If you intend to hire a contractor for repairs or home improvements, it's important to brush up on the lesser-known contract option known as a contractor lien waiver. Liens are a powerful tool ...

Replacing your roof represents a serious investment of time, commitment and money. So, unless you're responding to a roofing emergency, the real answer to the question "When is the best time to ...

ANGIE'S LIST -- Whether it's cleaning up the yard and adding some pretty flowers or going all out with a total redesign, a well-cared for lawn can add up to 14 percent of your home's value. Your ...

Promises of endless hot water, lower energy bills and maximized storage have many homeowners converting from traditional tank water heaters to tankless. But for some, the benefits may not outweigh the ...

Updating your kitchen countertops with the latest look might seem like a great--and relatively easy--remodeling project. But you need to be careful. Some new trends might not stand up to the way you ...

Updating or remodeling kitchens and bathrooms can be a big undertaking. But remodeling the right way can earn a homeowner up to an 85 percent return on an investment. “If you are considering updating ...

We all know that outdoor air pollution can be hazardous to our health, but indoor air quality presents several risks that we should keep top of mind as well. Sources such as heating systems, certain ...

It's late at night. You've locked yourself out of your home or car and you're starting to panic. You call the first locksmith you find online or in the phone book. That's when your night could go from ...

ANGIE"S LIST -- You're probably expecting a few guests this summer, but what if 50,000 made a surprise stop and had no plans to leave? That's how many honeybees are in an average colony – so what ...