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Home hacks including DIY organization, storage solutions, cleaning tips and beyond.
How Net Metering Can Increase Your Solar Savings
You’re probably already aware of many of the benefits of switching your home to solar energy. You know you’ll see an immediate decrease in your electricity bill, and that you’ll be making a positive impact on the environment by reducing your dependency on fossil fuels. What you might not know is that in many states there is another way to save money with solar called net metering. Read on to learn about this extra perk that can increase the value of your investment.
By Craig Middleton6 years ago in Lifehack
Buying a Luxury Pool to Improve Your Home
Even though you might have dreamed of purchasing a pool for your home, you could still be wondering if it's a good idea. After all, as you might already know, buying a swimming pool can be costly. Plus, you have to worry about things like increased homeowners insurance costs and pool maintenance costs. However, even though it is definitely important for you to think about these things before you do install a pool, you should know that buying a swimming pool can actually still be a wonderful idea. These are a few reasons why.
By Kari Oakley6 years ago in Lifehack
Tiny Living Comfort
I never thought by living in less than 500 ft.² I would come to find so much solace and gratitude. In my time in my studio apartment I have gone through ups and downs trying to figure out how my belongings and art would fit in my space. I thought it was not possible to live and work in a studio space as an artist and a yogi. My first thought was “oh no will I be able to do all the things that I love in such a confined room”. The answer is yes.
By Sarah Tess Kunkleman 6 years ago in Lifehack
Top pool and spa designs
Adding a backyard pool to your home is something you do for yourself and your family. It can provide years of entertainment space and beauty to your yard. There are many different styles of pools available, so before you get your heart set on one, consider all the different options to help make your aqua dreams come true.
By Mikkie Mills6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Prepare To Build a House
When it comes time to move out of your home, there is always a choice to be made: do you want to buy a house or build one? Buying a home is more convenient, and it’s generally cheaper. Building a house, on the other hand, involves a ton of labor, and it may end up being slightly more expensive. However, building one’s own home has a couple of advantages. A home built from scratch can be “yours” in a way no other house can, because it can be customized in any number of ways to meet your specific needs and desires. If you’re interested in building a house, here are the essential steps you’ll need to take before your project begins.
By Craig Middleton6 years ago in Lifehack
Is Solar Power Worth It for Your Home?
In a world where resources are constantly diminishing and becoming more expensive, it's important to find ways to conserve. One area we've focused a lot of our time into is figuring out how to create energy without using fossil fuels. For many people, the most logical answer to this problem is solar power. If you're thinking about investing in solar power for your home, here's what you can expect in terms of the upfront investment and the results later on.
By Craig Middleton6 years ago in Lifehack
Earnest Money Deposits: The Ultimate Guide
What to Know About Home Deposits When you are buying a home, the deposit can be a problem area, which can lead to you losing money. If you like the look of a house and hand over earnest money, there are many ways in which this cash can be lost. As a buyer, you need to educate yourself on the process, so you don't run into the possibility of deposit forfeiture.
By Bill Gassett6 years ago in Lifehack
5 Things You Should Know About Solar Panels
Solar panels can help you save energy in your home. The solar panels will capture the light from the sun and turn it into usable energy. Solar panels are often installed on the roof of a home. When they are used on a large scale they can be installed in a field and provide power to nearby structures. There are 5 things that you do not know about these solar panels or how they work.
By Finnegan Pierson6 years ago in Lifehack
The Interior Design Trends for Spring 2020 You Can’t Miss
Breathe in the fresh air and get ready to pick a new paint color for the wall - spring is here! As we embrace the season of growth and renewal, it’s time to welcome the evolving variety of interior design trends in store for spring 2020.
By Melody Porter6 years ago in Lifehack
The Guide to Creating Better Homes
We define 'better homes' differently. It could be just the simple fact that we have a roof above our heads or a complete family in our modest homes. However, there are other definitions of a 'better home' that most homeowners have been thinking. And that is upgrading, redecorating or renovating their homes for a more comfortable and cosier daily living.
By Silva Wardrobes6 years ago in Lifehack
How to Decorate Your Home Like Joanna Gaines
If you're anything like us, you've spent countless hours watching Fixer Upper on HGTV and oogling over the beautiful home renovations that they do each episode! And, if you are like us, you've wished that you could have the Gaines family redo YOUR HOME!
By Matthew Lundgren6 years ago in Lifehack
