Finished basements can add significant space to your home, and increase the value of your property. Unfortunately, finishing them can be tedious and quite expensive. Luckily, there are a few affordable options to consider when it comes to finishing the basement floors. So, what are the top cheap ways to finish a basement floor? Cheap … Read more
If you take a look at garages around your neighborhood, chances are you will notice that many of them have a floor level slightly below the rest of the house. Many homeowners like me just got used to it but have no idea why that is. This is the first time we have a house … Read more
You may have noticed walking around or driving through a nice residential neighborhood that no matter how beautiful the homes look, there is a high chance that their garages are not painted. You may think that it is crazy to give sometimes half a million dollars for a new house, but save a few hundred … Read more
You have probably noticed that most houses in the US are made of wood. For people living in other countries, this may seem odd. It was also surprising to me when I came to the US after living in Spain for 26 years and seeing mostly houses made of wood. The picture above shows the … Read more
Attics come in all shapes and sizes, from old and unfinished to new and beautifully decorated. The majority of houses have them, but have you ever wondered why? Attics’ main purpose is to support the roof structurally. Additionally, their function is insulation, ventilation, and sealing. Some attics can be finished and converted into bedrooms, offices, … Read more
Are you wondering if you can let someone live in your unfinished basement? Is it ok to let a family member or friend live in your unfinished basement for a while? It is probably not illegal in the USA to live in an unfinished basement as long as some basic requirements are met, including emergency … Read more