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Extensive remodeling may cost more than building a new home in certain cases. Adding multiple room additions and gutting all of the mechanicals can be very costly.

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House painting is done by thousands of homeowners each year. This exterior house painting chore can be rewarding if you do a few important things before you apply the paint.

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Duct tape is a powerful tool. Duct tape projects work much better with tape that has plenty of adhesive. Not all duct tape brands are the same. Some less expensive duct tapes have very little adhesive.

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Home repairs should be a top priority. Not only can you save money, but you can also increase the value of your home if you fix small repairs before they grow into big problems.

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Outdoor fireplaces are popular simply because man has always liked gathering around a warm, inviting campfire. But a modern outdoor fireplace can rival fancy ones inside homes. Outdoor gas fireplaces are very nice as you get instant heat and beauty. Check your local codes when making your outdoor fireplace plans.

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Shower head leaks happen if you fail to use pipe thread compound or Teflon tape when you attach the shower head to the gooseneck pipe that sticks from the wall. How to fix a shower head leak - read this column.

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Painting vinyl or plastic shutters is easy. Clean the shutters with soap and water and use a very sticky paint that has urethane in it. Do not paint in direct sun and try to do it on a day when the temperature is in the 60-75F range.

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Home inspections are a powerful tool to help you buy a home in great shape. But some professional home inspections are not that professional. Not all home inspectors are trained properly and some certifications that are on the business card of the inspector are worthless.

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Installing a garage door is not as hard as it seems. There are many parts and you must follow instructions for your garage door installation, but it can be done in as little as three hours. Larger garage doors are harder than smaller doors. Special DIY spring kits are available that make it easy to achieve professional results.

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