General Remodeling Web Directory

Do-It-Yourself Sump Pump Installation
Disheartening as it may be, according to recent surveys, over 85% of all homes with basements will experience some form of wet basement problems in their lifetime. Installing a sump pump in the basement can be a great benefit, even if it?s only to keep the water from getting deep or to act as a floor drain.

Door Hardware Information and Tips
Door hardware is sometimes overlooked by homeowners and builders. It is seen as a way to cut corners and save money for the overall building budget, a small detail that gets pushed aside until the last minute and the possibility of using it as part of the decorating theme of the house is not seen.

Door Hardware Information and Tips - (2)
Some door hardware is made to where the latches can be adjusted from one backset to the other, but with most latches there are fixed to a certain backset. If you do not know the backset of your doors, upon request most companies will include both sizes at no additional charge to you.

Easy DIY Projects Increase Value of Home
While DIY projects often seem like a daunting task, they don?t have to be. By planning ahead and arming yourself with the right tools, your home upgrades can be quick and affordable.

Easy Do-It-Yourself Basement Waterproofing
If you have a damp basement, chances are you are reluctant to use it. Furniture and electronics can suffer water damage, and the musty smell doesn't make for a pleasant space. Excess moisture in your basement not only limits your use of the space, it can cause a number of serious problems, from mold to weakening your home's foundation.

Flooring Guide
Provides information about various types of flooring. Offers information about hardwood, bamboo, cork, and laminate flooring as well as many others.

Home Heat Saving Tips and Information
'Reduce Your Heating Bills This Winter - Overlooked Sources of Heat Loss in the Home' article provides grouting instructions, information and tips to save on your home heating bills.

Home Loans, Mortgage Tips and Information
People are putting money into their houses to improve comfort, safety and protect their initial investment. According to the Remodeling Activity Indicator (RAI) used by Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, homeowners continued to invest in their homes by spending almost $127 billion on remodeling in 2004 - up by almost 6 percent over 2003 levels.

Home Remodeling - An Investment for the Future
Home Remodeling - An Investment for the Future contains information on remodeling your home as an investment.

How To Save On Remodeling Costs By Getting Organized
"How To Save On Remodeling Costs By Getting Organized" provides tips and how to information on getting organized around the home.