# Hot **URL:** https://home.renovation.reviews/hot.md?page=290 [Latest](https://home.renovation.reviews/latest.md) · [Categories](https://home.renovation.reviews/categories.md) · [Tags](https://home.renovation.reviews/tags.md) **Page:** 291 --- ## [Your Dream Remodeling](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/your-dream-remodeling/9426)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2024, 5:46am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/your-dream-remodeling/9426 "2024-12-06T05:46:32Z")
Your Dream Remodeling — kitchen & bathroom renovation in Houston, TX Your Dream Remodeling has worked in the Houston area since 2000 and is based at 1718 N Fry Rd in west Houston. The company focuses on kitchen and bathr… --- ## [DIY bathroom makeover on a budget](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/diy-bathroom-makeover-on-a-budget/47731)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:06am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/diy-bathroom-makeover-on-a-budget/47731 "2026-05-16T06:06:28Z")
A bathroom renovation is one of the best DIY projects for improving your home’s comfort and value. Start by repainting the walls with moisture-resistant paint, replacing old mirrors, and upgrading lighting fixtures. Inst… --- ## [Small Balconies can become relaxing spaces with the right renovation ideas](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/small-balconies-can-become-relaxing-spaces-with-the-right-renovation-ideas/47740)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:12am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/small-balconies-can-become-relaxing-spaces-with-the-right-renovation-ideas/47740 "2026-05-16T06:12:49Z")
Many small balconies are underused simply because the space feels too limited or unorganized. With better flooring, compact furniture, lighting, and a few plants, even a very small outdoor area can become a comfortable … --- ## [How to install wallpaper yourself without making a huge mess](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-to-install-wallpaper-yourself-without-making-a-huge-mess/47719)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:18am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-to-install-wallpaper-yourself-without-making-a-huge-mess/47719 "2026-05-16T06:18:48Z")
I used to think installing wallpaper was something only professionals could do properly. Every time I saw people doing it online, they made it look so smooth and easy. In reality, the first time can be frustrating, espec… --- ## [How You Slowly Stop Noticing Changes in Your Own Space](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-you-slowly-stop-noticing-changes-in-your-own-space/47761)
**Author:** [@Joker](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:37am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-you-slowly-stop-noticing-changes-in-your-own-space/47761 "2026-05-16T06:37:41Z")
One thing I’ve realized is that when you stay in a place long enough, you stop noticing small changes as they happen. It’s not that nothing is changing, it’s just that everything happens gradually. A wall mark here, … --- ## [The Way You Adjust to Small Inconveniences Without Fixing Them](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-way-you-adjust-to-small-inconveniences-without-fixing-them/47765)
**Author:** [@Joker](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joker)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:52am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-way-you-adjust-to-small-inconveniences-without-fixing-them/47765 "2026-05-16T06:52:43Z")
I’ve caught myself doing this a few times. Something stops working perfectly, but instead of fixing it, you just adjust how you use it. Maybe a door doesn’t close smoothly anymore, so you push it a certain way. Or som… --- ## [The quick electrical upgrade that exposed deeper wiring issues](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-quick-electrical-upgrade-that-exposed-deeper-wiring-issues/47763)
**Author:** [@Abdul\_Rahman](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Abdul_Rahman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 6:57am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-quick-electrical-upgrade-that-exposed-deeper-wiring-issues/47763 "2026-05-16T06:57:25Z")
Few weeks ago, I wanted to do a small electrical upgrade in my living room. My plan was to add a few new wall sockets and replace the old light switches with modern ones. I thought it would be a quick one-day job withou… --- ## [That One Cheap Tool I Bought That Ended Up Saving Me a Lot](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/that-one-cheap-tool-i-bought-that-ended-up-saving-me-a-lot/47766)
**Author:** [@Joker](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:02am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/that-one-cheap-tool-i-bought-that-ended-up-saving-me-a-lot/47766 "2026-05-16T07:02:43Z")
I always used to think you need expensive tools to get anything meaningful done at home, but one small purchase changed my mind. I bought this basic hand drill mainly because I didn’t want to keep calling someone t… --- ## [Tried reupholstering my living room chairs this weekend.Never play](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/tried-reupholstering-my-living-room-chairs-this-weekend-never-play/47741)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:04am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/tried-reupholstering-my-living-room-chairs-this-weekend-never-play/47741 "2026-05-16T07:04:36Z")
I decided to save some money and rewrap my worn out living room chairs myself because the original fabric was completely shredded from the cats. It looked so easy on social media just rip the old fabric off, stretch some… --- ## [This Might Be Unpopular, But Not Every Space Needs to Be Optimized](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/this-might-be-unpopular-but-not-every-space-needs-to-be-optimized/47783)
