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The Value of Whole-House Surge Protectors

The Value of Whole-House Surge Protectors

If you’ve got sophisticated electronics and appliances—and who doesn’t these days?—you can’t afford not to safeguard them with whole-house surge protectors. Read More

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Effort Low 1-2 hrs to install
Investment Low $120-$300
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Employees from a design-build firm at a home addition

Hidden Costs of a Two-Story Addition

A two-story addition project is fraught with cost variables. Here’s how to anticipate the hidden costs and stay on track. Read More

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Value Added High $107,000
Effort High 6-12 mos (plan and build)
Investment High $156,000
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Wall-mounted convection oven

Appliance Guide: Wall Ovens

When deciding on a new wall oven, here’s what you’ll need to know about features, style, price, and performance. Read More

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Effort Med 5 hrs to one wknd
Investment Med $700-$4,000 and up
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Air conditioner added to cool two-story addition

Heating and Cooling a Two-Story Addition

Heating and cooling a two-story addition involves making choices that balance cost, convenience, and energy efficiency. Read More

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Save Money Med $200/yr. (energy costs)
Value Added Med $6,200-$8,900
Effort Med 2-4 days (research; energy audit)
Investment High $9,000-$13,000 (whole house upgrade)
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Construction on two-story addition to a home

Two-Story Addition: Return on Investment

A two-story addition returns almost 70% of its cost at resale, but it’s a significant investment that should be considered carefully. Read More

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Value Added High $107,300
Effort High 6-12 mos. (plan & build)
Investment High $156,300
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House with a two-story addition

Evaluate Your House for a Two-Story Addition

When considering a two-story addition, carefully evaluate what’s possible physically, financially, and legally. Read More

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Value Added High $107,000
Effort High 6-12 mos (plan and build)
Investment High $156,000
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Sunroom in a house

Sunroom Addition: Return on Investment

A sunroom addition returns 51% of its cost at resale, as long as the improvement is in line with other homes in the neighborhood. Read More

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Value Added High $37,000
Effort High 12+ wks
Investment High $73,000
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Fans adorn the ceiling of a sunroom

Sunroom Additions: Top Features

Designing the perfect sunroom addition means thinking about windows, skylights, tile floors, and window blinds. Read More

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Value Added High $37,000
Effort High 12+ wks
Investment High $73,000
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An upscale sunroom, called a conservatory

Evaluate Your Home for a Sunroom Addition

A sunroom addition costs more than you think, because it’s just as involved as adding any other room—and it has a lot more windows. Read More

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Value Added High $37,000
Effort High 12+ wks
Investment High $73,000
Added to Binder
Sunroom with open awning windows

Choosing Windows for a Sunroom Addition

Do you want casements or double-hung windows? Wood or wood-clad windows? Simulated divided lights or snap-in grilles? Here’s how to pick windows for your sunroom addition. Read More

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Value Added High $37,000
Effort High 12+ wks
Investment High $73,000
Added to Binder
Family room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling

Top Features of a Family Room Addition

Open space is the goal, so don’t overload your family room with too many features. Choose only the most essential options. Read More

Progress H K
Value Added High $54,000
Effort High 6-12 mos (including planning)
Investment High $83,000
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Save on Indoor Projects

Improve and maintain your home while saving at the same time.

Project Money Saved
12 Tips for Saving Energy in Your Home Office Up to $194/yr (w/o computer)
7 Tips for Saving Energy in the Laundry Room Up to $280/yr
What Would MacGyver Do? In an Emergency, Reach for the Duct Tape $100 or less
What Would MacGyver Do? Use Paper Clips to Solve Common Home Repair Jams $100 or less
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