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When your home gets flooded, it might feel like a nightmare. Personal mementos can get destroyed, and it's very expensive to restore your home to its former state. But there are even more consequences to a flooded home that you might not have thought about. If you ever find yourself in this situation, or if you've recently suffered damage to your home through flooding, here are a few other consequences that you might not have thought about. Plumbing Issues While some types of water damage come from nature, there are plenty of times that water damage comes from broken pipes and fixtures. When this happens, carpet, cabinetry, and other house materials can get wet and need replacement. According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, one of the most common ways for pipes to break results from not preparing for freezing weather properly and in older homes, from corrosion. And even a simple leaking pipe under a sink or behind the bathtub fixtures can amount to …

When it comes to selling your home, one of the most important steps to take is to create an appealing property to ensure that the property sells quickly. As a seller, there are many steps that you'll need to take to improve the quality of the home. Here are a few low-cost ways to make your home more appealing to potential buyers.
The Appeal of Pleasant Aromas
The scents that buyers smell when they walk into the house will determine if they feel at home. Consider baking cookies before buyers arrive to make the home smell cozy and inviting. With the sense of smell, you can create an inviting scene that will spark the interest of potential buyers as they tour your home. You can also light a few candles, specifically in the bathroom or living room. You'll need to empty the trash can and cupboards of spoiled food in advance to prevent unpleasant smells or odors from being present.
Properly Stage Your Home
Staging a home is essential to ensure that buyers can envision themselves living …

It’s that time of year again; time to stock up on salt and break out the snow shovel. While you’re busy getting ready for this year’s snow, take the time now to consider your roof. When was the last time you had it inspection by a professional roofing company in Buckhead? Whether you’re new to town or a seasoned resident, here are a few tips from the professionals at the Superior Roofing Company to help you prepare for the winter weather.

Fall Debris
Before the first winter snow storm, take the time to clear your property of debris. Most people will spend time raking the autumn leaves from their yard but those same leaves can easily clog your gutters. They also pile up in the corners of your roof adding unnecessary weight and creating a breeding ground for mold. Cleaning your gutters isn’t as hard as it used to be; special hose extensions are designed specifically for this chore. An angled nozzle sprays pressurized water into the gutter, effectively removing all debris. If left alone, l…

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When you’re preparing to sell your home, you might consider doing a big renovation. After all,
a good-looking house will get a better price.

Unfortunately, many of the errors made by rookie home renovators take place before the
renovations even begin. Starting a project without an understanding of the project's cost,
the estimated time for completion, or the value to be added to a house can often result in
disaster.
First-time renovators should take a moment to familiarize themselves with the following
common rookie renovating mistakes to ensure they do not repeat them.   Failing to Get Inspections It is ideal to get all inspections that are possible when considering a home renovation project.
This will give the rookie renovator a good idea of the time and money needed to renovate a
home.
Many first-time renovators choose to cut corners with inspections due to the upfront costs.
However, this important step in the renovation process can prevent thousands…

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Garages can easily become cluttered and lacking in functionality. It's one of the places in
the home that we tend to put all of the things that we don't quite want to get rid of, but we
don't quite want around anymore, either.

If you’re looking to remodel your home, you’ll probably want to consider redoing your garage
setup as well. Having a great garage is something that you may want, so you’ll need to know
where to put your efforts to make a truly functional garage. There are several projects that
you can invest your time and resources in. Here are three of the best ones. Storage Renovations to the garage can make a big difference in its functionality, and storage is one
of the staples to any garage renovation. One of the first things you'll need to do is clear out
all of the clutter.

Yes, it's difficult to part with things that you've had for years, but you're unlikely to actually
miss them, an…

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Remodeling is the perfect way to give your home a personal touch. The upgrades will also
add a lot of value to home if you ever decide to move. While there are numerous benefits of
a home remodel, they do come at a certain cost — and we’re not talking about money. A
major overhaul can disrupt your life for several months if you are not prepared. So if you’re
getting ready for a big remodel, here are four things you can do beforehand to make the
transition as seamless as possible. Rent a Storage Unit The first thing you need to do before starting a remodel is to determine which of your
belongings will need to be relocated during reconstruction. For smaller projects, you can
probably just move your furniture and belongings to another room. For larger projects, you
are more likely to need external storage. Aside from being a place to put your belongings
without cluttering up the rest of your home, storage units also keep your stuff safe and are
fairly inexpensi…