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The 2021 NFL Draft will kick off in less than a week, so what better time to take stock of all 32 NFL rosters.

Below you will find every NFL roster ranked from No. 1 to No. 32. The list was heavily influenced by the two-year PFF WAR (wins above replacement) of the players who are currently on each roster, but it also had some subjective projection involved for those younger, emerging talents.

Its also important to note that this doesnt include anyone in the 2021 NFL Draft class, not even Trevor Lawrence on the Jacksonville Jaguars or Zach Wilson on the New York Jets. This is solely where each team stands entering Round 1, which will begin on April 29. We will revisit this ranking after the draft to see how much the NFL landscape changes.

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Draft capital rank: 27th

The reigning Super Bowl champions did the inevitable, maneuvering around their minimal cap space and ultimately returning every single starter on both sides of the ball.

The Bucs fielded the third-most-valuable roster of the PFF era (2006-present) last season, according to total PFF WAR generated, finishing behind only the 2016 and 2007 New England Patriots. The Bucs were also the only team that ranked inside the top five in both successful pass play rate generated and allowed last season.

With Tom Brady leading the way, Tampa Bay has a shot at becoming the first back-to-back champion since the 2003-04 New England Patriots.

Draft capital rank: 16th

The Browns put on a clinic in free agency this offseason, signing top-tier players at positions of need and for a great price, too.

Safety John Johnson III and slot corner Troy Hill, both of whom come over from the Rams, might have been the two best signings of the offseason. Johnson was one of the league's five most valuable players on the defensive side of the ball last year, while Hill has been the highest-graded slot corner since 2019.

Down in the trenches, the Browns have arguably the best offensive line in the NFL and one of the league's best edge tandems in the form of Myles Garrett and Jadeveon Clowney.

Looking solely at the PFF WAR generated by non-quarterbacks in 2020, the current Browns come in at No. 2 behind the Bucs. Cleveland has gone worst to almost first in just a few short years while building one of the best rosters in the league.

Draft capital rank: 22nd

The Chiefs current outlook at offensive tackle and edge isnt all that appealing, but when you have the leagues best quarterback, two of the most dynamic receiving threats in the NFL and a reliable secondary, it doesnt matter all that much.

Patrick Mahomes has been the most valuable quarterback in the league over the past three years. Tyreek Hill has been the fourth-most valuable wide receiver over that same span, while Travis Kelce has finished first among tight ends.

The secondary is really young outside of veteran Tyrann Mathieu, but they got the job done in 2020, earning the 10th-highest team defense grade in the league.

If they can select an offensive tackle at Pick No. 31, the Chiefs should be in a good spot to contend for the Lombardi once more.

Draft capital rank: 19th

According to PFF WAR, last years Packers fielded the NFLs most valuable quarterback, wide receiver and cornerback. They also boasted the highest-graded safety room in coverage with Adrian Amos and Darnell Savage Jr. leading the way, as well as the second-highest-graded tackle in the form of David Bakhtiari. So, all things considered, it's no surprise why Green Bay cemented a spot in the top five.

There are still a couple of gaping holes the Packers should look to address early in the 2021 NFL Draft: wide receiver and cornerback. The dream scenario for Green Bay is to secure prospects like Rondale Moore and Asante Samuel Jr. for those two positions.

Draft capital rank: 30

Josh Allens unbelievable turnaround in 2020 made Buffalo one of the most dangerous teams in the NFL. Both Allen and his top target, Stefon Diggs, were among the five highest-graded players at their respective positions and led the Bills to their highest successful pass play rate of the last decade.

On the other side of the ball, Buffalo brings back TreDavious White, who is one of the top cornerbacks in the game and ranks sixth in outside coverage grade since entering the league in 2017. Buffalo also possesses one of the best safety tandems in the NFL with Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde.

Itll be interesting to monitor how much Allen regresses in 2021, but this team is again looking dangerous and should have no issues repeating as AFC East champions.

Draft capital rank: 9th

Denver would be even higher if we removed quarterbacks from the equation. The Broncos secondary might be the best in the NFL, with Kyle Fuller and Ronald Darby on the outside, Bryce Callahan in the slot and Justin Simmons and Kareem Jackson at the two safety spots.

Unfortunately, Drew Lock has yet to show much in the way of promise. He is one of the three-lowest-graded passers over the last couple of seasons, while no quarterback in the NFL has thrown uncatchable balls at a higher rate.

Will things change on draft day? Only time will tell, but it is worth noting that the three most likely Broncos picks at this moment, according to DraftKings Sportsbook, are North Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance (+200), Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons (+400) and Alabama quarterback Mac Jones (+600).

Draft capital rank: 24th

It currently lacks a No. 1 option at receiver, but there arent many bones to pick with the current shape of the Ravens roster outside of that. Baltimore ranks ninth in total WAR generated from current offensive players (outside of the quarterback), which is quite incredible given their current crop of wide receivers. Meanwhile, the front seven isnt going to set the world on fire any time soon, but in Wink Martindales defense, it doesnt matter because hes always going to scheme a way to get after the quarterback.

