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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Mar 14, 2019

    Who Says You Have to Suffer Through Your Kitchen Remodel?

    From the very the first step of demolition, your kitchen immediately loses functional amenities. Dishes and appliances become inaccessible. Simple tasks like pouring a drink of water or toasting bread are almost impossible. But there is a way to keep your house running smoothly during a kitchen remodel.
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    • Maintain
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Homeowners
    |   Mar 7, 2019

    Is Repairing an Appliance on the Fritz Worth the Effort?

    Your washer is leaking, food in the freezer is thawing, the clothes in the dryer are damp, and the oven refuses to bake. When should you replace an appliance?
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    • Build
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Feb 28, 2019

    Taking on a Major Remodel

    If you have a whole-house renovation on the horizon, there are tips you can follow to make it as quick and painless as possible.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Jan 3, 2019

    Why Heated Floors Are Worth the Hype

    If cold floors keep you on your toes, heating them up is an affordable solution.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    |   Dec 6, 2018

    Prep Your Home for Holiday Travel

    If you’re heading out this winter, follow these tips to keep your house safe.
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    • Councils
    • Remodelers Council
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Nov 1, 2018

    Remodeling Dos and Don’ts

    You’ve made the decision to turn your dream home into a reality. Congratulations. Here’s what you need to know: basic dos and don’ts, with don’ts placed first because, like your remodel, we want you to end on a good note.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Sep 27, 2018

    Is ‘Visitability’ Included in Your Home Remodel Goals?

    Articulating a clear goal and vision for your home space will help clarify what you want to get from your remodel project when it’s time to talk with design and construction firms.
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    • Maintain
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Homeowners
    |   Sep 19, 2018

    6 Ways to Prep for the Change of Seasons

    Pick this weekend or next to perform basic outdoor maintenance like smoothing driveway cracks and cleaning out the gutters.
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