Science can sometimes become a personal mission, driven by personal experiences. For Ellen Hahn, Ph.D., the loss of someone you know is what motivates her to educate people throughout her home state about the dangers of radon exposure. Hahn discussed two NIEHS-funded research initiatives that help Appalachian families understand the […]
Home Improvement
Another key problem to be on the lookout for when taking inspiration from “Home Improvement” is the unsafe use of power tools. Power tools are an important addition to any homeowner’s shed or garage. An impact driver, drill, or circular saw can make quick work of common fastening or cutting […]
By clicking “See Rates”, you’ll be directed to our ultimate parent company, LendingTree. Based on your creditworthiness, you may be matched with up to five different lenders. A home renovation loan gives homeowners access to funds needed to fix up their home. These renovation loans can come in the form […]
kate_sept2004/E+ via Getty Images Dear Readers, do note that most of the data here were generated between 22 and 25 December 2022, and the rest from 26 to 30 December 2022. Also, any “Buy” rating in this article is a “Conditional buy” which comes with having certain conditions being met. […]
Major renovations that cost thousands of dollars typically aren’t impulse purchases. But the home-improvement industry still welcomes the speed and ease that made buy now/pay later loans popular. The U.S. home improvement industry will reach $600 billion by 2025, according to Statista. Bigger costs come with bigger risks, which in […]
As you think of what you want 2023 to look like, you might start to envision changes you can make around your home. Kevin Kozicki/Getty Images As you think of what you want 2023 to look like, you might start to envision changes you can make around your home. But […]
Special to the Arizona Daily Star As is the tradition, at the end of each year, we look back on the topics that were of the most interest to our listeners and readers. This year we are changing it up to the top topics I found most interesting this year. […]
jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Introduction As a dividend growth investor, I seek new investment opportunities in income-generating assets. When I find these assets to be attractively valued, I often add to my existing positions. Additionally, I take advantage of market volatility as we see it today by starting new […]
Image source: Getty Images You may want to spend your money elsewhere. Key points The cost of renovating a home can be very high. Before you spend your money, consider whether your home improvements will really deliver the value you expect them to, and whether they’ll be too disruptive to […]
Home remodeling is a $400 billion industry, with about 1.123 million new single-family homes built in the United States last year, and experts say that both figures are on the rise. This growth requires billions of tons of concrete, steel, drywall, and other building materials, all of which require a […]
Trenton – In an effort to crack down on bad actors, the Senate Commerce Committee advanced legislation today sponsored by Senator Gordon Johnson which would regulate home improvement and home elevation contractors. “Current laws are failing to protect homeowners from the growing number of incompetent and fraudulent home improvement […]
The City Council discussed the success of the Senior Citizen Home Improvement program that has been wildly popular in the community during Monday’s work session. Pictured, from left, are City Councilman William Reynolds, R-Ward V, and Housing Committee Chairwoman Marie Carrubba, D-Ward IV. P-J photo by Timothy […]