Home Construction and Design

Deciding to design and build your dream home opens the door to an exciting new chapter. However, home construction and design require a practical approach that encompasses all of the moving parts and anticipates any potential challenges. Whether you're just diving in or needing advice for a particular phase of the project, you'll find what you need with our library of helpful resources, checklists, and cost guides.

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Stephanie Mickelson  •  Sep 4, 2025
Barndominium Homes: Pros and Cons of a Barn Conversion
Barndominiums combine the comforts of home with rural living. Compare the pros and cons of barndominium homes to see if one is right for you.
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Stephanie Mickelson  •  Sep 4, 2025
Home Warranty Pros and Cons
Home warranties offer protections for your home, but are they worth it? Let’s look at home warranty pros and cons to find out.
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Lawrence Bonk  •  Sep 3, 2025
The Ultimate Inspection Checklist for Fire Prevention
Keep your home and family safe with this comprehensive fire inspection checklist.
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Mariel Loveland  •  Aug 18, 2025
Pros and Cons of Container Homes: Is This Eco-Friendly Construction for Me?
Container homes are trending as an eco-friendly, affordable path to homeownership. Here are the pros and cons of container homes before you commit.
A woman weatherstripping a door
Angi  •  Aug 18, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Replace Weatherstripping? [2025 Data]
Find out the cost to replace weatherstripping. Learn about material and labor costs, cost-saving tips, and what impacts your total price.
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Angi  •  Aug 18, 2025
How Much Does Window Security Film Installation Cost? [2025 Data]
Discover window security film installation costs. Learn about average prices, cost factors, and ways to save on your home security upgrade.
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Angi  •  Aug 18, 2025
How Much Does an Outbuilding Cost? [2025 Data]
Discover the outbuilding cost for your property. Learn about average prices, cost factors, and ways to save when building or renovating an outbuilding.
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Angi  •  Aug 16, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Barn? [2025 Data]
Discover the cost to build a barn. Learn about average prices, cost factors, and ways to save when planning your barn construction project.
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Angi  •  Aug 16, 2025
How Much Does a Home Demolition Cost? [2025 Data]
Use our home demolition cost calculator to estimate your project’s price. Learn what factors impact costs and how to budget for your home demolition.
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Angi  •  Aug 15, 2025
How Much Does a Fire Door Cost? [2025 Data]
Discover fire door cost data, including installation, materials, and tips to save. Learn what impacts fire door pricing and how to budget for your project.
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Angi  •  Aug 15, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Replace Window Locks​? [2025 Data]
Discover the cost to replace window locks​. Learn about price factors, labor rates, and tips to save on your window lock replacement project.
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Angi  •  Aug 15, 2025
How Much Does Greenhouse Repair Cost? [2025 Data]
Find out the average cost to repair a greenhouse, key price factors, and ways to save. Get transparent estimates to plan your greenhouse repair project confidently.