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Design Solutions: Rearrangement, color refresh row house

The living room was the starting point for the redesign of a 13-foot-wide Baltimore row house. (Photo courtesy of Mary Yeager)

Hot pink, gray and turquoise were part of the transformation of an Angie’s List member’s narrow Baltimore row house. She liked the results, as well as her decorator’s collaborative, cost-conscious approach.

Rising building material costs hamper contractors, homeowners

Make sure your detailed estimates include the costs and brands of materials that the contractor will use. (Photo courtesy of Angie’s List member Sandra T. of Cornelius, Ore.)

As the economy slowly improves, most Chicago remodeling companies and builders are seeing a much-needed rise in business. But experts say increasing material prices continue to weigh down housing projects just as demand grows.

Cost of housing high in San Francisco

San Francisco's Marina neighborhood is immensely popular, but the minimum price for a home is around $1 million. (Photo by Carolyn Koenig).

San Francisco is one of the most vibrant cities in the U.S., but the price of housing is beyond the reach of most people who want to live there. Real estate agents provide a rundown of some of the more popular neighborhoods.

How to build a simple vegetable garden

Angie’s List member Margherita S. of Farmingville, N.Y., grows lettuce, spinach, Swiss chard, carrots, beets, broccoli, sweet pea pods, green beans, five varieties of tomato, zucchini, cucumbers, peppers, eggplant, cantaloupe and various herbs in her garden.

Are you thinking of building a backyard vegetable garden? It's one DIY project that most homeowners can accomplish. Learn how to choose a plot for your garden, how to prepare the soil and get tips on watering and maintenance.

Winnetka Heights highlights history, friendliness

Yards that look nice, even when photographed in winter, are a feature of Dallas' Winnetka Heights neighborhood. (Photo by Stacey Callaway)

Architecture and charm draw people to move into the Winnetka Heights neighborhood in Dallas’ Oak Cliff area, but friendliness keeps them there. Winnetka Heights is Dallas’ largest historic district.

How to get gum out of carpet

"Unless you’re confident your carpet is durable enough to stand up to the home remedy methods, I still recommend as your first option to contact a professional carpet cleaning company with the training, experience and tools needed to remove the gum from the carpet without causing lasting damage," Hicks says.

Dear Angie: How do you get gum out of carpet? My husband recently cleaned our carpets but afterwards there was a spot caked with gum that is hard and really stuck in the carpet. Not sure exactly how it got there or how to get it out. Any advice?

Homeowner's guide to zombie pest control

For most homeowners, pest control is limited to small, harmless creatures such as insects and rodents. However, if you are a fictional character in a movie with the word "zombies" in the title, you may have more serious concerns -- especially if your character doesn't have many lines.

Pin, Win and Spin Spring Cleaning Challenge

Enter our Spring Cleaning Pinterest contest for the chance to win a new washer and dryer.

Are your air conditioner coils clean?

Keeping your AC's outdoor unit clear of dirt and debris can help improve its energy efficiency. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member James H. of Warrenton, Va.)

A clogged or otherwise obstructed air conditioner coil can decrease efficiency, leading to higher energy costs. A highly rated Washington DC HVAC contractor explains how to correct this problem.

What's the difference between Botox and filler treatments?

Consult with your cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist about whether Botox or filler injections are the right treatment for your needs.(Photo by Katie Jaciewicz)

A plastic surgeon from a highly rated Portland plastic surgery practice explains the difference between Botox and fillers, which can both be effective treatments to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

4 tips to keep new carpet looking new

Getting your new carpet professionally cleaned every six to 12 months can help it stay looking new longer. (Photo by Patrick Dennison)

Prolong the life of your brand-new carpet, or your existing carpet, by using these four tips provided by a highly rated Dallas-Fort Worth area carpet cleaning company.

5 steps to get motivated for spring cleaning

Whether it's the garage or any other room in your home, getting a jump on spring cleaning and organization can give you a great start for the rest of the year. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Caryn M. of Washington D.C.)

Get a jump on warmer weather and spring activities by knocking out the spring cleaning or home organization you've been planning. A highly rated Baltimore-based organization professional tells you how in five steps.

5 tips for going solar

(Photo courtesy of Solar Energy World

A highly rated Baltimore-based solar energy panel installer offers five tips to consider before installing solar panels.

Homeowners reveal lawn care scams and shoddy service

Angie’s List member Carolyn S. of Henderson, Nev., said her lawn turned brown three months after a lawn care company started fertilizing it. When she confronted her technician, he blamed the damage on rabbits.

Angie's List members report multiple instances of lawn care scams, sloppy work and horrible customer service. Avoid a scam and find tips for hiring a high-quality lawn fertilization and treatment service.

Prevent termites with these four practices

Termites, like the one shown circled here, can cause extensive damage to wooden elements in and around your home. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Bryce N. of San Francisco)

Termite infestations can cause serious damage to the wooden structures in and around your home. A highly rated Kansas City-area pest control company lists four practices to help discourage them.

Painting: How many coats does my interior paint project need?

The number of coats needed to make your interior paint job look its best depend on factors like the existing surface, paint sheen and products used. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Jennifer D. of Maplewood, N.J.)

Will your interior paint project require one coat of paint or multiple coats? A highly rated NYC-area painter explains the factors that affect how many coats of paint will be necessary.

Fencing options to keep your dog safe

When you feel dog-tired, the last thing you want to do is take Rover for a stroll. Fortunately, some fencing options — including electronic containment — make it possible to just throw open the back door and let your pet walk himself. Our highly rated fencing experts can help you determine the best barrier for your beast.

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What you should know about children and food allergies

Some 8 percent of children under 18 are allergic to at least one food, and for children younger than 3, 1 in 17 are allergic to at least one food. Finding out more about children and food allergies could help your children with their own food allergies.

Food allergy versus food intolerance

You should employ food allergy testing if you suspect an allergy and not as a screen for it.

Knowing the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance is a tricky business. Knowing which your child may be facing can help you understand how to properly treat them, and avoid serious consequences in dealing with their issues.

How to avoid a dryer fire

An excessive build-up of lint in your home's dryer vent line can increase the potential for a dryer vent fire. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Gregory T. of Glenside, Pa.)

More than 15,000 house fires start due to faulty or clogged clothes dryers, according the Consumer Product Safety Commission. A highly rated Boise dryer vent cleaning company explains how to lower your risk of a dryer fire.

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