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		<title>Remodeling Projects for Spring and Summer</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2018 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Warm temperatures and the reawakening of nature signal spring’s arrival. With summer not far behind, these seasonal changes often spark a desire for a few home decor changes as well. After all, spring and summer are the most popular seasons for house renovation and remodeling projects. With current trends giving equal consideration to sustainability and [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/best-spring-and-summer-remodeling-projects/">Remodeling Projects for Spring and Summer</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Countertop</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2018 19:35:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you decide to undertake an entire home remodeling or simply a kitchen remodel, countertops become integral to your overall design.</p>
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		<title>5 Questions to Ask Your General Contractor</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2017 15:33:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Now that you have decided to renovate your home, hiring a professional contractor is the next order of business. After all, it takes a skilled professional — someone who not only understands your vision for your home but also works in conjunction with you — to make your renovation dreams come true. Yet finding that [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/5-questions-to-ask-your-general-contractor/">5 Questions to Ask Your General Contractor</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Four Remodeling Projects That Have a Great Return on Investment</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2017 19:08:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When you are searching for a new home, you know when you have found it. The moment you walk through the front door, there’s just something about the comfort of the layout, the appeal of the architecture, the inviting ambience of the house that, together, beckon to you, welcoming you home. Once you are comfortably [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/four-remodeling-projects-that-have-a-great-return-for-investment/">Four Remodeling Projects That Have a Great Return on Investment</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Two Tips to Help You Decide Which Rooms to Prepare for Your Whole House Remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2017 11:14:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A Whole House Remodel&#160;can change a comfortable but unremarkable home into a stunning showcase that is as warm and welcoming as it is beautiful. Perhaps that explains why remodeling is such a hot trend right now. After all, why move from a lovely and inviting neighborhood, and an essentially great home where you have created [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>6 Steps for Hiring a Home Remodeling Professional</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wallace Baker]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2015 20:48:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Is your home in need of some upgrades? With so many companies offering home remodeling, choosing the right one can be challenging. Here are some steps to help you narrow your options and find a home remodeling professional who will do the job well. Remodeling Professional Checklist 1. Check References When hiring a remodeling professional, [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/6-steps-for-hiring-a-home-remodeling-professional/">6 Steps for Hiring a Home Remodeling Professional</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Increase Your Home’s Value with These Kitchen Remodeling Ideas</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wallace Baker]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2015 16:51:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking to add value to your home? One of the places where your attention should be focused is the kitchen. Kitchens sell homes, so improvements and upgrades will return great dividends in the long run. Redo the Cabinets If your cabinets are outdated, give them a face-lift. This is the most obvious part [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/increase-your-homes-value-with-these-kitchen-remodeling-ideas/">Increase Your Home’s Value with These Kitchen Remodeling Ideas</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Return of Investment for Kitchen Remodel</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wallace Baker]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:55:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Now that the February 19th episode of HGTV’s Bang For Your Buck has aired, TrendMark’s thrilled to know that its remodel entry, the Agraz kitchen, had the greatest ROI (return on investment) of the three kitchens featured on the show! After analyzing the elements of the three Raleigh area remodels, Vern Yip, HGTV’s professional interior [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com/return-of-investment-for-kitchen-remodel/">Return of Investment for Kitchen Remodel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.trendmarkinc.com">TrendMark, Inc.</a>.</p>
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		<title>Ask the Contractor &#8211; Leaky Toilet</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wallace Baker]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Apr 2010 03:58:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I have to jiggle the handle to get my toilet to stop running. How can I fix this? Toilet leaks are caused for multiple reasons. The first thing to check is to see if the handle is loose. If so, it can be tightened from inside the tank. Another cause could be the chain between [&#8230;]</p>
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