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.

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?

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.

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.

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