Cost vs. Value Report

The 2011/2012 Cost vs. Value Report, done annually by Remodeling Magazine, is available online now. This report contains insight for homeowners about which home improvements are the best value, particularly if the homeowner is not planning on staying in their house for an extended period. By comparing the Cost vs. Value investment recoupment estimates with the intrinsic value of an improved home, your decisions as to which improvements to made will be an educated one.

http://www.remodeling.hw.net/2011/costvsvalue/national.aspx

 

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Cost vs. Value

Interested in learning how much money you may recoup on a remodeled bathroom, kitchen or basement if you were to sell your home?  Remodeling Magazine’s annual Cost vs. Value Report is available online by visiting http://www.remodeling.hw.net/2010/costvsvalue/national.aspx

While we know that most of our customers plan to live in the space for some time, it is nice to see that you are, in most cases, not just upgrading, but investing in your home.  Enjoy!

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Photos

Dedhico Home Improvements is now posting photos of current and previous jobs both on our site (see the right sidebar) and on our Facebook Page.  See photos of a recent bathroom renovation and our latest addition along with photos of many other projects!

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Winterizing your Home

Winter is coming!  Before we know it, we will be lighting fires in our fireplaces and bundling up before we head outdoors.  Although winter is a common time for household troubles, you can prevent common occurrences by winterizing your home now. 

Deal with your windows: Now is the time to take down the window screens and put up storm windows, which provide an extra layer of protection and warmth for the home. Storm windows are particularly helpful if you have old, single-pane glass windows. But if you don’t have storm windows, and your windows are leaky or drafty, you may need to be update to a more efficient window. 

Of course, windows are pricey. Budget to replace as many as you can to take advantage of the tax credits that expire December 31st

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Dedhico Featured

Dedhico Home Improvements was recently feautured in an article related to the government program known as “Cash for Caulkers.”  To learn more please visit http://www.allbusiness.com/economy-economic-indicators/economic-indicators/14172714-1.html.

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Renovate Right

Click here for a link to the EPA’s “Renovate Right” brochure.  There are so many questions swirling around the RRP rules and regulations right now.  If you have questions, contact us and we will be happy to help you complete a safe and healthy remodel.

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It’s Official!

Dedhico, LLC has completed the requirements for EPA’s Lead Certification Program! 

Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.

To protect against this risk, on April 22, 2008, EPA issued a rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices and other actions aimed at preventing lead poisoning. Under the rule, beginning in April 2010, contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.

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