The defense ranked inside the top five in EPA allowed per pass play and will likely continue to lock down opposing receivers for as long as Marlon Humphrey and Marcus Peters lead the way.

Draft capital rank: 15th

The Football Team has a genuinely talented roster overall, but like the Denver Broncos, they have no long-term solution at quarterback. Old man Ryan Fitzpatrick is currently penciled in as the starter, and we know what we're getting with him at this point: a volatile yet average passer capable of wow plays over small stretches. Fitzpatrick ranks 18th among 32 qualifying quarterbacks in passing grade since 2019.

They will have to trade a haul of future draft capital to change that quarterback situation, but whats most likely is that they stand pat at No. 19 and take one of the premier tackle prospects, such as Virginia Tech's Christian Darrisaw.

Draft capital rank: 6th

Dallas lands at No. 9 solely because of the offense. Dak Prescott will be back and healthy, which means we should see the offensive production we saw in 2019 when the Cowboys fielded the third-most-efficient passing offense in the league. And Prescott will have one of the top wide receiver trios in the NFL with Amari Cooper, Michael Gallup and CeeDee Lamb, who gave Dallas one of the five highest-graded receiving rooms when the quarterback was healthy in 2020.

Speaking of health, starting tackles Tyron Smith and Lael Collins, both of whom ranked among the top 15 players at their position in PFF grade last year, will also be back in 2021 after missing most of last season. The secondary has some concerns, but that should be addressed come Thursday when they are on the clock in Round 1.

Draft capital rank: 13th

Once San Francisco (hopefully) turns in that No. 3 overall pick for Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, theyll hop up a spot or two on this list.

Theres not much to complain about on offense other than quarterback. The offensive line is one of the better units in the league and is led by the highest-graded tackle of 2020, Trent Williams. Tight end George Kittle is in the conversation for best at his position, too, as he leads that group in receiving grade since 2018. The wide receiver room also has a couple of dynamic weapons with Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk.

The reason for concern emanates from the secondary. Jason Verrett was a top-10 player at the position in terms of PFF grade last year, but we all know about his injury history. The other spot on the outside is set to be manned by Emmanuel Moseley, but the former UDFA didnt play all that well on the job in 2020, earning a relatively poor 54.6 coverage grade.

Draft capital rank: 31st

Had the Rams re-signed safety John Johnson III and slot corner Troy Hill over edge defender Leonard Floyd, theyd be a few spots higher on this list. Defensive tackle Aaron Donald might just be the best player at his position the NFL has ever seen. He has generated 2.95 WAR since 2014, a full win more than any other interior defensive lineman and two wins more than all but seven players at the position.

In the secondary, the Rams still feature a quality outside cornerback duo in Jalen Ramsey and Darious Williams. They ranked third and sixth, respectively, in WAR generated in 2020. On offense, Los Angeles traded for quarterback Matthew Stafford, who will add a downfield passing element. He'll have Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp at his disposal, both of whom rank inside the top 30 in WAR generated since 2019. Los Angeles could still stand to add to its receiving unit, though.

Draft capital rank: 29th

Indianapolis is set to have another strong defense after the unit ranked 11th in EPA per play allowed and sixth in coverage grade in 2020. But the Colts' success, or lack thereof, will rest on the shoulders of Carson Wentz and the receiving unit. Its no secret that Wentz looked broken in 2020 with a 60.0 passing grade and league-leading 24 turnover-worthy plays.

As for the receiving unit, head coach Frank Reich will be counting on Parris Campbell to stay healthy and Michael Pittman Jr. to step up in his sophomore campaign. Campbell can be a slot weapon, but he has played in nine games over two years. Pittman posted a 62.3 receiving grade as a rookie. The Colts ranked inside the top 10 in 2020 WAR outside of the quarterback position but will need many players to step up to hold that spot.

Draft capital rank: 32nd

Seattles roster is rather top-heavy. Quarterback Russell Wilson leads his position in WAR generated since 2019, tackle Duane Brown is still producing at a top-10 level in PFF grade and wide receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett ranked in the top 20 in WAR generated in 2020. On defense, linebacker Bobby Wagner and safety Jamal Adams are both among the six most valuable players at their respective positions since 2018. After those five, Seattle's talent drops considerably.

Draft capital rank: 25th

The Cardinals' strengths and weaknesses are clear. They have one of the best wide receivers in the NFL but lack another receiving threat. They have a strong safety duo on the backend, but their current cornerbacks are liabilities. They have a strong veteran edge duo in J.J. Watt and Chandler Jones, but the interior defensive line is weak.

In other words, there are a lot of options on the table for Arizona with their No. 16 overall pick. After Malcolm Butler, Robert Alford is the team's best cornerback, and he hasnt played a down of football since 2018 when he ranked 108th of 120 qualifying corners in coverage grade. That position might be the best bet for the Cardinals in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Draft capital rank: 3rd

If quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, whose 63.9 passing grade ranked third among the three top-10 quarterbacks from the 2020 NFL Draft, can make a Year 2 leap, Miami should be cooking in 2021. Hell have a strong wide receiver unit at his disposal, including DeVante Parker and Will Fuller V, both of whom are among the 25 most valuable wide receivers since 2019.

