With the economy starting to rebound, now is a great time to consider tackling any home improvements you put off last year. Remember, there is a federal $1,500 tax credit available for many improvements through 2010 which means that you can save up to 30 percent on many energy saving products. See all the details [...]

Summer is winding down and many homeowners have been spending more time outdoors and noticed things about their homes that may have been neglected during the rest of the year. Could your home use a fresh coat of paint or an updated color scheme? Is there siding that needs repair? Is your icemaker working properly? [...]

These days, more homeowners are opting to fix up their homes until the economy rebounds. That’s why the Department of Labor is reminding consumers to check the credentials of those they hire to do any home improvement work. “Scam artists abound in the home improvement industry, and they seek to take advantage of trusting homeowners [...]

New home construction may be down across the country, but homeowners are still taking on smaller home-renovation projects in the Wichita area. In fact, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently reported a “slight increase” in minor remodeling projects in its third-quarter 2008 Remodeling Market Index. So if you want to invest in your [...]

Last year new home construction dropped 5.1% in the U.S. to the lowest rate since 1971. As a result, rather than moving, many Kansans chose to stay in their existing homes. They began investing their resources into making their current homes more cost-effective, comfy, safe and modern. Now Wichita and area homeowners are taking on [...]

Now is a great time to take advantage of the tax credits available to homeowners for energy-efficient improvements in 2009 and 2010. See all the details at energystar.gov. Then contact us. At Ruth’s HomeWorks, we can help you find licensed, pre-screened contractors who can do the work that will save you energy – and money. [...]

Spring into action this month and start improving your home – for yourself or for sale! With the weakest housing market in years, take a page from the pros and spruce up to set your place apart. Even if you’re staying put, small improvements like crown molding, built-in bookcases or new light fixtures will do [...]