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Marwa is an architect and content creator with a passion for home decor. When she's not working, you can find her learning a new DIY skill, gardening, hiking, or watching a new TV show.
Articles (30)
Because let’s face it, cleaning clogged gutters probably isn’t your thing
The average cost to install a new plywood subfloor is between $600 and $700
Dimming lights, bulbs that burn out quickly, or high power bills can all be signs of electrical problems in your home
Your home needs a good foundation—and it may need a good repair to get there
Turn your outdated and closed-off home into a modern, open space
A pier and beam foundation is an excellent option for your room addition, as it offers stability at a lower cost than traditional slabs
If you can play Tetris, you can pack your moving truck
Cut energy cost by 20% with exterior foundation insulation
If you can build a box, you can build a box column
Home deconstruction can be good for the environment, help your community, and even grant you a tax return
Can you really have the best of both worlds?
If your home doesn't fit your needs anymore, it's time to rightsize
Evacuate! It can take as few as five minutes for flames to take the whole house
When it comes to drilling marble, slow and steady wins the rice
You should rethink that wooden framing
Get your money’s worth with additional savings in the long-run
Your houseplants only need a little love and attention to make it through a move
If your basement has a flooding problem or you live in an area that is susceptive to rainfall or snow, a sump pump is a sound investment
Know your soils to keep your home stable
