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How to Find a Good Plumber
Plumbing is seldom exciting. It works fine for years, faithfully filling, flowing, and flushing. But when a pipe leaks water through your kitchen ceiling, the excitement may become more than you can stand.
How to Deal with Your Plumber
With any company you choose, dealing wisely with the plumber nets better work and saves you money. Whether you need a remodeling job or repairs, if possible, get a written price quote before work begins.
Plumbing Dos and Don’ts
Following these rules will help reduce the seriousness and frequency of plumbing problems.
Buying Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets and countertops are central to kitchen makeovers—and usually account for the biggest chunk of budgets. Here's advice on how to get the kitchen you crave for the least amount of hassle and money.
Trends in Cabinets & Countertops
You’ll probably redo your kitchen only every 10 to 20 years, so select cabinets and countertops that you love—with an eye toward finishes that stand the test of time. Here’s how to get a space you’ll enjoy for years.
Countertop Suppliers & Installers
When shopping for new countertops, shop for the best price to save. Consumers’ Checkbook's undercover shoppers found huge cost differences when they collected quotes from companies to supply and install countertops using the exact same design.
Creating an Aging-Friendly Space
Most U.S. residences are designed for families without disabled members. To get your home in shape for your senior years, you can retrofit spaces with things like grab bars and non-slip rugs, or renovate rooms using universal design principles.
Resources and Help for Seniors
Many older adults need help with tasks ranging from transportation to medical appointments and doing laundry to medication management and meal prep. There are many resources that can help.
Hiring Help at Home for Seniors
If your parent needs help part of the day with, say, getting dressed and making meals, or if she needs a full-time companion who can do a few chores around the house, private in-home care can be a godsend.
