Is it worth paying to have a TV mounted?
I want to mount a new tv in my room and I don't know if I want to pay the extra money to have it mounted by a professional. It is just basic drywall and I have all the tools I would need. I am just worried that the instructions will be far too over simplified and I dont want to hurt my tv or my wall...
Will concrete countertops affect the resale value of my house?
My roommate and I are about 80% finished remodeling the kitchen of my 100-year-old home. We have done all of the work ourselves, on a shoestring budget. The look is kind of artsy/rustic/modern, with blue walls, white cabinets, silver hardware and stainless steel appliances. We have been planning to ...
How prevalent is Utility Companies usage of thermostats that they can control via WIFI?
I'm seeing all kinds of stories and comments online about how the electric company in Texas is controlling some people's AC via their Nest thermostats. Apparantly these users agreed to allow this at some point because there was a bonus or cheaper rate applied. Now the utility company is controlling ...
Is it best to replace damaged parts of a historic home?
My historic home is over 120 years old, and it's in great shape overall, but some of the smaller details are showing their age. There is a piece of wooden gable fretwork that's in bad shape. I couldn't paint or repair it, it's so damaged by the elements. The house would look much tidier with new fre...
I have an older home with limited electrical outlets. What are my best options for getting power?
In an older home there are often far less electrical outlets available to a homeowner. What are the best options for increasing capacity without overloading a electrical system? Is it time to bring in a professional or are there DIY options? ...
What to fix before selling a house?
My wife and I are planning to sell our house this time next year so we want to spend this next year fixing things up. What are some of the best things to fix in order to better sell our house? ...
How can I tell if a crack in the wall of a house is just a sign of settling or something more severe?
I have noticed small cracks appearing on my walls around windows and other structures. Could this just be normal settling or something else?...
I want to build out my home tool kit - what are the must haves?
What kind of tools should every homeowner have at their disposal? Do you need saws and rakes and hammers, etc. Outfitting a garage for first time home buyers who own a hammer and a could of screwdrivers. ...
