Los Angeles Daily News Staff Writer Evan Pondel provides home improvement help in his latest article, published today in the San Fernando Valley newspaper. Pondel gives tips on painting, landscaping, room additions and smartly hiring outside professionals to help you handle the work. It's not about getting out your checkbook, it's about being smart. So whether you live in Burbank, the Hollywood Hills, Long Beach, Palos Verdes, Hancock Park or elsewhere, read on...
"Southern California homeowners have been known to resort to alternative means for a little eco-conscious curb appeal. Be it a solar-paneled roof to heat the pool, or the addition of skylights to reduce electricity use, a little recycled concrete goes a long way when looking for a thrifty solution to erect a retaining wall"
"Having a realistic goal also is important when looking to gussy up a home. With all the home makeover TV programs inspiring impromptu renovation fantasies, hiring a grounded interior designer could help a homeowner get there."
"Judy Womack of Womack Design Consultants in Long Beach offers quite possibly the least expensive alternative [to playing Interior Designer yourself.] "Start at the corner of one end of the room, and start cleaning up the clutter," she said. "It's always amazing what a clean palate can do.""
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