Your house is more than just a place to live - it's a home, and it's one that you want to be not only functional, but comfortable and attractive too. If it isn't the way that you'd like it to be at present, you may have already considered  home remodeling . Remodeling can be a great idea; you get the chance to completely remake your space, to add your own personal style and creativity while making it more usable as well. Unfortunately, some people shy away from the idea of a remodeling job because they've heard so many horror stories of botched projects and shady contractors ripping people off. They may give up on the idea of remodeling, or even try to do the job themselves. This, however, is not a wise move to make; a home remodel is not a DIY type of job. Many remodeling jobs - kitchens and bathrooms for example - need to be...

When it comes to increasing the value of your home, your kitchen is arguably the most important room in your house. Make no mistake: when it's time to sell your house, the look and functionality of your kitchen matter. Yet, many people shy away from remodeling outdated kitchens, reasoning that the undertaking would be too large and the price too great. While completely overhauling a kitchen is often a pricey endeavor, there are several ways you can remodel your kitchen without breaking the bank. Consider the following tips for kitchen remodeling  on a budget: Give your cabinets a makeover. If you're tired of staring at outdated kitchen cabinets but the thought of installing completely new cabinets makes you clutch your wallet in fear, consider a little makeover instead. Start by giving those cabinets a fresh coat of paint. If you're feeling particularly bold, go for a pop of color. Orange, yellow, and...

The return on investment (ROI) of your bathroom remodeling  project is not a big deal when you schedule the project to benefit your family and you intend to remain in the home for a good five to 10 more years. Yet when you are upgrading the home’s look with an eye on selling the property in the near future, it makes sense to limit your expenditures to the types of remodels that pay you back the most. What are they? Middle of the road upgrades.  This bathroom remodel  passes by the whirlpool tub in favor of porcelain-over-steel tubs. It is not the cheap model, but it is not the luxury edition of tubs either. Sticking to the middle of the road with respect to hardware, fixtures and tiling results in a higher ROI than going for the luxury editions that a future homeowner may consider “over the top” and in need...

Freestanding furniture allows you to move with your furniture, or adjust how a room is organized, which is great for renters and individuals living in a starter home. However, once you find a home that you plan on living in for many years, you can begin to think about personalizing the home, and this is where adding built-ins is an excellent idea to achieve such customization. Having built-ins constructed and installed by a  home remodeling  company will ensure you receive high-quality and long-lasting results with the built-ins that get added to your home. Gain Lots of Storage Room Depending on the size of your home, storage may be quite limited. If this is the case, you will enjoy built-ins because they are able to create so much storage space when planned out carefully. Another advantage that built-ins have is that they are designed with your home and needs in mind, unlike freestanding furniture,...

Once summer has come to an end, you may be looking forward to the holidays and getting back into the groove with working or buckling down for school. Regardless of what plans you have, it’s important to focus on any  home repair  work you may need to do. Taking care of any necessary repairs for your home before fall and winter arrives can ensure that your home will be in great shape all year long. Deck Refinishing If your home has an attached deck, it likely sees a lot of action during the summer due to parties or relaxing outdoors with your family. It can be a disaster if your deck were to collapse due to weakened support beams or other parts that needed repairs. Doing a full inspection of your deck can help give you an idea of whether it needs to be refinished by a professional. Replacing Your HVAC...

Tiny houses may not be for everyone -- living in a space under 500 sq feet has its disadvantages. However, tiny houses do incorporate some amazing space saving designs that are truly inspirational! Here's some innovative tiny house eye candy to get you started on your  home remodeling  plans. Office Nook  - Do you need a space to sort the mail, write your grocery list, or charge your tablet? This little office nook is a simple addition to include in your overall remodeling plan. Place it in the kitchen, living room, or bedroom. Upper Loft  - If you already have vaulted ceilings or an empty attic space, it would be easy to remodel to include a loft. Lofts are a great bonus space for kids play area, storage, guest sleeping space, etc. Ladders leading to the loft can be customized to be sliding, fold-up, or attached. Under Stairs Storage  - Think...