More People Prefer To Fix Up Home Careful Planning
Edgar V. Hall of the National Home Improvement Council urges careful planning and multiple bids for remodeling. He notes rising costs curb new-home ownership but remodeling remains popular. advise consulting lenders, contractors, lawyers, and possibly an architect for substantial projects to balance value and expense.
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Edgar V. Hall
National Home Improvement Council, Inc
National Home Improvement Council
National Association of Home Builders
National Remodelers Association
Insurance Too Needs Updating
The Baxters learned their homeowners policy did not keep pace with inflation as replacement costs rose. Inflation guard endorsements raise coverage over time, and policies can now often be renewed annually rather than every three years, letting homeowners upgrade more frequently.
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Baxter
Baxters
Stephen P. Janco
CNA Insurance
Booklets Offer How-To Help for Plumbing and Bath Design
Homeowners can obtain two inexpensive booklets from the Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau in Chicago. Plumbing Care and Repair explains maintenance, simple repairs, and which tasks require a pro, priced at 25 cents plus a 6 cent stamp. Bath Design Help offers design guidance for bathrooms at the same price, available from the same address.
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E. Wacker Drive
Chicago I
Plumbing-Heatingee Information Bureau
Wacker Drive
Chicago
Louver Idea for Fences Behind Fruit Trees
Louvers provide a vertical background for fruit trees, using louvered fences to add texture and shading. The design blends utility with decorative appeal, supporting plant growth while enhancing garden aesthetics.
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