1,220 ViewsAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 1,639,000 building permits were approved for residential construction in November 2020. The construction of 1,547,000 homes also began in the same month. This number of building permits showed an 8.5% increase from the previous year. The construction of new homes also increased in the last year by […]
Home Improvement
How Much Does It Typically Cost to Build a Storage Shed?
2,439 ViewsHave you officially run out of room to store things in your house? If so, you might be thinking about renting a storage unit. But on average, this is going to cost you somewhere between $75 and $150 per month to do. So instead of renting a storage unit for all your stuff, why […]
Make Birds Fall in Love With Your Backyard by Knowing How to Attract Birds to Your Yard
1,354 ViewsAre you looking for ways to improve your home’s yard? Making your yard desirable to birds is a great way to bring a bit of life and beauty right in front of your window! Not only are they interesting to watch, but did you know that birds are beneficial to your garden as well? […]
How Serious is Radon in a Home
1,155 ViewsMany Bay Area homeowners have heard of radon, but aren’t exactly sure what it is and how serious of a health problem it may pose. Radon is a natural radioactive gas which can be found in the ground when radium and uranium decays. On average, there may be up to 50 pounds of uranium […]
What is an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)?
1,174 ViewsDo you wish your primary residence was bigger, but you don’t have the money to upgrade to a new home? Or, do you wish there was just a more private space for your out-of-town visitors? Enter: the accessory dwelling unit. Also known as an ADU, an accessory dwelling unit is the perfect addition to […]
What are the Most Fascinating Man-Made Underground Structures?
1,334 ViewsWhen people talk about the biggest man-made structures, they focus on above-the-ground constructions forgetting amazing underground structures do exist. Erecting such structures is a momentous task for builders and engineers as they have to battle hydrostatic pressure and the weight of the soil above. These six largest man-made underground structures in the world are […]
6 Recurring Causes of AC Compressor Failure (and What to Do About Them)
1,496 ViewsEmergency home spending repairs represent a significant threat to the homeowner’s budget. For one thing, they’re difficult to plan for. After all, you can try to set aside a little extra money in case unexpected expenses arise. However, this is hard to justify when you have actual expenses to meet right now. For another […]
What are the Steps to Hiring the Best ADU Builders
1,693 ViewsIf you have a home and looking for qualified and experienced accessory dwelling unit companies in the market, you will find there are many of them present in the market. With so many choices available, you are bound to get confused. You should never rush to the first company that comes your way. In […]
22 Signs Your House Could Have Toxic Black Mold
1,052 ViewsMold is the type of fungus, and when it begins growing, it becomes a serious issue that can negatively impact our health and the longevity and safety of your house. Today, mold becomes of the big issues for the house owners and the people living in the house that has mold. You should hire […]
Keep Your Home Secure With These 5 House Security Tips
1,011 ViewsStudies show that there is an average of 2.5 million break-ins every year, which equates to one burglary every 13 seconds.a Has your home ever been the target of a buarglary? What measures are you currently taking to protect your home? Where are the weakest security points in your home? Knowing how to protect […]