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[This article was first published in November 2020 and has been revised and expanded.]

Walking in a winter wonderland may be nostalgic or even romantic, but a cold house or frozen water pipes can ruin the mood. Winterizing your home can prevent that.

As a homeowner living in an environment with harsh winters, one of the tasks you probably dread the most is getting your home ready for winter weather. While those living in the more temperate areas of the country such as California, the Southeast, and in the Southwestern states may not have to deal with as much snow and ice, hard winters can still wreak havoc.

Topics: winterizing, home improvement, preparing for winter, weatherproofing, home winterizing

Composting is an eco-friendly approach for reusing and reducing organic waste. Many people avoid composting because they are intimidated by the process.

But understanding composting will help you reduce the amount of junk you produce and dump in overflowing landfills.

Topics: Yard Waste Removal, home improvement, composting, organic waste, food waste, compost

[This post was originally published in January 2022. It have been revised and expanded.]

With the holiday season just around the corner, many renters and homeowners might find this to be a good time for simple home improvement projects.

While these types of projects can vary in size and cost, there are some small home improvement steps everyone can take to add value and style to their homes. 

Topics: Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, construction debris removal, landscaping, DIY projects, home renovation, home improvement, hardscaping, curb appeal

 

When we speak of landscaping most of us think of shrubs, trees, and plants. But hardscape structures can be a significant part of a residential landscape.

And deciding what to add and what to build can be as enjoyable as the feeling of looking out at what you've accomplished later when it's all done. But how do you get it done?

Topics: landscaping, home improvement, yard waste disposal, backyard, hardscaping, curb appeal

 

[This article originally appeared here in November 2016. It has since been expanded and revised.]

As a new homeowner, or even if you’ve owned a house for many years, a home improvement project can always be exciting. What's not so fun is debris removal.

No matter whether you’re just redoing the backyard, adding another room, or remodeling the entire kitchen, you’re always going to end up with a lot of debris.

Topics: home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, home improvement, household waste removal

Every homeowner wants their house to look nice, be inviting, and draw compliments from guests and folks passing by. A curb appeal upgrade can do that.

They say you can't judge a book by its cover, but a home's "face" can say volumes about the condition of the interior and add huge resale value, as well.

Topics: Yard Waste Removal, construction debris removal, landscaping, home improvement, yard waste disposal, hardscaping, curb appeal

 

Sustainable building is on the rise in new home construction and commercial architecture. But your existing home can be made more sustainable, too. 

From insulation to flooring to solar and wind power generators, eco-friendly home improvement projects are great ways to make your home more green and sustainable.

Topics: Green Junk Removal, home remodeling, Sustainability, home renovation, home improvement, eco-friendly

 

When home buyers consider a new house, one of the things they look for is an updated and stylish kitchen. Which is why it's a major upgrade among sellers.

And renovating your old kitchen can be exciting, challenging, and result in a great deal of work. In addition, kitchen renovations often mean appliance and fixture upgrades. And that means debris.

Topics: home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, home improvement, old appliances disposal

With the housing market still going strong, many homeowners are considering selling. But the key to attracting buyers is a home with strong curb appeal.

And making changes to improve your property's curb appeal and overall beauty, may require you to call for residential junk removal services.

Topics: Residential Junk Removal, Yard Waste Removal, Real Estate, landscaping debris, home improvement

 

Hey! It's summertime! And it's a great time for all those DIY projects you've been putting off.  And that means you're going to need a dumpster rental.

Okay, so maybe you weren't really thinking about renting a dumpster. But how do you plan to get rid of all the junk, trash, and debris that comes with summertime home improvement projects?

Topics: dumpster rental, affordable dumpster, DIY projects, home improvement, self-service junk removal