The Dolphins' outside cornerback duo of Xavien Howard and Byron Jones is also solid, ranking seventh and sixth, respectively, among those at that position in coverage grade since 2018. After that, though, Miami's talent dips considerably. The team's offensive line is still in a shaky state after ranking sixth-to-last in PFF grade a year ago. The Dolphins signed Matt Skura, but he was the third-lowest-graded center of 2020.

Draft capital rank: 26th

The Saints will be one of the more interesting teams to watch in 2021 due to the roller coaster that is Jameis Winston taking over the offense following Drew Brees retirement. Hell have one of the best receiving backs and wide receivers in the NFL to throw to in Alvin Kamara and Michael Thomas, respectively, but there is a glaring lack of depth otherwise.

New Orleans' next best receiver is perhaps TreQuan Smith, who owns a 64.1 receiving grade across his three NFL seasons. The Saints are also lacking in the cornerback department following Janoris Jenkins release due to cap constraints. Patrick Robinson, who owns a 62.8 coverage grade across 342 coverage snaps over the past three years, is projected to start opposite Marshon Lattimore for now.

Draft capital rank: 18th

Placing 17th may seem average, but for the New York Giants, this is big news. Their roster was among the worst in the league in the three years following their 2016 playoff appearance, but it took a step forward last year and took another big leap this offseason after two additions: wide receiver Kenny Golladay and cornerback Adoree Jackson.

Golladay established himself as one of the top deep threats in contested scenarios over the past few years in Detroit. His 53 contested catches and 1,072 deep receiving yards since 2018 are each a top-five mark at the position (keep in mind, he played in only five games in 2020).

Jackson was limited to four games due to injury in 2020, but he has still been one of the 15 most valuable cornerbacks since entering the league in 2017.

Draft capital rank: 21st

Pittsburgh's defensive line is easily the NFL's best. Bud Duprees replacement, Alex Highsmith, might even be better than the new Tennessee Titan. Highsmiths pass-rush grade as a rookie in 2020 was over 10 grading points higher than Duprees before he got hurt. The Steelers' defense as a whole should be soild, but the offense is on shaky ground, especially with Ben Roethlisberger at the helm.

Big Ben's decline in 2020 was apparent; his 68.3 passing grade marked his lowest-graded season since his 2006 campaign, and he relied on short, quick throws seemingly because of his waning arm strength.

Draft capital rank: 11th

The Vikings have one of the best, if not the best, wide receiver duos entering the 2021 NFL Draft. Justin Jefferson and Adam Thielen ranked second and sixth, respectively, in PFF grade at the position in 2020.

It's a different story down in the trenches and at cornerback. The latter position is likely to play a massive part in defining the team's 2021 season. Right now, Minnesota is set to trot out veteran Patrick Peterson and 2020 third-round pick Cameron Dantzler as its two starting outside corners.

Peterson's decline last season was evident, with him recording a 53.1 coverage grade his lowest since his rookie campaign. Dantzler had two incredible outings in his rookie campaign that resulted in a coverage grade north of 90.0, but he fell flat otherwise. It was a promising season, but he still has a lot to prove.

Draft capital rank: 14th

Bill Belichick went all-in during free agency, handing out money left and right. Even after the heavy spending, the Patriots still have an average roster outside of their offensive line. Despite losing standout left guard Joe Thuney, they still have a top-10 unit.

The big concern with this team is at quarterback and wide receiver. Cam Newton ranked 24th in passing grade in his first season as a Patriot and struggled to push the ball downfield. His 2.8% big-time throw rate was a bottom-five mark among quarterbacks on the year. As it stands, New England's No. 1 wideout is Nelson Agholor, who is coming off a boom-or-bust campaign with Las Vegas where he was fed deep crossers and vertical routes. He ranked 45th of 99 qualifiers in receiving grade in what was his most productive year in the NFL. In the five years prior combined, he ranked second-to-last in receiving grade.

Draft capital rank: 7th

The Bengals roster is on the rise and will only improve after the 2021 NFL Draft with the potential addition of wide receiver JaMarr Chase (remember, this ranking does not reflect that). If they do draft him fifth overall, hed join a receiving unit that already boasts Tyler Boyd, who was one of the five highest-graded slot receivers in 2020, and Tee Higgins, who was one of the 20 highest-graded outside receivers as a rookie.

Joe Burrow, last years No. 1 overall pick, was one of the cleanest passers in the league on non-deep passes in 2020, ranking sixth among all quarterbacks in passing grade on throws 20 yards or fewer downfield.

Draft capital rank: 17th

Tennessee has the quarterback, the running back and the WR1, but there are some big question marks outside of that. Three of their six most valuable players over the last couple of years wide receiver Corey Davis and cornerbacks Malcolm Butler and Adoree Jackson are no longer on the roster. Neither is quarterback Ryan Tannehills No. 3 target, tight end Jonnu Smith, the defenses second-highest-graded player, edge defender Jadeveon Clowney, and starting slot corner Desmond King II. They did make a good move by bringing in veteran corner Janoris Jenkins to help fill one of those outside starting spots, but the rest of the positions are likely to see a drop-off in production.

