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Q: Do home appraisers look at windows?

• <div><p>Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They&rsquo;ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.</p></div>

Q: Does a treehouse add value to a home?

• <div><p>It can, especially with the rising popularity of treehouses that go beyond the ones designed for kids. Adults can now use them as office spaces, yoga studios, or quiet treetop retreats. That said, a treehouse can appeal to families with children or adults who might want to convert it into a space of their own. Depending on the buyer, they may be willing to pay extra for the unique feature.</p></div>

Q: What types of repairs should I make before scheduling an appraisal?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s often a good idea to take care of any health and safety <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-improve-appraisal-value.htm">repairs before an appraisal</a> to make sure the mortgage can move to underwriting without having to pay for another appraisal. Replace any broken glass, fix uneven or sloping floors, ensure all steps have appropriate handrails, and have a professional get rid of mold, asbestos, and lead paint. Beyond these repairs, you can update appliances or fixtures and focus on aesthetic improvements like new paint to add the most value before scheduling an appraisal.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to pay property taxes on a shed with plumbing?

• <div><p>A shed that connects to water or electrical services is likely to be assessed for property taxes; however, tax assessments vary around the country. Since every state and local municipality differ regarding property taxes, you should contact your city to determine whether or not you&rsquo;re required to pay property taxes. Some states consider sheds or detached garages taxable if they have water, sewer, and electricity installed. </p></div>

Q: Does a fireplace add value to a home?

• <div><p>When built right, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-fireplaces-make-your-home-value-hot.htm">fireplaces increase the value of your home</a>. Fireplaces are both functional and aesthetically pleasing; home buyers will usually respond to the charm fireplaces can add. The only scenarios that could lead to a fireplace depreciating a property are the following: if it&rsquo;s in need of constant or immediate repair, is unusable, or isn&rsquo;t up to code. </p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in October 2017
No nails at all left in yard. Tarps around the entire yard first. Many roofers in our neighborhood because of hail damage. This guy WAS THE BEST and lapped the rest! He was also the fastest by far. Real unbelievable to this day. I even had a problem with the Mortgage company cosigning an...
Premier Home Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
Our home inspector told us that we should have the foundation looked at, especially since most of the jacks were the "temporary" kind. Also, many of the beams for the first floor were altered to make way for utilities, had been shimmed, and many other short cuts fixes over the years. CT...
Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2014
We received an estimate because the insulation qualified for a rebate program. The sales agent was great to work with. He took the construction style of the house into consideration. As an older house, it used the "balloon" technique where the exterior walls were built as one piece from the...
Good Life Energy Savers LLC
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Reviewed in September 2013
On short notice, the agent came out for what I thought was going to be an estimate. He took a look and let us know he had the time and parts to do the work right away. Once he found out that we were new to the area, he also gave some good local advice.
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Reviewed in March 2013
Just wonderful, very accomodating shuttle van service. This company needs to be at the top of the list....a real class act.
VIP Shuttle
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Reviewed in October 2012
Logs and Limbs service was outstanding. I had made the mistake of hiring a different tree service from out of town, that came to my door, as they had been working for other neighbors earlier in the week. I did not check Angie's List first as I should have. Needless to say, the other company did...
LOGS & LIMBS TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in May 2007
Our experience with Jen was awesome. She is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest realstate trends. She is easy to talk to and great to work with. She was able to answer any questions we had and made the whole process much easier. Our house sold in less then three months during the...
Jen & Jeff Geisinger ~ Luke Team Real Estate
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Reviewed in June 2006
He was punctual, very neat and cleaned up after himself. There were a couple of spots that he needed to repaint as well as a radiator, and when I told him he came right back into the bedroom and painted them. The job was beautiful, I have natural wood trims and floor trims and I wanted it to be...
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"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

Melissa P on October 2025

"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "

Melissa P on October 2025

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