Home-Improvement

Purchasing low quality furniture is akin to throwing money in the trash. The long-term costs of cheap furniture outweigh the short-term benefits those pieces may provide you. While inexpensive furniture may be a lower upfront investment, it ends up costing more in the long run due to repair or replacement costs. The average replacement cost of an inexpensive sofa will …

A look at some of the most common ways we loose heat from our homes and how, with just a few small changes, we can stop it, save money and help the environment. With more and more people taking an interest in the environment and the effect our actions have on it this is a great way to do your …

Hop into your time machine and pretend you’re a child again. Think about the items in your home. Dial up internet, phones with cords and black and white TVs. Your home was filled with appliances, furniture and electronics that were unique to your era. Take our quiz to see if hhgregg can guess your age based on the products in …

Structural warranties protect your savings by covering the integral components of a home such as: windows, siding and stucco, plumbing systems, and more. A structural warranty is different from a systems and appliances warranty in that it doesn’t cover appliances like dishwashers or microwaves. If you’re in the market for a new home, check out this infographic on structural warranties …

First impressions count, and no more so when you’re trying to sell your home—did you know that 18% of buyers will decide whether they will make an offer from the moment they walk through the front door? Unfortunately it isn’t always so simple to know what your target market are going to go for, that’s why the home experts at …

Higher thread counts are often thought to make for a more comfortable bed and restful night of sleep, however, this isn’t always the case. Research shows thread count only plays a small role in comfort and sleep quality. Higher numbers are more appealing and we’ve been taught to believe we need the very best. But what if the very best …

As a new homeowner, there are certain things that you should be sure to familiarize yourself with when it comes to your new home. Being sure to know the basics of how to operate some simple things such as the breakers in your electrical panel, to some of the more important shut-off valves can save you a tremendous amount of …

Every home seller wants an easy to follow blueprint on the things they need to focus on as they prepare to get their home listed on the local real estate market. Whether it is performing periodic maintenance, upgrading as necessary, de-cluttering and/or de-personalizing, or just taking on the task of general cleanup, having a handy guide that can be used …

Home improvement projects can help you in so many ways. There’s a reason why they’re called home improvement. Choose the right kind of project and it will really improve your home. These ideas satisfy and fulfill a specific need. You have to choose one that will really help you out by improving your home in such a way that it …

We all love a feeling of hot shower on a cold morning. Find out how your home water heater may be dangerous and how to play it safe. Regular tank water heaters do require your attention and periodic maintenance that needs to be performed. Learn what steps to take to flush your water heater to extend its life and potentially …