Draft capital rank: 23rd

Chicago no doubt has a ferocious defensive front with Khalil Mack the highest-graded edge defender of 2020 leading the way, but that can only get you so far. A potent passing offense is key, and Chicago still is no bueno in that department. Quarterback Andy Dalton is a modest improvement over Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Folesbut still a below-average passer. He ranked 22nd in passing grade when filling in for Dak Prescott in Dallas last season and did that with a better supporting cast than Chicagos. I'm bullish on Jaylon Johnsons future in the NFL, but the secondary is likely to take a step back without Kyle Fuller. No team has more riding on the 2021 NFL Draft than the Bears.

Draft capital rank: 5th

The current construction of the Falcons roster is fascinating. Just look at all of that high-quality green and below-average red in the image below from the 2021 PFF NFL Draft Guide. Even with one of the 10 highest-graded passers and two of the 15 highest-graded wide receivers, the Falcons still have a ton of below-average contributors on the current roster. Tight end Kyle Pitts may be alluring with the No. 4 overall pick, but trading down to gain more assets is the smarter move considering how many holes they have on the roster.

Draft capital rank: 12th

The Chargers offensive line has undergone a complete makeover this offseason, and understandably so; the 2020 group was the second-lowest-graded of the last decade. New signees Corey Linsley and Matt Feiler, along with a healthy Bryan Bulaga, should move this group closer to average and help quarterback Justin Herbert avoid major regression in Year 2, as a lot of his rookie success came in unstable areas like pressured passing. The concerns really lie on the defensive side of the ball. Edge defender Joey Bosa and Derwin James are both clearly among the best at their respective positions when healthy, but things look rough outside of those two. The Chargers rank among the bottom five teams in the NFL when it comes to 2020 WAR on their current defense.

Draft capital rank: 4th

Theres rightful concern with the current outlook of the Eagles roster at the most important positions on the field. They arguably have the worst offensive skill position group in the league, and their crop of cornerbacks outside of Darius Slay needs help. When looking at the three most important positions on the field quarterback, wide receiver and cornerback Philadelphia's 2020 WAR generated comes in at -0.2 WAR. Thats the worst in the entire NFL by 0.7.

Draft capital rank: 2nd

There was an argument to be made prior to the start of free agency that the Jets had the worst roster in the NFL. They did have a lot of money to spend, and they clearly seized the opportunity by bringing back safety Marcus Maye and signing wide receiver Corey Davis, edge defender Carl Lawson and safety Lamarcus Joyner. Maye, Davis and Lawson each were among the 15 most valuable players at their respective positions in 2020, and Joyner is being moved back to his natural position of safety. He last played there in 2017 and 2018 when he ranked 10th in PFF WAR at the position. Despite these massive additions, there is a lot of work to be done in the draft. The good news is the Jets have a boatload of capital to use.

Draft capital rank: 20th

The Raiders rank 31st in 2020 WAR currently on the roster outside of QB. There are two areas of weakness in particular: the secondary and the offensive line. The Raiders have had one of the worst secondaries in the NFL in each of the three years of the Jon Gruden era. During that time span, they rank dead last among the 32 teams in coverage grade. Thats likely not changing in 2021 after they made no major improvements in free agency. The offensive line, which ranked 18th in pass-block grade in 2020, was gutted this offseason by trading away center Rodney Hudson, guard Gabe Jackson and tackle Trent Brown and now desperately needs an infusion of talent.

Draft capital rank: 10th

There are numerous areas of concern for Carolina, none more than the offensive line. Right tackle Taylor Moton is one of the better players at the position, but the rest of the group leaves a lot to be desired. That's why they are a prime candidate for generational tackle prospect Penei Sewell with their No. 8 pick. Also, newly acquired quarterback Sam Darnold really isnt much of an upgrade over Teddy Bridgewater. Darnolds passing grades as the Jets starter were 62.9, 64.3 and 52.7 all lower than Bridgewaters 66.4 mark in 2020.

Draft capital rank: 1st

Jacksonville entered free agency with more money to spend than any other team, but they fell flat. The Jags franchise-tagged tackle Cam Robinson, who ranks dead last among left tackles in PFF grade since entering the league, and handed out a puzzling contract to safety Rayshawn Jenkins. Cornerback Shaquill Griffin is certainly an upgrade, but making him the 11th-highest-paid player at the position on a per-year basis was questionable considering he has just one season with a coverage grade above 65.0 in four years. The good news is that they are about to land the best prospect PFF has ever seen in quarterback Trevor Lawrence, but they have a lot of work to do with the rest of their draft capital.

Draft capital rank: 30th

Houston was one of the more interesting teams in free agency, handing out a plethora of cheap one- and two-year deals to veterans. They were essentially screaming we are rebuilding, which is the correct route. Outside of left tackle Laremy Tunsil, theres nothing to get excited about down in the trenches. Wide receiver Brandin Cooks is fresh off ranking inside the top 25 in receiving grade, but he's the lone reliable receiving threat on the roster. In the secondary, they have an above-average outside corner in Bradley Roby (17th among outside corners in coverage grade in 2020) but a full-blown liability opposite him in Vernon Hargreaves III (sixth-to-last in coverage grade among that same group). There's not enough talent and far too many glaring holes.

