NORTH OLMSTED, OH--(Marketwired - Jun 11, 2013) - Move over Mr. and Mrs. Homeowner, singles are taking on home ownership in a big way. As more single men and women are purchasing homes by themselves, they're also rolling up their sleeves and tackling home improvement projects on their own. While men may do more projects overall, women are giving them a run for their money when it comes to DIY. Moen Incorporated surveyed hundreds of consumers to determine just how different guys and gals are when it comes to planning and executing home-related projects.

Before discussing Moen's findings, test your knowledge on the true or false statements below:

If you answered false to any of these statements, you're incorrect; all of the statements above are true. In fact, 39 percent of all heads of households are single, and what's even more surprising is most of them are women. And the trend is continuing: according to the 2011 NAR Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, 18 percent of recent home sales were made by single females, compared to men at around 10 percent. Take a look into the lives of these singles to discover some of Moen's key findings in the battle of the sexes: DIY edition.

DIY DesireWhen it comes to home improvements, today's busy singles aren't afraid to take on projects. On average, both single men and women take on four home improvement projects per year. From those big and small, Moen actually found that more men are planning to do dining room and basement remodels in the next 12 months compared to women, who have their sights set on the bathroom.

In addition to how often homeowners take on DIY projects, Moen sought to find the motivation behind some of these renovations. While half of single women said home improvement projects kept them busy, more men responded as wanting to try to keep up with the latest trends and preparing for major life changes (36 percent and 28 percent respectively).

To Spend, or Not to Spend?Women have a reputation of loving to shop.And while that may be true for personal indulgences -- it's not the same for home improvements. Moen found that men would spend an average of $25 more on supplies and materials to make home repairs than a woman would.

Another big cost for remodeling is hiring extra help.Not all DIY projects can be easy to achieve alone, however, more and more singles are looking to take on projects themselves. When it comes to less labor intensive or more detail-oriented home improvements, such as installing cabinet knobs, new window treatments or a shower rod, it seems men don't want to be bothered with the little things. Moen's research shows that more women than men would handle these projects themselves instead of hiring someone else to do it for them.

Kitchen UpdatesFrom entertaining to cooking, in general, we all know that women tend to spend more time in the kitchen.However for single ladies, remodeling this space isn't a project they are looking to tackle on their own. They -- more often than men -- will hire help or rely on a friend or family member for assistance. When it comes to kitchen remodels, men take on the actual physical labor more than women do.

And in the kitchen, what changes matter most? According to the survey, women are more interested in making upgrades to kitchen cabinets and countertops, while 20 percent of men would prefer to upgrade or replace appliances. And (happily for Moen!) 57 percent of all men and women would be ready, willing and able to replace their kitchen faucet as a DIY project.

Updating a kitchen faucet is a simple job that homeowners can do by themselves, and this one simple change can have a dramatic impact on the entire look and feel of the kitchen.

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BOZEMAN, Mont. -

A pizzeria in Bozeman got one unexpected visitor during a lunch rush.

Last month a car slammed into the kitchen, leaving over $25,000 in damage. We were able to get a first-hand look at the damage caused when it crashed into the side of Tarantino's Pizzeria on North 7th Avenue.

The owner, Ryan Olson, says he remembers the exact moment of the crash.

"I was in the dining room serving some customers and from the kitchen I heard a loud crash," he explained to us.

We went over to the restaurant Tuesday. Walking around we could see the damaged area, including pieces of concrete that the wall was made out of.

Olson says, "We're changing the brand of the entire restaurant. We have a section we are currently operating that will be a pub and pizzeria and are taking over the rest of the building, which is something we are really excited about."

Olsen said the renovations were going to happen anyway.

"It was kind of fortuitous that this happened because all of the construction and remodeling was going to have to take place during off-business hours."

Because of the unexpected crash, and good insurance, the pizzeria will be able to afford to close down in order to come back better than ever.

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If youre looking to re-do your bathroom or upgrade your kitchen, youre probably looking for contractors and home repairs professionals who work with your budget, your neighborhood, and your personal style. While companies like Angies List have popularlized the idea of finding the perfect person online, many people still ask friends and neighbors for suggestions before venturing online for advice.

A new startup from Seattle is launching in beta on Wednesday in attempt to change this. The company is called Porch, and it has$6.25 million in seed funding from some noted investors likeSV Angel/Ron Conway, Chamath Palihapitiya, Javier Olivan, Jeff Skoll, Bill Lee, and others.

The home improvement and re-modeling market is a huge business, and its ripe for disruption because so much of the recommendations and transactions still exist off-line.

Porch is pulling in a variety of data from public records (although it wouldnt say which ones), and will be using that data along with user reviews and photos in attempt to create a free version of Angies List that provides more location-based information with a social layer on top.

