The HomeSource https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/ Tools, Advice, and Inspiration For Home Projects Fri, 09 Mar 2018 21:05:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Getting Back to Basics https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/getting-back-basics/ Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:08:49 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16560 4 Old-School Principles to Set Your Business Apart From the Competition In today’s on-demand world, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest ways to reach new customers and […]

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]]> 7 Must-Have Humor-Improvement Projects (Just in Time For April Fool’s Day) https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/april-fools-home-improvement/ Thu, 31 Mar 2016 08:16:16 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16533 Do you have an “I-swear-I-didn’t-eat-that” roommate? Is your tough-guy husband secretly terrified of bugs? If so, April Fool’s Day is the perfect time to add a little springtime humor to […]

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]]> 5 Outdoor Lighting Solutions that Scream “Spring!” https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/5-spring-outdoor-lighting-ideas/ Mon, 07 Mar 2016 08:51:14 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16313 Grilling by the light of a lone tikki torch or a string of tangled Christmas lights is no way to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather. Here are five outdoor […]

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]]> 5 Interior Colors to Ring In Spring https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/5-spring-interior-paint-colors/ Sat, 05 Mar 2016 08:29:02 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16300 Throw away the grays and browns of wintertime drab and get ready for some springtime “pop!” As you pack away your sweaters and wool socks, take a look at these […]

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]]> 5 Features Found in Dream Homes https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/5-features-found-dream-homes/ Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:04:24 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16761 We all get amazed with the high style, the outstanding interior designs, and the breathtaking locations of residences all over the world, featured in magazines and TV shows. And even […]

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]]> How to Prep Your Place for Fall https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/how-to-prep-place-fall/ Tue, 25 Jul 2017 16:00:30 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16729 Seasonal changes are a great time to turn an eye to your home. Whether it’s decluttering, washing or revamping, make sure to set aside some time at the end of […]

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]]> Want to Boost Your Home’s Value with Landscaping? Think Strategically https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/want-boost-homes-value-landscaping-think-strategically/ Tue, 27 Jun 2017 20:25:32 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16723 Whether you’re looking to sell or aiming to maintain your home’s beauty, a little bit of landscaping goes a long way. Having a slickly trimmed yard tells potential buyers that […]

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]]> 8 Tips for Safe Summer Grilling https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/8-tips-safe-summer-grilling/ Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:48:26 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16716 According to the National Fire Protection Association, from 2007 to 2011, fire departments across this country responded to roughly 156,000 house fires that involved cooking appliances. During that period, these […]

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]]> 5 Tips for Building an Outdoor Shower https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/5-tips-building-outdoor-shower/ Wed, 07 Jun 2017 15:32:31 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16710 Whether you live by the beach or simply want to create an oasis for summer days, an al-fresco shower can be a great way to up your outdoor ante and […]

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]]> 4 Questions to Qualify Your Leads https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/4-questions-qualify-leads/ Wed, 04 Jan 2017 12:00:29 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16700 New leads mean new business — and new business is always a good thing, right? Of course. But only if you’re working with the right clients. Failing to vet your […]

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]]> 5 Ways to Make Your Bid Stand Out https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/5-ways-make-bid-stand/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 19:55:39 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16693 If you’re bidding on a job, it’s a safe bet that you’re not the only pro in the mix. So what’s the best way to cut through your competition and […]

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]]> 7 Common Causes of Jobsite Clutter https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/7-common-causes-jobsite-clutter/ Tue, 01 Nov 2016 18:43:45 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16689 The post 7 Common Causes of Jobsite Clutter appeared first on The HomeSource.

]]> Money Matters – 4 Tips for Creating a Profitable Project Estimate https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/money-matters/ Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:25:54 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16673   Creating job estimates is one of the toughest parts of every home professional’s job, but it’s also one of the most important. Accurate job estimates earn the trust, repeat […]

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]]> 6 Tips to Conquer the Skilled Labor Shortage https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/6-tips-conquer-skilled-labor-shortage/ Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:20:50 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16667 Rob Urban, HomeAdvisor pro consultant and founder of electrical services company WireNut, offers advice on finding — and keeping — good help when help is scarce. Are you having trouble […]

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]]> Hire a Dependable Subcontractor in 4 Simple Steps https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/hire-dependable-subcontractor-4-simple-steps/ Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:21:43 +0000 https://www.homeadvisorhomesource.com/?p=16657 Experienced and easy-to-work-with subcontractors are a huge help to any project. But locating and hiring dependable pros isn’t always as easy as it may seem. Use these tips to find […]

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