Draft capital rank: 8th

Detroit comes in dead last in total non-QB WAR on the 2020 roster, and it really isnt close. The teams top two wide receivers Breshad Perriman and Tyrell Williams each have only one season with a PFF grade above 70.0 in six years in the NFL. The secondary has some potential but is young, and the early returns have been uninspiring. Their projected outside corners, 2019 fifth-round pick Amani Oruwariye and 2020 first-round pick Jeff Okudah, ranked 91st and 118th, respectively, among qualifying cornerbacks in coverage grade a season ago. There really isnt a position group of great strength, and I wouldnt be surprised if we see them claim the No. 1 overall pick in 2022. Dont be bummed, Detroit fans, this is a fantastic thing for the franchise long-term.

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The combination of first-rate knowledge of the build process along with high levels of customer service are the solid foundations for the specialised services that ICW offers. From new builds to renovations, large or small scale, we evaluate projects carefully to ensure the right service is recommended, providing total peace of mind for all parties involved.

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With access to the ICW client portal, clients and brokers will have an overview of current projects to manage site paperwork, view survey reports and book surveyor visits with ease. The portal is accessible via smartphone, tablet and desktop, so that clients and brokers can log in to securely access project information from any location.

Introducing our client portal is a proactive move that will help empower our clients to access the information they need at a time that suits them.

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We understand that digital is now an essential means of doing business and we have developed this bespoke online portal to support our clients and brokers, offering an enhanced, efficient and effective service. This is just one of the many positive developments that we are looking forward to this year.

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The vast majority of basements have unfinished basements or no basement at all. According to U.S. Census Bureaus Survey of Construction, larger and high-end homes have the highest percentage of finished basements at 18 percent (with smaller homes around only 5%.)

Brothers Basement Remodeling in Minneapolis, Minnesota has a (somewhat humorous) mission to finish every basement in their city and surrounding areas. Matt Brown says Its just plain wrong that people are buying these premium homes, and then a large portion of them isnt improving their quality of life.

That extra living space can be used as an extra living room, a recreation space, a guest bedroom, a teenagers room, a home gym, home office, sauna, theater or basement bar. Many owners of high-end homes choose 3-5 of these elements, and ask how does making this investment increase the value of my home, and increase the quality of life of my family?

Certainly the answer to these two questions is becoming increasingly obvious, with the percentage of basements being turned into usable space going up the last couple of years.

To join the cadre of smart homeowners doing basement remodeling HGTV shared, The last annual Cost vs. Value Report from Remodeling magazine put the average basement remodel at $61,303 with a 70.3 percent payback, which made it among the smartest redos, along with an attic bedroom, minor kitchen redo, deck, and new entry door.

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Many more people are facing the reality of working from home today than ever before. For some, it has been difficult to create a routine and find a balance between work and home life.

If youre going to work from home for the long haul, you may need to make some changes to make your life more organized, functional, inspiring and stress-reducing. Here are some DIY tips you can put into practice to improve your work-from-home life.

Create clever storage solutions

Storage is everything when you work from home and you want to stay organized. You can think about designing and making a desk that acts as a combination of work and storage space.

Creating storage for office clutter is another worthwhile project. For example, a well-organized bag or basket can hold office supplies, a planner and writing utensils. Beautiful rattan baskets in shelves can provide ample storage for your home office and this is a fairly easy DIY project.

Establish an indoor plant collection

Establishing an indoor plant collection near your workspace can provide you with natural greenery that lifts your spirits while working from home. Having plants around a desk can fuel your creativity and bring life into your workspace. Plants also absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen and can filter out toxins and help freshen up the air. Just a small handful of houseplants can affect your productivity.

There is some evidence that plants can decrease nose and eye irritation, fatigue, and concentration problems. They can also reduce stress and absorb sound. By placing large, potted plants in corners, you can keep distracting noises to a minimum.

Remodel your basement

An obvious space to begin with DIY when youre working from home is your workspace. If you know youre likely to continue to work from home, you may want to turn a specific space, like your basement, into a dedicated workspace. This could make you more productive than sitting in a space in your home where youre continuously distracted.

Getting basement remodeling right requires knowing how to take a dank, dark space and re-imagine it. If you need a Chicago remodeling company to help you convert your basement, HX Home Solutions can complete the job from start to finish. Once the basic work is done, you will have plenty of DIY projects left to do, such as creating suitable storage solutions.

Define your internal workspace

If you cant afford to remodel a garage or basement, you can still create a lovely workspace within your home. An important factor to consider is natural light. Windows properly ventilate your indoor space, allow you to breathe in oxygen, and let in natural sunlight which gives you some vitamin D, improves your mood and offers other health benefits.

If you need to add some windows, they can improve the overall aesthetic appeal of your home and increase its value. Chicago window replacement company reviews can guide your choice of who to use if you dont want to tackle this project yourself.

