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11 Things to Consider Before You Build an Outdoor Kitchen »

The truly excellent outdoor kitchen is not only functional, but aesthetically pleasing, a place you and your guests will want to spend some time.

7 Great Play Structures for the Back Yard »

The play structure is a great update to a back yard and gets the kids out of the house during these Summer months.

Can Cheap Granite Countertops Help You Sell Your Home? »

A cheap slab of granite can make a nice upgrade to help sell a home in certain circumstances, but are you sure it’s really as cheap as you think?

Aging in Place: Garage and Gardens »

A properly set up yard, garden, and garage can allow green thumb seniors to practice their hobby while they age in place.

Aging in Place: Bathrooms »

Bathrooms are a major consideration for aging-in-place upgrades, if for the simple reason that there are hazards that go hand-in-hand with the slippery surfaces found in most of them.

Aging in Place: Kitchens »

When people begin to consider living throughout their senior years at home, the kitchen becomes a major consideration and a place where a little thought and attention can really help make it safe, accessible, and useful.

Aging in Place: Entryways and Hallways »

The proper design of entryways and hallways is crucial to homes that are set up for aging in place.

Choosing an Aging-in-Place Community »

The first place to start when you are considering aging in place is the community in which you live. Ask yourself this question: Would you want to live there if you were 80 years old?

What is Aging in Place and the Certified Aging in Place Specialist »

Certified contractors can lead people through “aging in place” remodeling considerations and prepare their homes so they can live in them throughout their lives, enjoying family, community, and a familiar environment.

Protect Your Family From Lead Hazard by Using Lead Certified Contractors »

An April 22, 2010 EPA deadline requires contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 must be certified and trained to follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination.