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6 Simple Home Renovations You Won’t Regret

Your home is great, but you’d like to freshen it up a bit. While a major renovation isn’t part of the plan right now, you’re hoping to do a few small improvements that make a big difference.

Maybe you’re planning to sell your home in the not-so-distant future. However, it’s also possible that you just want to upgrade your space for your family.

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If this is your plan, you’re certainly not alone. Nearly 3

8 Home Improvements You Can Do Yourself

Before you start tearing down the walls and stripping everything away to improve your home, take a moment to look around and ask yourself if that’s really necessary. In other words, does the house need a refresh, a simple remodel, or a total renovation? If you’re looking to reconfigure a floor plan, for example — move plumbing, change electrical, and so forth — start the search for the right contractor. But if dramatic changes aren’t necessary or within the budget yet, take heart: We’ve got eight ideas for very simple DIY home improvements that’ll nonetheless transform tired and dated spaces

Investigators say acetone was used for a home improvement project that led to an explosion that injured a couple

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LAYTON — A young couple is recovering in the hospital after their home exploded during a home improvement project on Saturday.

The couple suffered severe burns from the explosion, with Shea Kinsey receiving third-degree burns on over 50% of her body. Her husband of six months, Brandon Kinsey, who works in construction, carried her up the stairs to safety despite his own injuries.

“They’re in very difficult circumstances right now,” said Shea’s father, Kevin O’Brien. “Shea has burned over 50% of her body. (Brandon) still has very significant burns and will be (in the burn

Investigators say acetone was used for a home improvement project that led to an explosion that injured a couple

Estimated read time: 2-3 minutes

LAYTON — A young couple is recovering in the hospital after their home exploded during a home improvement project on Saturday.

The couple suffered severe burns from the explosion, with Shea Kinsey receiving third-degree burns on over 50% of her body. Her husband of six months, Brandon Kinsey, who works in construction, carried her up the stairs to safety despite his own injuries.

“They’re in very difficult circumstances right now,” said Shea’s father, Kevin O’Brien. “Shea has burned over 50% of her body. (Brandon) still has very significant burns and will be (in the burn

Wickes hails ‘bright’ outlook as young renters leading home improvement demand

March 23 (Reuters) – UK home improvement retailer Wickes (WIX.L) said on Thursday the outlook in its local market remains “bright”, buoyed by young renters spending more to spruce up their accommodation.

The outlook contrasts with other European and US home improvement retailers who have painted a dull picture for the sector amid elevated inflation and a cost-of-living crunch.

“People that don’t own their homes are actually improving the homes that they rent and live in, and we’re doing really well here as 18- to 35-year-olds are our fast growing cohort of customers,” CEO David Wood said in an interview

Butler County contractor charged with home improvement fraud

Butler County contractor facing felony charges

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WEST DEER, Pa. (KDKA) – A Butler County contractor is facing felony charges after allegedly taking a family’s money for home renovations but failing to complete the job.

West Deer Township police issued a summons for Austin Reges, 29, who owns Triple B Landscape and Constructions.

Police said Rachel and Corey Lasher paid the contractor $30,027 and were left with an unfinished porch.

The criminal complaint states the Lashers found Triple B Landscape and Constructions on Facebook Marketplace. Last summer, they gave Reges two checks for more

Rebate programs make heat pumps a can’t miss home improvement option

In all areas of the country, Canadians are being encouraged to live their lives in ways that are more ecologically friendly, energy efficient, greener, and sustainable. Whether that means avoiding single use plastics and recycling or driving a fully electric vehicle, the collective goal is to ensure we’re all moving toward the future in a much more environmentally conscious manner.

When it comes to the systems operating in our homes, there are many choices that can be made to improve energy consumption and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Better insulation, improved window construction, net-zero design, and more efficient and

Homeowners, Here’s How to Get More Money Back on Your Taxes

This story is part of Taxes 2023CNET’s coverage of the best tax software, tax tips and everything else you need to file your return and track your refund.

It’s not easy affording a home, even after you’ve made the down payment and started a mortgage. The average homeowner spends $15,405 on top of their mortgage each year, according to real-estate company Clever.

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All those expenses come with a silver lining, however — tax credits and deductions for your home that can lead to a bigger tax refund. For homeowners, learning as much as you can about your