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Inside HouzzMost Renovation and Design Firms Are Bullish on 2018
The Houzz 2018 State of the Industry report reveals optimism about business and diverging views on the U.S. economy
Full StoryInside HouzzHow Renovation and Design Businesses Fared in 2017
The 2018 Houzz State of the Industry report shows that 2017 revenues were up, but costs also rose, cutting into profits
Full StoryMost PopularWhat to Do After a Hurricane or Flood
How you treat your home after a natural disaster can make all the difference in its future livability — and your own personal safety
Full StoryLandscape Design5 Invaluable Lessons From a Landscape Architect
Find out how to give your home the curb appeal it deserves with these helpful pro tips
Full StoryWorking With an ArchitectHow to Write a Design Brief for Your New Home or Remodel
Building or renovating a house? Follow these 6 steps to draw up a plan that delivers the goods
Full StoryArchitecture7 Builder Upgrades to Skip in a New Home
Consider taking a pass on these options. You’ll increase your choices by doing them later
Full StoryWall TreatmentsGreat Home Project: How to Add Wallpaper to a Room
Wallpaper adds personality and can even make a room look bigger. Here’s how to get it installed
Full StoryGreat Home ProjectsHow to Install a New Tile Floor
Is it time to replace your tile floor? Here’s how to get it done, which pros to call and what it will cost
Full StoryPetsHow to Install a Dog-Washing Station
Find out the options for pet showers and bathing tubs — plus whom to hire and what it might cost
Full StoryRemodeling GuidesCan Your Potential Contractor Pass These ‘Dealbreaker’ Tests?
Ask yourself these 5 questions before hiring a remodeler
Full StoryWorking With ProsBeyond the Warranty: Builders Respond to Those ‘Oh, No’ Calls
See how three building pros deal with real problems that come up after the warranty period ends
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