Turn a closet into a workspace

It is possible to turn a spare closet into a very organized home office. This can also be a perfect space for kids to do their homework at night. Converting a closet can offer much-needed workspace without having to use a whole room.

You will need bright lighting and will also have to add at least one electrical outlet. Spacious drawers in a desk and shelves can provide plenty of storage for office supplies, documents, books etc. and closing the closet doors hides any clutter.

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QUINCY A Quincy man was arrested on a charge of aggravated home repair fraud for the second time in five months.

Randy J. Ferguson, 64, was arrested Thursday on the charge.

The Quincy Police Department said it learned last week that an elderly couple entered into an agreement with Ferguson who was doing business as Construction Services Unlimited in December 2020.

Police said the couple paid Ferguson more than $25,000 up front with the remainder to be paid throughout the project, but Ferguson reportedly didn't complete the work nor returned the funds.

Ferguson was arrested in December 2020 after he and two other Quincy men were paid more than $40,000 reportedly considered substandard or never completed. He was charged with six counts of aggravated home repair fraud.

He was out on bond at the time of his arrest Thursday.

Ferguson previously previously been convicted for theft in connection with home repairs. In 2014, he pleaded guilty to one count of theft after he scammed more than $13,000 from an elderly couple while remodeling their basement.

He is being held in the Adams County Jail on a $100,000 bond pending his first court appearance.

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Windows offer a view of the world. But, when you dig deeper, youll see that different window styles have different advantages and disadvantages. From shape to the amount of ventilation they provide to the all-important cost factor, there is a lot to keep in mind as you select window styles.

Natural light is a popular selling feature for homes, so making a wise choice with your window selection can be a great return on investment. Whether you are building or remodeling, choose the types of windows that meet your needs for lighting, function and price.

Also known as crank windows for the method used to open them, casement windows swing from a hinge, just like a door. The strong seal around these windows means they are generally weathertight. The swing function also allows for a great amount of airflow when desired.

Screens can fit securely inside the window, which can be helpful for cleaning purposes. On average, individual casement windows cost $300 to $750 installed.

With casement windows, youll need to keep in mind the design of your home to ensure open windows match with each other and sides of the home. Casement windows are not ideal for securing window air conditioning units, so beware if you depend on that method of cooling.

The most common window style, double-hung or single-hung windows slide along a vertical track to open. Although these two types of windows look just about the same, the distinction between them is single-hung windows only open from the bottom half.

Unlike casement windows that swing outward, you dont need to worry about double- or single-hung windows bumping into each other or anything on the exterior or the house.

These classic windows provide good ventilation, offer access for cleaning and are easier to replace than more unique window styles. Because they work against gravity, double- or single-hung windows may not stay open as desired if not properly maintained.

Double-hung windows cost slightly more than their single-hung siblings, but both are relatively budget-friendly window options with an average price point of $200 to $1,000 per window installed.

Locked in place and unmoving, picture windows dont obstruct the outside view, which can provide a real wow factor. The big drawback? There is no airflow with these windows. Without any opening mechanisms, the upkeep is simple and the seal will be weathertight.

On the downside, picture windows arent exactly energy-efficient, at least compared to solid walls. The heat from inside the home may escape during cooler months while sunlight streaming through the picture window may overheat the interior space in warmer months.

Because there are no mechanical elements, picture windows offer good bang for the buck when you want a lot of natural light. Depending on size and shape, each picture window costs an average of $150 to $750 installed.

Both functional and an interesting design feature, the term bay windows describes windows grouped together to extend from the house. On the inside, this can create a bay or shelf. The individual windows in a bay window group meet at angles. Bow windows are similar, but the design is curved without angles between windows.

If youre doing a remodel and want to add bay windows where there is currently an exterior wall, expect a significant expense in the $1,150 to $3,550 range. If youre just swapping windows in an existing bay window arrangement, the price will depend on the style of the specific window.

In a typical bay window arrangement, the center window is a fixed picture window while the two flanking windows may be casement, single- or double-hung windows.

A more common option for horizontal window orientations, sliding windows work much like they sound: by one section sliding over another, just like sliding glass doors. This can allow for great airflow and relatively good sealing.

Sliders are often used for basement egress windows but may lack the sophisticated look for areas where curb appeal is a bigger concern.

Other than a lock, sliders dont have mechanical components, which helps with the upkeep and overall cost. On average, sliders cost $400 to $1,300 to installwith the top range representing quite large sliding windows.

These windows get their name from the awning-like protection they provide when open. This makes them good options if you like to keep your windows open during rainfall. With hinges at the top, awning windows are paired above, below or to the side of a picture window.

Unlike casement windows, which open along a vertical plane, awning windows open from the top of the frame. The crank mechanism is easy to operate and creates a tight seal when not in use. When open, they allow for decent airflow.

The downside of this is awning windows protrude outward and may obstruct walkways. If used on a second floor or higher up on the wall, this issue can be avoided. Average costs to install awning windows are $350 to $900 per window.

Available in a variety of styles from stained glass to glass blocks, decorative glass windows are generally stationary. The purpose of these windows can be two-fold: They deliver a nice design point and can provide some privacy. For that reason, they are often found near front doors or in bathrooms.

