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How To's & Quick Tips
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
Every Factor That Goes Into the Cost to Start a Business—And How You Can Save
Highlights The cost to start a business has a wide range of $100 to $400,000, though the national average cost is $4...
By
MEGHAN WENTLAND
Flooring & Stairs
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
How Much Does It Cost to Replace Stair Railings?
Highlights The typical price range to replace a stair railing runs from $200 to $10,000, though the national average...
By
BRIE GREENHALGH
Other Rooms
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
Pellet Stove Installation: Cost Considerations and Factors
Highlights Most pellet stove installation costs average $2,293, though a typical range is $1,036 to $3,550. The cos...
By
KATIE FLANNERY
Kitchen
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
Concrete Countertops: Cost, Benefits, and How to Hire for This Project
Highlights The average concrete countertops cost is $3,500, while the range is about $1,500 to $6,000. Homeowners p...
By
KATIE FLANNERY
Roofing & Siding
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
What You Need to Know About Attic Fan Installation Cost
Highlights A typical attic fan installation costs $624, but homeowners can expect to spend between $369 and $913. T...
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STEPHANIE MICKELSON
Green
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
What Is the Cost of Solar Panels in Texas?
Highlights Solar panels in Texas cost about $13,353 to install, but a typical range is $11,140 to $15,640. Several ...
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TIMOTHY DALE
Other Rooms
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
How Much Do Closets by Design Cost?
Highlights The average custom closet cost, such as for Closets by Design, ranges from $150 to $400 per linear foot. ...
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STEPHANIE MICKELSON
Major Systems
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
Can a Water Heater Explode? Yes—and Learn the 6 Biggest Warning Signs
Q: I recently read a frightening news story about how a water heater exploded in a Pennsylvania home, leading to deva...
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SANDI SCHWARTZ
How To's & Quick Tips
December 19, 2023 | Tuesday
How to Clean a Mousepad the Right Way
Whether you’re working from home or gaming on a computer or laptop, your mouse is likely getting a good workout. What...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
How To's & Quick Tips
December 18, 2023 | Monday
10 VA Loan Pros and Cons To Consider Before Borrowing
Q: I’m a retired veteran looking to purchase my first home. A friend of mine recommended a VA loan, but I’m not sure ...
By
TARA SEBOLDT
Tools & Workshop
December 18, 2023 | Monday
We Tested 300+ Products in 2023, and These Were Our Favorites
The Bob Vila team tests products all year long, from robotic pool cleaners and portable generators to power drills an...
By
KATHLEEN CORLETT
How To's & Quick Tips
December 18, 2023 | Monday
These Were the Most Popular Home Improvement Projects of 2023, According to BobVila.com Readers
There’s no shortage of tasks to do and projects to tackle as a homeowner. From necessary repairs big and small (crack...
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ANN-SOPHIE KAEMMERLE
Lawn & Garden
December 17, 2023 | Sunday
The Best Outdoor Curtains for Shade, Style, and Privacy
Outdoor curtains can offer much-needed shade, privacy, and decoration to an outdoor space. The right outdoor curtains...
By
JASMINE HARDING
How To's & Quick Tips
December 15, 2023 | Friday
The Best Appliances—Large and Small—Tested in 2023
Home may be where the heart is, but your heart may not be feeling it if it’s too hot to get comfortable or your fridg...
By
BETH CRANSTON
Other Rooms
December 15, 2023 | Friday
The 14 Best Home Essentials Products We Tested and Reviewed
We monitored weather, tested tap water, installed smart locks, and almost set a safe on fire. Why? So you don’t have ...
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MICHELLE LARSON
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It’s a trend that's growing in popularity: Houses are shrinking. Homeowners keen on paring down have begun learning how to...
Put your firewood to work! The folks at Studio St. Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates...
Not every house is outfitted with an entire mudroom but—as this space designed by Normandy Remodeling proves—you don’t nee...
Ombré, a gradual shift in shading from one color to another, is a hot trend and a great way to add color to a room. Choose...
In today's homes, fireplaces are commonly found in a family room, but historically, they were located in the kitchen, wher...
Take a page from floating book shelves and build boot shelves to make the most of small storage spaces. The cut-out patter...
Oh, what a coat of paint can do—especially a tranquil watercolor shade of blue against pure white. The restful combination...
Wait—don't throw away that old belt! Arranged into large squares or tiles, used leather belts make a uniquely warm and sof...
Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec...
Using salvaged wood as a wall treatment adds depth and texture that walls often lack. Here, pieces of exterior siding, bar...
The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist...
If you love the look of an industrial pendant light but can't stand staring at a stark cord, disguise it! A thick jute rop...
Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo...
First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang...
Schlepping hampers to the laundry room becomes a thing of the past with this spacious closet that also houses a stacked wa...
How To: Light a Fire in a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a m...