Oliver Harriett

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

By day, Oliver Harriett owns and operates a painting contractor business. Nights and weekends, he writes about the joys and pains of home improvement.

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JUNE 17, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
1 Simple Upgrade for a (Much) Quieter Home

This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Indow.  Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Your home has never been so much of a haven, a place to feel comfort...

MAY 22, 2020 | FRIDAY
These Curb Appeal Makeovers All Share 1 Thing in Common

Check out how a single change can make your home’s exterior more welcoming and beautiful.

APRIL 29, 2020 | WEDNESDAY
The High Cost of a Small Leak—and How to Prevent It

“Don’t go looking for trouble” is an adage most homeowners can relate to, particularly when it comes to plumbing. After all, if there was a problem you’d know about it—or would you? The t...

MARCH 17, 2020 | TUESDAY
Perfect Water Temperature Every Time—and Other Perks of a Smart Shower

It’s a maddeningly common scenario: You’re running late, so you hop into the shower—only to be met by a cold blast or practically scalded by a too-hot spray, due to the random guessing ga...

DECEMBER 16, 2019 | MONDAY
9 Best Tips for Creating a Kitchen You'll Love to Entertain In

Give your kitchen the power to party with these pro design ideas. This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Hausera. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila.co...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 | TUESDAY
6 Ways High-Velocity HVAC Is Built to Help Save You Money

Ahead, learn how a climate-control system can deliver not only uniform comfort throughout the home but also real savings over time.</p> This content is paid advertising created in p...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019 | WEDNESDAY
7 Places That Could Use More Insulation—And Why

Take insulation into your own hands to seal up sneaky air leaks around the house—and save big money. This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Guardian Energy Tech...

AUGUST 21, 2019 | WEDNESDAY
12 Dreaded Home Maintenance Tasks You Never Thought to Hire Out

Find the right pro for every household chore—big, small, majorly messy, or just plain pesky! This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Thumbtack. Its facts and opi...

AUGUST 8, 2019 | THURSDAY
8 Times “Wood Look” Is as Good as (Or Better Than) the Real Deal

Even if you have your heart set on a real wood floor, it's worth considering options that look, feel, and even outperform hardwood. The following content is paid advertising created ...

JUNE 19, 2019 | WEDNESDAY
America's 20 Most Burglarized Towns and Cities

According to recent FBI statistics, burglary is on the decline in America. Nevertheless, in 2016 victims of robbery and other property crimes (excluding arson) collectively suffered $15.6...