Although they offer natural light to the interior, decorative glass windows are not the way to go if you want an exterior view. The installation cost for glass blocks ranges from $375 to $800.

A great solution for providing natural light to interior rooms, skylights are built into the roof. Skylights can be either fixed or ventable. Types that open are similar to a casement or awning window in that they open with a hinge.

Although you shouldnt expect a skylight to open completely, even a bit of venting can provide welcome airflow to a space.

The greatest benefit to skylights is the natural light. For new installations, this comes at a price. Average skylight installation costs run from $900 to $2,150 per window.

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Friday, April 29, 2011 --

Candidates seeking election for school trustee positions are interviewed. Candidates are Steve Baldwin., Kevin Dukart, Shawna Knipp and Tom Muckle. There are two trustee seats open for election. . .High Tech Construction broke ground at the Longfellow School April 20 in preparation for building a new gymnasium. The first phase of the project is building the new gymnasium. Phase two will be the remodeling of the old gym into a music room and classrooms. All this should be done by fall of 2012. . .J & M Lumber will celebrate their eighth anniversary and customer appreciation day May 7. . .Brandon Schmidt is the newest employee at the Fallon County Federal Credit Union. . .The High School/YRA Rodeo held April 23-24 was a great success with approximately 60 entries and close to 200 attendees. Sunday, children participated in an egg hunt immediately followed by Cowboy Church led by Bruce Ketchum. . .Nellie Rost will celebrate her 85th birthday May 8 at the Marmarth Community Center.

Thursday, April 27, 2001 --

The Montana liquor store has a change of name, owner and location. Now called Spirits Plus, it is located at 15 South Main, Baker and is owned and operated by Russ Stoddard. . .2001 delegates to the Montana American Legion Auxiliary Girls State from Baker and Plevna schools are Michelle Becker and Maranda Zachmann of Baker and Leanne Klos from Plevna. . .Students in Lynnda Evans after school French class will present their spring program May 2. . .Delphine Maier has taken over the duties as Welcome Wagon representative from Helen Rieger. . .High temperature April 18 was 73 degrees. . .Employees of Fallon County Library served cake and coffee at an open house in honor of their volunteers. Those special ladies are Maxine Winters, Lauretta Stenglein, Eunice Higgins. Betty Kusler and Arleen Graham. . .April 8 a drilling derrick in the South Pine Unit north of Baker collapsed and fell to the ground, seriously injuring Jeff McGillivray of Chinook. McGillivray was at the top of the derrick when it fell. He was transported to Fallon Medical Complex and transfered to Holy Rosary Hospital. He was later transferred to Billings Deaconess and is much improved.

Thursday, April 25, 1991 --

Robert Singer, clerk at the Baker Post Office, has been named Local Postal Volunteer of the Year. Postmaster Mike Mangen presented Robert with a certificate of appreciation signed by Postmaster General Anthony M. Frank. . .Bakers interest in developing an industrial park have not been discarded. Monday evening following discussion with Dr. Pierce Parker and Charles Henry of Pierce International, community members who had not pledged funds voted to support the continuation of the project. The Industrial Park complex would consist of a 25 acre core park that would contain diversified support companies to provide services for larger manufacturing plants. . .Statewide average price of unleaded gasoline at self-service pumps is $1.14. . .The benefit dinner and auction for John Reetz, son of James and LaTonne Reetz, netted $6,477.76. John has cancer and may have to undergo a bone marrow transplant.

Thursday, April 23, 1981 --

A 1977 black Ford pickup with a yellow stripe was reported missing from the driveway of the Don Groshans, Sr. home April 18. The pickup, belonging to Don Groshans, Jr. of Glasgow, was unlocked and full of gas. . .Prom royalty candidates are Kurt Schell, Barb Mahon, Jeff Varner, Colette Hurley, Marie Lund, Kevin Helfrich and Sandy Engesser. . .Marge Koenig, Lillian Jensen and Frances Sikorski will be attending the Democratic Womens regional conference in Glendive this month. . .Leon Newell, Chief of the local fire unit, presented the city council with a list of specs for a new fire truck, costing $83,000. . .The New Horizons Health Spa has opened. They are located at 207 Young Ave., Stanhope Addition.

Thursday, April 29, 1971 --

John Brown is named valedictorian of the class of 1971 at Baker High School. Dennis Bechtold is salutatorian. . .Baker will stay in the same basketball district as last year. . .Harold Jensen is elected president of the OFallon Historical Society. Other officers are Marion Hanson, Lillian Jensen and Forrest Duffield. . .T. V. Critchfield guided representatives from the Montana Fish and Game Department to the Arnold Pinnow and Art Meccage ranches where they planted 7,000 trout. . .Leo Riley recently captured two baby beavers during a trapping expedition. . .Special recognition was given to L. F. Bruggeman, Baker High School Principal, at the District Music Festival in Glendive. Bruggeman has been taking music students to festival for 35 years. . .Bev Breitbach has been named winner of the BHS John Phillip Sousa award as outstanding senior band student.