**Author:** [@Joker](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joker)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:09am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/this-might-be-unpopular-but-not-every-space-needs-to-be-optimized/47783 "2026-05-16T07:09:52Z")
This might be unpopular, but I’m starting to feel like not every space in a house needs to be fully optimized or “maximized.” These days, everything is about making use of every corner storage under stairs, multi-use… --- ## [Fixing a jammed garbage disposal is a disgusting job](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-jammed-garbage-disposal-is-a-disgusting-job/47768)
**Author:** [@Defizyn](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Defizyn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:09am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-jammed-garbage-disposal-is-a-disgusting-job/47768 "2026-05-16T07:09:31Z")
Kitchen sink completely backed up this morning with gross, greasy water. The garbage disposal just made a clicking sound and hummed instead of spinning. Knew some food scrap or bone was wedged tight inside the blades. … --- ## [The Cheap contractor quote doubled halfway through the project](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-cheap-contractor-quote-doubled-halfway-through-the-project/47757)
**Author:** [@Abdul\_Rahman](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Abdul_Rahman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-cheap-contractor-quote-doubled-halfway-through-the-project/47757 "2026-05-16T07:17:06Z")
I got a very cheap quote for my renovation project. And at the beginning, the cheap quote felt like a very good deal. I was happy and felt lucky. Other contractors gave higher prices, but this one was very cheap, so I … --- ## [Swapping out a broken dual flush button mechanism](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/swapping-out-a-broken-dual-flush-button-mechanism/47779)
**Author:** [@Defizyn](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Defizyn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 7:52am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/swapping-out-a-broken-dual-flush-button-mechanism/47779 "2026-05-16T07:52:23Z")
The top dual flush button on the bathroom toilet tank completely snapped its internal plastic levers this morning, leaving the water running constantly into the bowl. If the valve doesn’t seal right, the tank never fi… --- ## [Changing a rusted exterior dryer vent hood is pure frustration](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/changing-a-rusted-exterior-dryer-vent-hood-is-pure-frustration/47772)
**Author:** [@Defizyn](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Defizyn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 8:34am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/changing-a-rusted-exterior-dryer-vent-hood-is-pure-frustration/47772 "2026-05-16T08:34:42Z")
The metal flap on the outside dryer vent cap completely rusted shut over the winter, meaning the laundry heat was trapped inside the pipe line. If the exhaust air can’t escape, the dryer starts overheating and becomes… --- ## [Crowfoot Concrete Form Rentals](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/crowfoot-concrete-form-rentals/3606)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 12:21am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/crowfoot-concrete-form-rentals/3606 "2024-11-20T00:21:06Z")
Company Name: Crowfoot Concrete Form Rentals Location: Chase, British Columbia Services Offered: General contracting for home renovations (kitchen, bathroom, and more) Experience: Reliable and experienced in the renova… --- ## [Chase Creek Falls](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/chase-creek-falls/3607)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 12:21am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/chase-creek-falls/3607 "2024-11-20T00:21:12Z")
Chase Creek Falls Profile Company Name: Chase Creek Falls Location: Chase, British Columbia Services Offered: Home renovations (kitchen, bathroom, and entire home updates) Expertise: Expert craftsmanship and attention … --- ## [Original Home Designs & Construction](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/original-home-designs-construction/3608)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 12:21am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/original-home-designs-construction/3608 "2024-11-20T00:21:18Z")
Company Name: Original Home Designs & Construction Services Offered: Home renovation, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, complete home renovations Focus: Quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, functional and… --- ## [DIY renovation project](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/diy-renovation-project/47804)
**Author:** [@Muller](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Muller)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 9:57am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/diy-renovation-project/47804 "2026-05-16T09:57:23Z")
DIY renovation projects can be a great way to improve a home without spending a huge amount of money. I think some of the best DIY upgrades are the simple ones that improve both appearance and functionality at the same … --- ## [TB Contractors](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/tb-contractors/3610)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 12:21am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/tb-contractors/3610 "2024-11-20T00:21:31Z")
TB Contractors Profile Company Name: TB Contractors Location: Creston, BC Rating: 5 stars User Ratings: 15 Specialties: General contracting, home goods Services Offered: Small updates Complete overhauls Website: tbc… --- ## [My new tiles started popping off the floor after one rainy season](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/my-new-tiles-started-popping-off-the-floor-after-one-rainy-season/47759)
