Winter is just a season away and the weather in many parts of the country is moving folks indoors. And it's a great time for a home improvement project!
However, despite the increased value and enjoyment it can bring to your home, cleaning up and removing all the debris can be hard in winter. But you have options.
Topics: home remodeling, construction debris removal, DIY projects, home renovation, home improvement, preparing for winter, home upgrades
[This article was first published in April 2019 and has been updated and revised.]
Everyone likes to spend time in their backyard, especially in late summer and early fall. And here are simple things you can do to improve your backyard.
In many parts of the country, late summer or early fall are a great time to take on outdoor DIY projects. And the beauty of these ideas are that they are low-cost and easy to do.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, DIY projects, lawn debris, home renovation, home improvement, backyard, outdoor entertaining, backyard entertaining
[This article was first published in August 2019 and has been expanded and revised.]
Summer is a great time to complete those backyard renovation projects you've been planning for so long. But what you do with all the junk and debris that's left?
Planning a renovation project can be both fun and inspiring. And, if you're a dedicated DIY-type of homeowner, digging and building can be gratifying and enjoyable. But disposing of and hauling away all the debris, trash and old junk probably won't be.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, landscaping debris, landscaping, home renovation, backyard, hot tub removal, hot tub disposal, hardscaping, backyard entertaining
[This article was originally published in June 2018 and has been updated and revised.]
The days of the traditional wood deck built with sixteen penny nails and swinging hammers haven't disappeared completely. But the options for building materials has grown tremendously and offer exciting possibilities.
It used to be that an affordable deck might be built with treated wood of some type. For those with a bigger budget, a redwood deck was often considered the way to go. However, once the movement towards an "outdoor living" lifestyle began to become more popular, deck designs evolved - as did the need for more versatile, longer-lasting decking materials.
Topics: construction waste removal, landscaping, DIY projects, home renovation, residential contractor, old deck removal, old lumber disposal
[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
[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
[This article was previously published in November 2016. It has been updated and revised.]
With the real estate market still going strong, adding upgrades can increase the value of a home. But how do you know which remodeling projects to invest in?
Fortunately, there are plenty of industry experts who track the trends and the statistics and they update the rest of us each year on what's hot and what's not in home improvement.
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, junk hauling, home remodeling, construction debris removal, house cleanouts, home renovation
{This post was originally published in June, 2017, and has been revised and updated.]
With the housing market still hot in most parts of the country, it is still a good time to consider selling. But investing in upgrades may be necessary.
But that also means making the right upgrades to maximize your home's resale value. The trick is in knowing what is currently desired by home buyers and what upgrades bring the highest ROI.
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, get rid of old appliances, home remodeling, construction debris removal, appliance recycling, home renovation
Sometimes you need your junk removed quickly and as soon as possible. But there are times you need a few days to get your junk together as you finish a project.
Having the time and the space to gather up junk and debris as it is generated and a place to put it all can be a huge benefit for many cleanup projects.
Topics: dumpster rental, storm cleanup, home remodeling, landscaping debris, roll off dumpster, rented dumpster, home renovation, garage cleanup, rental dumpster
Every years thousands of US homeowners prepare to sell their home. And one of the things many do is to upgrade one or more rooms beforehand.
But home improvement to increase resale value is a tricky thing. What was hot a few years ago is no longer, and the trends come and go. So, it pays to know just what will net the most ROI for 2022.
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, residential trash removal