Category: Home Improvements

Pink Mold In Toilet Bowl | Alure Home Solutions

21 Nov

What Is Pink Mold & Why Is It In My Bathroom? You may wonder why there are pink splotches around your toilet bowl or shower drain— even in your bathtub's corners, where water collects. That pink stain is millions of bacteria making themselves at home in your bathroom. It's called "pink mold," even though it's not a fungus, like black…

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Are Home Improvements Tax Deductible?

14 Nov

Money savvy homeowners in New York and New Jersey are always looking for ways to save some of their hard-earned cash, especially by reducing their tax bill. But in many situations, understanding your true tax liability can be difficult. For example, can you write off home improvements that you or a contractor complete? To find out that answer, read this…

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Here’s Why Winter Is a Great Time to Work on Your Home

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27 Jan

Snow is falling and cold breezes are blowing, but that doesn't mean you have to stop your renovation plans. Winter is often the ideal time to perform home improvements. Redecorate your space now, and you'll have more time available in the warm months to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You can also appreciate plenty of advantages while it's still…

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6 Immediate Benefits Of Installing Residential Fencing On Your Property

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26 Jun

Every homeowner thinks of adding value to their property. Fencing is adding strong fences which are well designed, high quality and robust structures to add beauty, safety, and privacy to the entire property. Residential fencing hence is used for serving more than one function such as marking the boundaries of the properties, safeguarding children and pets and enhancing the elegance…

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How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Increase Home Value?

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16 Apr

Many real estate agents will tell you that kitchens sell houses. They point to the fact that both kitchen upgrades and full renovations rank high on home buyers’ wish lists. This has led to the belief that among home improvement projects, kitchen renovations are the most likely to increase your home’s value. But is that true? In short, it depends.…

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Essential Tips for Planning a Successful House Remodel

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15 Apr

Theoretically speaking, remodeling is a great thing – you get the opportunity to improve the sustainability of your home, expand the space, and provide your family with better living conditions. In reality, though, things are a bit different. If not carefully planned and executed, a huge number of these overhauls tend to become a living nightmare capable of completely disrupting…

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How to Choose the Right Roofing Contractor

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18 Feb

If you’re like most homeowners, your home is your biggest investment, and one of the most fundamental parts of your home is your roof. By providing a barrier against the elements, your roof protects your household and belongings, and – in a virtuous cycle – your investment in your home. That’s why it’s imperative that when your roof needs to…

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Do You Need a Permit to Remodel a Kitchen?

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15 Feb

So, you’re planning a kitchen remodel at your Long Island home and have a pretty good idea of the materials and colors you want to incorporate, but there is one relevant matter you’re unclear about: Is a permit necessary?  It’s an important question since many home renovation projects in New York do require permits, and obtaining one will prevent unnecessary…

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How Do You Measure for a Replacement Window?

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12 Feb

You can buy the most energy-efficient window on the market, with grid patterns that reflect your style and decorative hardware that’s nothing less than elegant, but if the window is incorrectly sized, those desirable features won’t matter. And, if your window was custom made, your problem may be compounded because most window companies won’t allow you to return a custom-made…

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