It willautomatically let you see kitchen remodels happening in their neighborhood, what the cost of the materials were pegged at, who worked on it, and endorsements from people in their social networks, Asha Sharma, the VP of marketing explained. Its free for users and its based on the recommendations from people who live in your neighborhood who have homes like yours.

Porch is currently only available to a select few users, although they can request access at the companys site. It will be free for homeowners to use, and will be opening more widely to all users later this year.

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The BEST WESTERN PLUS ARROYO Roble Hotel & Creekside Villas Is Pleased to Announce Their Recent Remodel Project in the Seven Creekside Villas Has Been Completed

SEDONA, AZ--(Marketwired - May 31, 2013) - The BEST WESTERN PLUS Arroyo Roble in Sedona, Arizona, has long been considered the place to stay for location, comfort and the best views in town. Beginning in early 2013, the owners began the task of choosing Sedona like colors, plush linens, granite countertops for the kitchens, and stylish furnishings.

The Villas are located along the banks of Oak Creek and offer guests the opportunity to relax among towering Sycamore trees, lush landscaping and the bubbling sound of Oak Creek. The two story, two bedroom, 2 bathroom units sleep up to 6 guests and offer a living room, full kitchen, 2 fireplaces, private patio and balconies, and washer/dryer. The remodel consists of plush new carpeting, high desert paint colors, all new furnishings-some hand crafted by the owners, multiple LCD TVs, and stylish new linens to wrap a guest in comfort.

Guests are invited to visit the property's website for images, additional information, and to make advanced reservations. With a limited amount of Creekside Villas on property, these freshly made over rooms are a popular retreat and fill up fast!

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St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) May 31, 2013

Once again Oldja Enterprises is the recipient of an Angie's List Super Service Award. This marks the the third year in a row Oldja Enterprises has received this prestigious honor. This award is a testament to their constant dedication to providing excellent service and quality kitchen remodels in the Tampa Bay area. Oldja Enterprises has continued to build a reputation as the top kitchen contractor in St. Petersburg. They have one of the largest showrooms in the St. Pete area with a large granite yard that offers a huge selection of granite slabs available for your home.

Oldja Enterprises specializes in kitchen remodeling. With a large selection of kitchen cabinets in stock at all times, homeowners can choose any style to match the dcor of their home. Many other kitchen related materials are available as well at their St. Pete location. With one of the largest collections of positive reviews on Angies List. Oldja Enterprises is one of the most sought out kitchen contractors in central Florida.

The Angie's List Super Service is awarded to local business that stand out in their industry as a leader against their fellow competitors. Fewer than 5% of the businesses on Angie's List ever receive the award. As a leading national honor that recognizes excellence among service providers. The Angie's List Super Service is prestigious honor for any local business.

OE Kitchen and Bath is a family owned business located in St. Petersburg that has been remodeling kitchens in the Tampa Bay area and the surrounding counties for over 30 years. Oldja Enterprises is considered one of the most reputable contractors in the Pinellas county area according to Angies List, a popular website dedicated to rating all service providers who register on their website. OE Kitchen and Bath has numerous positive reviews on it's Angie's List profile.

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Puyallup, WA (PRWEB) May 31, 2013

Premier home remodeling and additions company Renewal Remodels & Additions has recently been awarded five 2013 Remodeling Excellence Awards (REX) and two Chrysalis Awards.

At the 16th annual REX Award banquet, Renewal took home awards for the Bathroom Remodel under 25k, Kitchen Remodel between 30-60k, Kitchen Remodel between 60-125k , Whole House Remodel 150-300k, and Whole House Remodel under 150k categories. The quality of craftsmanship and service Renewal Remodels & Additions strives for has been recognized by the awards banquet several times, resulting in being awarded over 65 REX awards since 2001.

The banquet was held on Tuesday, May 21st at the Fircrest Country Club, where awards were given to Remodelers that are considered the best of the best. Quality and professionalism in design, materials, and creativity are a few of the main elements that contestants are judged on. Hosted by the Master Builders Association of Pierce County, the 28 awards focus on awarding quality remodels in all sorts of categories, including smaller jobs and large remodeling jobs.

Renewal was also notified that they had received regional 2013 Chrysalis Awards in two categories- one for the kitchen remodel under 50k and another for the kitchen remodel between 75-100k. Last year, the company was granted two 2012 awards as well. The Chrysalis Awards are a national competition that recognizes the best remodeling projects completed in the United States.

About Renewal

George Eide, President of Renewal Remodels & Additions, explains that home is where you relax, its where you entertain, and its where you grow. The company focuses on quality by giving accurate price quotes and detailed contracts to ensure every project is completed to the customers satisfaction. They specialize in residential remodeling and reconstruction projects with design and building. Are you interesting in starting a remodeling project? Give the experts at Renewal a call at 253-682-1990!

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