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How electric fireplaces can impact value for a home
1+ hour, 37+ min ago (170+ words) Modern Flames reports that electric fireplaces can enhance home value, serving as attractive focal points and offering easy installation, efficiency, and modern features....
5 home renovations worth completing this summer, and 2 that can wait until fall 2026
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (75+ words) Hometap reports summer is ideal for renovations like upgrading patios, replacing windows, and pressure washing, while painting and floor repairs should wait until fall....
Holiday travel ahead? How to prep your home before a trip
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (106+ words) Home Serve reports tips for prepping your home before vacation, including shutting off water, adjusting HVAC, and securing doors....
Renovation nation: 9 home remodeling trends for 2026
2+ week, 2+ day ago (465+ words) Houzz reports that 54% of homeowners renovated in 2025, with trends showing rising budgets, increased Gen Z participation, and a focus on painting....
How to budget for home renovations
3+ week, 1+ day ago (500+ words) Fifth Third reports that 56% of homeowners renovated in 2023, with budgets often exceeded; tips include researching costs, preparing for surprises, and exploring financing options....
Home improvements with the most ROI
4+ week, 19+ hour ago (675+ words) Splitero reports minor kitchen and bathroom remodels yield high ROI, alongside energy-efficient upgrades and exterior enhancements, advocating strategic renovations....
What's a condensate drain line, and why should you care?
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (608+ words) When enough condensate accumulates during the hot, humid months, it could begin backing up. Even a minor drainage issue could result in overflowing around the unit, causing pricey water damage, mold growth and other issues that'll put a damper on…...
It's time to clean your gutters again. Here's a step-by-step guide
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (295+ words) When taking stock of all the home maintenance projects on your agenda this season, your gutters may be out of sight, out of mind. But clearing all the crud out of your home's gutters at least twice a year " once…...
The hidden reason your appliances wear out faster and cost more to run
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (744+ words) A cloudy glass straight out of the dishwasher. A chalky ring around the faucet that keeps coming back. A showerhead that clogs faster than you can clean it. Many homeowners shrug these off as minor, if ongoing, annoyances. But they're…...
8 maintenance mistakes homeowners will make this spring
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (526+ words) As a homeowner, routine home maintenance is a year-round obligation, especially with spring " a time to rejuvenate after winter and get ready for the summer " just around the corner. As you work through your seasonal spring home maintenance checklist, take…...