Mar 9th 2011 1:00PM
With real estate sales slow to recover, many Americans are choosing to stay put and improve the homes they have. But all home improvements aren't created equal. Strategic improvements in equipment, systems and materials can add lasting value, increase comfort, and even save you money. The right home improvements can also... Continue Reading »
Nov 22nd 2010 4:35PM
After months of hunting, touring and haggling, you've finally found your perfect house. Like most buyers, you'll have it inspected. The home inspection is your chance to find out what's really going on under the hood before you commit to the purchase. Over the course of a few hours, the home inspector will probe every nook... Continue Reading »
Mar 17th 2010 4:04PM
Sure your building's got central heat, a doorman and a killer lobby, but how artistic is the roof? For a handful of buildings in New York City, the answer is 'very.' In an effort to provide a little eye candy for those looking down from space, artist Molly Dilworth is converting grungy apartment rooftops into large-scale... Continue Reading »
Dec 3rd 2009 5:21PM
Have you ever thought about putting solar panels on your roof? Now might be the time to do it. Prices for solar panels have plummeted, and industry experts anticipate a continued decline.The culprit is an oversupply of silicon, an essential component of most solar panel systems. "Raw silicon that used to be $450 bucks per... Continue Reading »
Aug 18th 2009 7:00AM
When you think about the footprint of your home and the resulting square footage, you might be neglecting to consider a sizeable piece of real estate: your roof! Not everyone is lucky enough to have access to – or permission to use – their rooftop space, but if yours is easily accessible and safe, it's... Continue Reading »
