Popcorn Ceilings – The Textured Nightmare That Lingers Popcorn Ceilings – The Textured Nightmare That Lingers (image credits: wikimedia) Here’s something that’ll make potential buyers run faster than a fire drill. Popcorn ceilings are showing up on practically every real estate expert’s list of features that need to disappear yesterday. These bumpy, cottage cheese-looking surfaces …
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The Staggering Cost of Professional Lawn Care The Staggering Cost of Professional Lawn Care (image credits: pixabay) You might want to sit down for this one. After months of paying my lawn service company, I decided to crunch the numbers, and the results were eye-opening. The average homeowner can expect to pay $100 to $410 …
Missing Stair Handrails Lurking Throughout Your Home Missing Stair Handrails Lurking Throughout Your Home (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: you’re walking down your basement stairs carrying a load of laundry when suddenly you stumble. Reach out to steady yourself and… there’s nothing there. To comply with building codes, a staircase handrail must include a return …
Unkempt Lawns and Overgrown Landscaping Unkempt Lawns and Overgrown Landscaping (image credits: flickr) If you’re a homeowner living in an HOA community, your lawn might be causing more drama than you think. Neglecting to mow lawns, trim bushes, or remove weeds, resulting in an unkempt appearance is one of the most frequent violations homeowners face. …
Unpermitted Storage Sheds and Backyard Structures Unpermitted Storage Sheds and Backyard Structures (image credits: unsplash) Many homeowners don’t realize that their innocent backyard storage shed could be breaking local zoning laws. Size: Up to 120 square feet – no permits needed. Above 121 square feet – plans, approval, and permits required in New York City, …
Swimming Pool Installations That Drain Your Wallet Swimming Pool Installations That Drain Your Wallet (image credits: flickr) Swimming pools might seem like the ultimate luxury upgrade that would make buyers jump at your property, but reality paints a different picture. At most, a pool could increase your home’s value by 7%, according to home improvement …