Hardwood floors are beautiful and classic. Well-chosen, they can upgrade your home and increase its market value if you happen to be selling. If you’ve never chosen hardwood flooring before, read on for a few tips to help with your choice. Not all hardwood flooring is created equal, and there’s a lot more involved than… Read more »
Selling your home? Effective home staging is an important way to boost your property’s market value. Home staging means arranging and decorating your home so that a potential buyer is willing to pay more for it. The goal is to create a space that buyers can envision themselves living in happily, and to make your… Read more »
If your home is on the market, you can boost its value by staying on top of the latest remodeling trends. An up-to-date, remodeled home attracts more potential buyers, and you can list it at a higher price. Read on to find out which remodeling trends add the most market value to your home if… Read more »
Winter is in full swing, and all you want to do is curl up by the fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate. Hey, we can’t blame you! With that being said, cold weather is no excuse to let home maintenance slide. Are you guilty of these common things homeowners neglect in the winter? 1)… Read more »
Updating your home can be a great way spruce it up, whether you’re looking to maximize your everyday use or put it on the market. There’s a lot to consider before you dive into home renovations, so be sure to ask yourself these essential questions: What’s my budget? Once you start on a renovation project,… Read more »
The New Year is a great time to make a fresh start. Some of us resolve to lose weight, some promise to stick to an exercise program and others decide it’s finally time to improve their homes. At Ivy Lea Construction, we can’t help you with the first two, but we’ve certainly got you covered… Read more »
If you have cracks in the foundation of your home, your first reaction may be complete and total panic. Is my home structurally sound? Will this cost an arm and a leg to fix? Should I attempt to DIY the problem? Read on to learn more about foundation cracks and determine how worried you should… Read more »
Looking for a gift for the DIY junkie in your life? Here are some unique gift ideas for all your friends and family who love a good home improvement project. Swingless hammer With the NEXTEC Lithium-Ion Hammerhead Auto Hammer by Craftsman, you won’t have to fret over any hammer-thumb accidents. This swing-less hammer is perfect… Read more »
The New Year is almost here, and many of us are thinking about an updated look for 2018. Maybe it’s time to lose a few pounds, get a new wardrobe or try a new hair color. But have you thought about a new look for your home as well? Especially if your property is on… Read more »
When many people think about renovating their homes, the first thing they think of is the cost. There’s no doubt about it – home renovation is an investment of time, money and patience. But if you think about it, you’ll realize that like other types of investments, home renovations can, and do, pay off. If… Read more »
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