Fall is prime time to put a new roof on your home. But before you spring into action, there are a few things you should know. Most importantly, buying new shingles without the rest of the roofing system is like buying a car with no engine. “Even the highest-quality shingles cannot work to protect a [...]

Consumer Reports latest poll on home remodeling reveals that over the next 12 months, 54 percent of homeowners are planning a remodeling project and nearly two-thirds (65%) plan to do at least some of the work themselves. The most popular types of work include painting (56%), designing (39%) and flooring (34%). The recent economic downturn [...]

If you are considering being your own contractor for your remodeling job, read here first to see if you have what it takes. We’ve found some important facts from an instructor at Emory University that you should consider before you take on the job. Q: How much money can one save? A: If you live [...]