Posts From Matthew C. Keegan
How to Prepare Your Shed for Winter
Tweet Avoid a winter collapse of your outdoor shed. Your shed doesn’t have to be prepared for winter, right? Think again. Structurally, your shed may seem okay, but there could
How to Prepare Your Garage for Winter
Tweet The change in temperatures is so very welcome, allowing people who have had to limit their outdoor activities to enjoy more time outside. Attached Garage If your home has
How to Prepare Your Pool for Winter
Tweet Summer is over and pool winterizing remains. Colder temperatures signal seasonal change and if you own an outdoor in-ground swimming pool, you will soon need to winterize it. If
Reface Kitchen Cabinets for a Fresh, New Look
Tweet You can shave thousands of dollars off of your costs by keeping your current cabinets and resurfacing the faces. Moreover, cabinet refacing may be something you can handle yourself,
Home Mortgage Rates Near 60 Year Low
Tweet Buying a home now could save you thousands. The interest rate on 30-year home mortgages continues to drop, falling to an average of 4.32 percent according to Bankrate.com. [1]
New Counter Tops? It Isn’t Just Granite.
Tweet Granite is, of course, the top choice when it comes to counter top renovations, but is not the only choice. Let’s look at some counter top choices for your
How to Lower Your Electrical Bill
Tweet As you plan your home renovation project, you may be concerned that any expansion of your home’s square footage will present a corresponding increase in electrical costs. These concerns
Install a Gas Fireplace for Beauty & Warmth
Tweet Is it time for you to convert your wood fireplace? As summer ebbs and the first few cool mornings of the season begin to show up, thoughts about your
Smart Tips for Your Basement Home Theater
Tweet One area of your home that may be suitable for setting up a dedicated home theater is your basement. This area of your home may already be used as
How To Set Up a Home Theater
Tweet Bring movie sounds to life in your home. In coming weeks, we’re planning to share information with you about setting up a home theater. Sounds expensive, right? Well, you
First Time Home Buyer: Not as Easy as HGTV
Tweet My family is a big fan of HGTV, the formally named “home & garden television” network. HGTV hasn’t lost its theme, but its four-letter nomenclature is simply easier to
Storm Recovery and Homeowners Insurance
Tweet Hurricane season and your home insurance policy. Following an extraodinarily active and deadly spring tornado season, homeowners across the Gulf and Atlantic coasts are keeping a wary eye on
How to Make a Small Area Appear Larger
Tweet Making do with what you have is something interior designers have been making happen for years. Their services are sought after by city apartment dwellers and first time homeowners
You Can Pressure Wash Your Vinyl Siding
Tweet How to clean your home’s siding. My neighbor was worried that the vinyl siding he installed on his house last year would not be able to hold up under
Energy Star Tax Credits Expire at Year End
Tweet Are you aware that certain Energy Star tax credits are still in effect? This may come as a surprise to you given the big publicity in 2009 and 2010
How to Choose the Right Home Siding
Tweet Cost effective siding need not bust your budget. Choosing the right siding for your home is as easy as considering wood, brick or vinyl, right? Well, no. If you
6 Ways to Renovate a Laundry Room
Tweet Well, if you’re planning to sell your home, the laundry room can enhance or detract from your home’s appeal, perhaps making the difference with some buyers. Fortunately, a laundry
How to Inspect Your Roof
Tweet Your home’s roof protects your house and its contents from the effects of weather. A properly functioning roof keeps moisture out and helps to maintain interior temperatures especially in
6 Bathroom Updates on a Budget
Tweet With you and your spouse working side by side, you can update your bathroom in a weekend and enjoy your refreshed room by Monday. 1. Replace the mirror –
Apartment Kitchen Renovation Ideas
Tweet Working with a small kitchen area. If you own or rent an apartment or condominium, you may have a kitchen that is small, with a minimal work area and
