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Kitchen Improvements That Are Worth Your Money

October 30, 2019 By Guest Post

Image Source: Pexels   Considering adding value to your home before putting it on the market? Perhaps you’re looking to update your house so it […]

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How to Build Your Own Recording Studio at Home

October 8, 2019 By Matt Weber

  Money can be a big problem if you are a beginner musician. There are many things you have to spend because of out-of-pocket expenses for production equipment and accessories. The good news about the music industry today is that anybody can make it big thanks to the Internet. Gone are the days of needing […]

Energy and Cost Savings for Your AC

September 6, 2019 By Matt Weber

There’s nothing better during the heat of the summer than to come home after a hard, hot day to a cool home. True, most people wouldn’t dream of living without their air conditioner, but most would rather do without the high energy bills at the end of the month.   In this article, we check […]

8 Security Tips to Keep in Mind When Building a Smart Home

August 7, 2019 By Chad Gillikin

8 Security Tips to Keep in Mind When Building a Smart Home Are you thinking about investing in smart home products for your home? These products can greatly increase the value of your home as well as the enjoyment of your family’s living space. With new prototypes being developed each day, within the next few […]

Replace Outdoor Lighting

July 22, 2019 By Matt Weber

    (guest post by Megan Wenzl) If you’re anything like us, you love your home. Taking pride in where you live is one of the purest pleasures in life, but since most people spend the majority of their time inside their humble (or not-so-humble) abodes, it can be easy to overlook the exterior.  Part […]

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First Roofing Job? Avoid These Common Mistakes

July 10, 2019 By Matt Weber

  (guest post by Nate Smith)   Any roofing job can be dangerous, whether you are an expert or a beginner. The nature of the work carries risks, no matter your experience level. Although costs are high to repair or replace a roof, it can be even more expensive if not done properly the first […]

Home Improvement Regrets

April 4, 2019 By Matt Weber

Ever start a home-improvement project and then wish that you hadn’t? According to a recent study at ImproveNet.com, 63 percent of people who have attempted home DIY projects said they regretted at least one of them. The survey of 2,000 Americans exposed some ugly truths about DIY endeavors. One in three people have called a […]

Home Ownership Excitement (aka Basement Leak!)

April 3, 2019 By Matt Weber

Homeownership can be challenging, rewarding and exciting. This is particularly true as you settle into a new house and get to know its character quirks, which can range from floor squeaks and sticking doors to flickering lights and midnight water leaks that threaten to the destroy the home. It was one of those surprise water […]

Dreaming for a Dream Home

April 2, 2019 By Matt Weber

  I saw an interesting study recently on what Americans want in a dream home. Northshore Fireplace surveyed 2,000 Americans to determine their hopes for a house in the future. It turns out, people are thinking big. According to the results, the average American wants a home with 7.5 rooms in a comfortable 2,195-sq. ft. […]

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Telescoping Baluster Marking Tool for Stairs

June 21, 2019 By Matt Weber

Here’s a short video I made demonstrating how to use the Telescoping Baluster Marking Tool from L.J. Smith Stair Systems.

Planning a Stair Rail

May 30, 2019 By Matt Weber

Installing a stair guardrail can be a challenging undertaking. The project is more complicated than tread or riser removal, because you’re dealing with precise angles rather than square cuts. The rail system must be securely supported by newels that are solidly fastened to the framing of the floor or wall. The rail must also adhere […]

Give Your Cabinet a Second Life

April 15, 2019 By Matt Weber

(guest post by Owen Wright)   Do you want to freshen up and give your cabinets a second life?  Would you rather consider replacing, refinishing or cabinet refacing? Here is a guide to help you decide. Signs That It Is Time For Change Over time, your cabinets suffer from wear and tear and damage that […]

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Weekend Projects

TV Size Upgrade

January 28, 2019 By Matt Weber

Over the weekend, I helped my buddy Mitch mount a new 60″ flat screen to the wall. This was a little trickier than it sounds, because he wanted to hang it over an existing wall nook that was too small for the larger screen. The TV nook built into his wall was originally designed to […]

5 Home Appliances You Didn’t Know You Could Repair Yourself

December 19, 2018 By Matt Weber

(guest post by Chris Zeisler) Not every homeowner is a handy person, but with the right resources, you don’t have to be. While some appliance repairs are jobs for professionals, others are simple enough that even homeowners who aren’t mechanically inclined can handle them – especially if they know where to go to look for […]

Installing a Timberchic Accent Wall

November 8, 2018 By Matt Weber

As part of an ongoing remodeling project, the EHT staff had our first opportunity to install Timberchic, a peel-and-stick plank made of genuine reclaimed wood. Thin, lightweight, and easy to cut and apply, these affordable DIY-friendly planks are made 100% from reclaimed river logs and are available in an enhanced palate of colors (we chose […]

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