**Author:** [@Abdul\_Rahman](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Abdul_Rahman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/my-new-tiles-started-popping-off-the-floor-after-one-rainy-season/47759 "2026-05-16T10:17:39Z")
When I installed the new tiles in my home, everything looked perfect. The floor was clean, modern, and much better than before. For the first few weeks, I was honestly very happy with the result, because the he house f… --- ## [Simple DIY Furniture Project can refresh an entire room](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/simple-diy-furniture-project-can-refresh-an-entire-room/47732)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:19am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/simple-diy-furniture-project-can-refresh-an-entire-room/47732 "2026-05-16T10:19:30Z")
I think DIY furniture upgrades are one of the easiest ways to refresh a room without spending a huge renovation budget. Simple projects like repainting old furniture, replacing handles, adding shelves, or restoring wood… --- ## [What Rainwater Reveals About Drainage Problems Around Buildings](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-rainwater-reveals-about-drainage-problems-around-buildings/47810)
**Author:** [@Blossom1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blossom1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:23am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-rainwater-reveals-about-drainage-problems-around-buildings/47810 "2026-05-16T10:23:50Z")
After heavy rain, I started paying attention to how water behaves around buildings instead of just assuming everything is fine once it dries up. One thing I noticed is that water doesn’t always drain evenly. In some are… --- ## [Fixing a loose staircase spindle is a giant test of patience](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-loose-staircase-spindle-is-a-giant-test-of-patience/47798)
**Author:** [@Defizyn](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Defizyn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:23am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-loose-staircase-spindle-is-a-giant-test-of-patience/47798 "2026-05-16T10:23:51Z")
The middle wooden baluster on the main staircase railing has been rattling and spinning in its socket for weeks because the original factory wood glue completely dried up and failed. Every single time someone walked d… --- ## [Volunteering to fix up a charity home kitchen](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/volunteering-to-fix-up-a-charity-home-kitchen/47828)
**Author:** [@Richard](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Richard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:28am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/volunteering-to-fix-up-a-charity-home-kitchen/47828 "2026-05-16T10:28:18Z")
A local community shelter needed some urgent contractor work done on their main kitchen prep area before their seasonal inspection, so I offered to head down there for a weekend to handle the demo and tile work. The faci… --- ## [Z-KO Construction](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/z-ko-construction/3611)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 12:21am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/z-ko-construction/3611 "2024-11-20T00:21:36Z")
Company Name: Z-KO Construction Location: Creston, BC Rating: 4.9 Website: zkoconstruction.com Services Offered: General contracting Various specialized renovation services Reputation: Known for attention to detail … --- ## [The Appeal of Open Concept Renovations](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-appeal-of-open-concept-renovations/39496)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 7:14pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-appeal-of-open-concept-renovations/39496 "2025-09-16T19:14:46Z")
Open concept layouts have become one of the most popular renovation choices in modern homes. By removing walls and barriers, spaces feel larger, brighter, and more connected. Families enjoy better flow between rooms and … --- ## [Am I the Only One Who Thinks POP Ceilings Are Overdone Now?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/am-i-the-only-one-who-thinks-pop-ceilings-are-overdone-now/47817)
**Author:** [@Joker](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:29am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/am-i-the-only-one-who-thinks-pop-ceilings-are-overdone-now/47817 "2026-05-16T10:29:18Z")
I’ve been noticing something lately and I’m not sure if it’s just me but POP ceilings are starting to feel a bit too much. Don’t get me wrong, I used to love them. When done well, they look really nice, especially at… --- ## [Fixing a staircase](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-staircase/47814)
**Author:** [@Richard](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Richard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:29am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-staircase/47814 "2026-05-16T10:29:50Z")
The middle wooden baluster on the main staircase railing has been rattling and spinning in its socket for weeks because the original factory wood glue completely dried up and failed. Every single time someone walked down… --- ## [Changing a simple cabinet knob](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/changing-a-simple-cabinet-knob/47821)
**Author:** [@Richard](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Richard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:31am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/changing-a-simple-cabinet-knob/47821 "2026-05-16T10:31:06Z")
The metal knob on my main bathroom vanity drawer completely snapped off its base this morning, leaving the screw stuck dead inside the wood and making it impossible to open the drawer to get my toothbrush. I bought a che… --- ## [Fixing a jammed garbage disposal](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-jammed-garbage-disposal/47818)
**Author:** [@Richard](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Richard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 10:33am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/fixing-a-jammed-garbage-disposal/47818 "2026-05-16T10:33:37Z")
Kitchen sink completely backed up this morning with gross, greasy water. The garbage disposal just made a clicking sound and hummed instead of spinning. Knew some food scrap or bone was wedged tight inside the blades. H… [Previous page](https://home.renovation.reviews/hot.md?page=289) [Next page](https://home.renovation.reviews/hot.md?page=291)