Thursday, April 27, 1961 --

Delila Fried, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Fried, and Kay Rediske, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Rediske, share the honor of co-valedictorians for the class of 1961. Arthur Linden, son of Mrs. Lena Linden, is salutatorian. . .Lee Stevenson was elected president of the Montana Funeral Directors Association. . .Mrs. Richard Vilhauer is elected president of the Baker Jaycee Jaynes; Mrs. Arlene Steffes, vice president; Mrs. Leland Gundlach, secretary; and Mrs. Bernell Pfeifle, treasurer. . .Frank Lewis, incoming superintendent of Baker schools, visited Baker. . .Mrs. Fredric Bruggeman has prepared a history of the Baker Homemakers Club in recognition of National Home Demonstration Week. . .Delila Fried, Judy Hatton, Art Linden, Tom Olson and Robert Yokley attend the annual High School Week at Montana State in Bozeman.

Thursday, April 26, 1951 --

A group of rural farmers and citizens met April 23, in the courtroom of the courthouse to take part in the discussion and planning of a rain-making project. This project is designed to increase the natural rainfall between the dates of May 1 and September 1. Since the western states are so dry, many are participating in rain-making, and more than 100 million acres are already under contract for cloud-seeding. . .Mr. John Gray, manager, Montana State Employment Service, Miles City, MT announces the appointment of Clarence Heiser, Heisers Bar, Baker, MT, as Farm Placement Representative. . .The Baker Library is richer by a number of current best sellers, which were given by Mr. and Mrs. Larry Busch.

Thursday, April 24, 1941 --

Lieutenant James Ovens, Army reserve officer, has received notice from district recruiting headquarters in Missoula that he is authorized to assist with the present recruiting drive. . .C. W. Samsel was elected to chairman of the board of school trustees for the coming year, and Evelyn Hitch was named clerk. . .Mrs. Minnie Niccum this week made a contract with Douglas Holmes of Glendive for the erection of a brick and tile one story building with full basement. The location is next to the Green Dragon and upon its completion will be leased to R. Luckow for a bakery. . .Leon LaCross was appointed local liquor vendor to succeed Jack Eichenberger.

Thursday, April 23, 1931 --

The William Krukeberg gas and oil filling station will be greatly improved by the addition of three private garages housed in one building at the east side of the lot on First Street. . .Juanita LaCross and Karl Pleissner, Jr. were the local Christian Endeavor delegates to the convention in Miles City last week. . .Eight pupils of Baker High School will take part in the scholarship contest at Bozeman next week. Those to go are Richard Johnson, John Dougherty, Alvin Beckman, Karl Pleissner, Bonita Hythecker, Priscilla Larson, Mildred McDonald and Mary Christopher. . .A disastrous fire Friday night razed Mrs. Elmer Cates house, C. O. Wrights feed barn and partially destroyed the Victor North home.

Thursday, April 28, 1921 --

Baseball season opens in Baker next week when Baker meets Westmore on the local diamond. . .To show appreciation of the interest shown in Boy Scouting by Baker people, the boys have offered to load all the rubbish gathered on lots and premises into wagons furnished by the city. . .The Ollie High School gave a party for the graduates, the Misses Lillian Esmay and Ruth Baker, at the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wang Friday evening. . .Graduates of the class of 21 in the play Mr. Bob were Roger Silvernale, Alf Trandum, Mel Schneider, Verna Bond, Frances Hiscock and Helen Norman.

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Everything but the horses is included on this private gated fence-lined 10-acre property in a secluded area of Fishing Creek Valley in Dauphin County.

The horse lovers dream is turn-key ready with a heated eight stall barn including automatic waterers, wash stall, feed/tack room, fly spray system and Dutch doors that open to the separate fenced-in paddock areas throughout the property.

An indoor arena measuring 60- by 90-feet, with premium footing, is attached to the barn.

Other outbuildings include a four-bay workshop and a multi-bay 16-foot by 42-foot run-in shed.

The custom 3,150-square-foot home, built in 2002, beckons its occupants outdoors with a large wrap-around front porch offering a view of the horses, and a generous balcony off of one of four bedrooms, offering an elevated view of the property and nearby mountains. A screened-in covered back porch allows for entertaining and dining with the convenience of kitchen access.

The home has an open gourmet kitchen and family room area with a semi-private formal dining room and kitchen breakfast nook area. A stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the family room.

Hickory wood floors carry through the entire first floor down the hall to the large sunlit laundry room/mud room, which opens via a pocket door to a full first floor bath with steam shower. Two exterior doors in the laundry room allow easy outdoor access.

The wood staircase leads up to the large open hallway, which completely circles the staircase. French doors lead to the master bedroom with stone fireplace and wood mantel. A large master bath includes walk-in closet, double bowl vanities, tile floors and walls and large window-lit stone surround shower with multiple spray heads.

The basement level includes exterior access, office space and a second laundry room for horse-related wearables.

Located at 1841 Potato Valley Road in Middle Paxton Township, the home is listed for $939,900 by agent Steve Black, with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.

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Have you been shopping around for a new home? Perhaps one in or near Boerne?

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