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- by Megan Haskins
The Most Overlooked Home Building Upgrades
I’ve spent years collecting the little details homeowners wish they’d known before they built. Here are a few that deserve way more attention. Recess Your Refrigerator Wall If you want the built-in refrigerator look without the built-in price, this is...
- by Megan Haskins
Spend $50 to Protect One of the Most Important Parts of Your House
Depending on the build schedule, trusses can sit on your job site for weeks or even months before they're installed. If they're left exposed to the weather the entire time, it's worth asking a few questions. Don't Let Them Sit...
- by Megan Haskins
Don't Forget Your Driveway Needs Power Too
Most people think about powering the house. Very few think about powering the driveway. Here’s how to plan ahead so you're not cutting through concrete to run wire for a gate, driveway lighting, security cameras, or a keypad! Plan for...
- by Megan Haskins
7 Garage Features That Make It More Than A Parking Spot
Here are seven upgrades I'd seriously consider. 240V Outlet Even if you don't own an EV today, I'd still install a 240V outlet. It gives you the flexibility to charge an electric vehicle, run a welder, power larger shop tools,...
- by David Miller
Pool Maintenance Tips 187 Real Pool Owners Swear By
Most new pool owners learn pool care the expensive way. One green pool, one $400 pool store run at a time. We asked 187 pool owners for the single best tip they ever learned... and the answers were surprisingly consistent....
- by Megan Haskins
6 Laundry Features You Can't Add Later
Here are 6 laundry room features that are difficult or expensive to add after drywall. Floor Drain This is one of those upgrades you hope you never need. If your washing machine hose bursts or the utility sink overflows, a...
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