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		<title>Go Green and Save Money</title>
		<description><![CDATA[While many people choose to tackle Do-It-Yourself projects for small things here and there (like reupholstering a chair or even painting the frame of a mirror for a quick update), others consider DIY-ing bigger projects with big payoffs—both to save money AND save the environment.  Go green and save money with DIY green energy projects like solar panels or a wind generator.]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2010/07/10/go-green-and-save-money/</link>
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		<title>How To Hire a Contractor</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Most home improvement projects require a reliable, experienced contractor to do a job right.  But, sometimes, we might get careless and hire a contractor for the wrong reasons. Or, we might simply be complacent with background checks. This could result in a job gone wrong, which might cause you to lose money in the long run.  Before we begin to shell out beaucoup bucks on our home improvement savior, consider these steps to hire the right [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2010/05/10/how-to-hire-a-contractor/</link>
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		<title>Energy Efficient Home &#8211; Winterize</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Baseball season is over, and football season is in full swing.  You know what that means: we're gearing up for wintertime.  With the change in weather, it's time to make some changes in our homes to make sure that they are more energy efficient.  There a lot of easy, little things you can do around your house to make a big difference.]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/12/07/energy-efficient-home-winterize/</link>
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		<title>Basement Remodel Project &#8211; The Frame</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you&#8217;ve ever played with Lincoln logs or Legos as a child, you&#8217;ll recall that building from the outside-in was the best way to construct a house.  With basement remodeling, you can apply the same timeless methodology in your project.  Start with the frames. The frame includes top and bottom plates, studs, and floor joists. For our basement, we&#8217;ll use metal [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/10/27/basement-remodel-project-the-frame/</link>
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		<title>Saving on the Home Energy Bill</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In these tough times everyone looks to save where they can.  It's very easy to save this winter with a few easy tips designed to make even the most inexperienced  into thinking green and saving their hard-earned cash.  Use less energy through not only reducing waste, but also through optimizing efficiencies with existing equipment!  See my money saving tips below to begin spending smarter for utilities:
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		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/09/21/saving-on-the-home-energy-bill/</link>
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		<title>Basement Remodel Project &#8211; The Plan</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Very few plans without a well thought out delivery can be succesful.  Like most pojects, the plan is the foundation of any project and without it, you&#8217;ll be at the mercy to the unknown.  Take some time to think about what you want first.  Once you have an idea of the floor plan, start measuring [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/09/11/basement-remodel-project-the-plan/</link>
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		<title>Save $30,000 Remodeling Your Basement!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Recently the DIY network had a question and answer side bar that posed an interesting question: What is the average cost of a basement remodel?
Answer: $40,000.
Now that&#8217;s a pretty steep number. In fact, $40,000 could be a nice down payment for a house. How can the average family or household afford a grand project?
The solution [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/08/25/save-30000-basement-remodel/</link>
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		<title>Budgeting For Home Improvements</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Home improvement costs can weigh down the average household budget. It's important when it comes to self-starting improvement projects focus on money first. Even for the most seasoned home improvement experts, unexpected events could throw the budget ceiling out the window. Before you set out on your quest to remodel the kitchen or create the entertainment room of your dreams, plan out every detail of the project inventory. ]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/08/18/budgeting-for-home-improvements/</link>
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		<title>Introduction &#8211; Brian Hastings of PhillyDIY.Com</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Hello.  My name is Brian Hastings.  I have worked in construction and home repair for the past 20 years in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.  My father owned his own company, as my brother does now and I have for many years.  My entire life has been repairing, adding, modifying existing structures or creating entirely new ones for my customers.  I have a passion for restoring and refinishing wood to its natural finish and am able to envision the redesign of a room within minutes of speaking to a customer.  It is always my intent to maximize the available space while being cost conscious.  Quality materials do not have to cost a fortune and a good remodeler knows that.  ]]></description>
		<link>http://www.phillydiy.com/2009/02/10/hello-world/</link>
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