Melissa Graham

Contributing Writer

Melissa has spent over ten years writing about home design, style, and DIYs for regional and national publications.

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About

Melissa has spent over ten years writing about home design, style, and DIYs for regional and national publications. She's interviewed the Property Brothers and rubbed elbows with Chip and Joanna Gaines, and on the less glamorous days, put on a hard hat to see home renovations in real-time. Now, she lends her expertise to readers looking to transform their spaces in big and small ways, whether providing tips for picking the best shade of black paint or sharing how to install peel-and-stick backsplash.

Passions: Home decor, organization, and cleaning 

Favorite design style: Transitional design that incorporates as much color as possible

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Location
Dallas, Texas
Articles
If your ceiling fan stops working due to a bad motor or broken pull chain, here’s what you can expect to pay to get it fixed.
Autumn leaves are beautiful but also leave quite a mess to clean up. This guide will help you budget for your leaf removal cost this fall.
Junk removal costs depend on the volume and type of waste you need removed, but paying a professional saves you time and energy over hauling it yourself.
The average cost to paint shutters is $350, depending on the size, number of shutters, and labor. Read this guide to learn more about shutter costs.
Ozone treatment can help with lingering smoke odors. Learn about ozone smoke removal costs to get an accurate idea of how to budget for this service.
When a sill plate begins to crumble, it needs to be replaced ASAP. But how much does sill plate replacement cost? Here's what you need to know.
Find costs to repair a gas line and plan your budget based on the problem, from excavating for a new line to making a minor repair to an existing one.
Looking to put up a show-stopping Christmas light display this holiday season? Learn more about the types of Christmas lights to make your home shine.