Adding a basement bedroom requires a legal egress window. Excavating for the window well is much easier before the winter frost sets deep into the soil.
Hardwood looks beautiful in kitchens but water drops and dishwasher leaks cause warping. Learn the right sealing and maintenance techniques for wood floors.
You cannot always build right up to your property line. Understand local zoning bylaws and setback requirements before planning your home expansion project.
Opening up walls in an older home often reveals outdated plumbing. Here are four common pipe upgrades you need to plan for during a kitchen renovation.
Tying a new roof extension into an older home can create water traps. Learn how proper flashing and ventilation stop ice dams and winter roof leaks.
Cold floors and high heating bills are common in unfinished basements. Insulating your lower level this fall stops heat loss before winter weather arrives.
Natural stone counters look great but require strict upkeep. Learn how to seal and protect your kitchen surfaces from stains and acid etching over time.
Adding space means changing your heating and cooling loads. Find out if your current HVAC system can handle a home expansion or if you need a major upgrade.
Do not install new flooring until you test your basement slab for hydrostatic pressure. Read our checklist on moisture prevention before finishing your lower level.