shows that certain colors can shave tens of thousands of dollars off a property's final sale price. The real estate…...
Why you should never buy an HVAC system during a heat wave
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (1499+ words) When your AC breaks down during a heat wave, the obvious instinct is to get it fixed as soon as possible. But buying a new HVAC in the middle of a heat wave can put you in a tight position....
Homeowners say economy is pushing them to stay in their current house long-term: survey
6+ day, 19+ hour ago (808+ words) Half of American homeowners say the economy is driving them to stay put in their current home for an average of 12 years longer, according to new research. A survey of 2, 000 homeowners explored the state of their home, finding that with…...
Why your new AC is struggling to keep your house cool
1+ week, 2+ day ago (1646+ words) If you're feeling hot, sticky and just all-around uncomfortable come summer, that's a problem. There are a few things more frustrating than spending thousands on an HVAC/AC system and finding that it just does not cool your space. This…...
The first espresso machine in America? Inside the NYC caf" that started it all
1+ week, 3+ day ago (104+ words) Comedian and actor Sebastian Conelli heads to Greenwich Village's legendary Caffe Reggio to uncover how a quiet caf" became a loud origin point for America's espresso obsession. What looks like just another cozy NYC coffee stop turns out to be…...
The $15, 000 mistake: What happens when you choose the cheapest HVAC bid
2+ week, 2+ day ago (1076+ words) When your air conditioner malfunctions during a heat wave, the easiest option is to take the cheapest HVAC bid, right? A proper replacement system can set you back thousands of dollars, so why wouldn't you try to save a few…...
Score a free De Walt impact wrench at Lowe's " here's how
2+ week, 5+ day ago (364+ words) Lowe's is practically giving away power tools, and all it takes is buying one drill kit. The home improvement giant has teamed up with De Walt on a buy-one-get-one promo that nets shoppers a free De Walt XTREME 12 V Max…...
My go-to viral DIY tool brand is running a massive sale right now
3+ week, 3+ day ago (1215+ words) I'm no Bob Vila, but as I've become older, I've developed an appreciation for the tools that make handling household tasks a cinch. For years, my toolbox consisted of just a tape measure, a hammer and a very basic screwdriver....
Skip the pullout couch: This guest-bed alternative is cheaper and way more convenient
3+ week, 4+ day ago (305+ words) You don't need a guest bedroom to host your friend or family member " just this one home essential. The Dr. Air Queen mattress is currently on sale for $70, a whopping 40% off its original price on Amazon. This option comes with…...
New York state is offering free air conditioning units to residents this summer " how to apply
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (549+ words) As New York braces for another sweaty, subway-platform-melting summer, the state is once again handing out free air conditioners to eligible residents " because surviving July without one is basically an Olympic sport. Applications for New York's Cooling Assistance Benefit opened…...