* 411 Home Repair.
(www.411homerepair.com/contractor/index.shtml)
Features home improvement resources, calculators, how tos, and much more.

* Federal Consumer Information Center.
(www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic--text/housing/home-improve/homimprv.htm)
Provides insights on home maintenance, hiring help and financing repairs.

* Homestore.com.
(http://www.homestore.com/HomeGarden/homeimprovement)
Contains advice on a wide range of home improvement topics.

* National Association of the Remodeling Industry. (www.nari.org/level2/homeowners/)
Offers information on a range of remodeling topics, from hiring a contractor to money-saving tips.

* ImproveNet.
(www.improvenet.com)
Features free contractor estimate finder and home improvement resources.