http://www.happyherald.com/palmbeach/articles.sec-8500-1-projects-to-improve-your-home.html Since I don’t know your address I will make general assumptions. 1st is the old adage of “location, location, location”. This is still a major concern of buyers – distance to work, shopping, schools, surrounding neighborhood, etc. Let’s assume your neighborhood is suitable and relatively well maintained.]]> There are several “recirculating pumps” on the market that solve the problem. Following is one system that was featured on “This Old House” and was easy to install. The D’MAND System is a small, silent pump that you attach to the hot and cold water lines in the cabinet under the most remote kitchen or bath fixture in the home.]]> Installing parquet flooring is less difficult to install than other types of flooring. Parquet is real wood that has been cut into squares and with tongue and groove connections to each other. It’s also available with square edges. The least expensive uses 6 inch pieces of wood set into a 12” x 12” pattern.]]> The dimmers range in price from the basic simple dial type for $15 to the hi-tech model for $65. You should be able to install a new dimmer in about 15 minutes. First and foremost – when working with electricity, turn off the power at the circuit breaker panel.]]> You may find that the screws to remove the knob are concealed. With a flat blade screw driver, find the little indentation and snap the rosette or cover off. Use a mild cleaner and wipe the area clean. Them follow the directions which are included with each package.]]> Molding prices vary depending on the size and complexity of the design. It starts at about $3.50 per foot. At the high end you can spend $15 to $20 per foot. If your room is 11’ x 14’ – that’s 56 lineal feet including waste from 12’ and 16’ pieces.]]> Yes they are repairable. And rolling right along –this is an easy d.i.y. job– but there is a hard part. Sliding glass doors are heavy and very awkward to handle. It’s best if two people remove the door panels in and out of their tracks. ]]> I had new windows installed but now the inside sills look shabby. Can I replace the sills?]]> Answer:  Since 3M introduced “Scotch” tape, which is now a generic name for any transparent sticky product, the variety of tapes is outstanding!]]> Grab bar prices range from $20 to $35 depending on the size. A 16" bar generally fits stud spacing and costs about $22. The decal kit is another $10. Two bars and a decal kit will cost you $65 for the safety of your family. You should be able to install the grab bar in an hour or two.]]> here are products on the market for every cleaning project known to man – from removing wallpaper or paint to cleaning the glue used to attach labels. But there is a tool that makes many c]]>