Top 10 Remodeling Projects

You love your home but the kitchen size/layout isn’t conducive to the parties you’d like to host. You’ve thought about putting an addition on or maybe just renovating your existing space but you’re not sure what to do? Here’s a quick overview of the 10 top remodeling projects from Remodeling Online’s 2006 Cost vs Value…

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How Quiet is Quiet? Smart Insulation Techniques.

Eric wanted to hold band practice at his Wauconda home. An unused room in his house seemed perfect, if only it could be soundproofed. When his girlfriend, Lillian, called Thrifty Nickel Painting and Remodeling and Home Inspection for advice, they were unsure of the steps to achieve their goal or how much the project would cost.…

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Energy Roundup to Keep You Cool & Warm

Many people are dealing with a heat wave and too much humidity this summer. We’re learning the traditional weather patterns we knew as children aren’t valid any more. We now need to prepare for more extreme weather, in addition to high energy costs due to higher global demand. This month we review the many products…

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New Year Goals and Dreams

One of the things I love doing in January is reviewing where I am and what I’d like to accomplish this year. Home ownership is still a sound financial investment but we’ve got to be patient. One way of looking at your home is to focus on where you would like to be in 5…

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