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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/window-replacement-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/window-replacement-cost/",
   "title": "Window Replacement Cost: What Homeowners Pay Per Window",
   "summary": "Window replacement costs $450 to $1,500 per window, or $4,500 to $22,500 for a full house, per HomeGuide data. See cost by material, type, and home size.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
  },
  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/when-do-you-need-a-permit/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/when-do-you-need-a-permit/",
   "title": "When Do You Need a Permit for Home Improvement?",
   "summary": "Most structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work needs a building permit. Skipping one can block a home sale or void insurance. Learn what needs a permit.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
  },
  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/what-does-a-general-contractor-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/what-does-a-general-contractor-cost/",
   "title": "General Contractor Cost: Fees, Percentages, and What You Pay",
   "summary": "General contractors charge 10 to 20 percent of total project cost or $50 to $150 per hour. Learn how GC fees are structured and what is negotiable.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
  },
  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/tree-removal-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/tree-removal-cost/",
   "title": "Tree Removal Cost: What You Pay by Tree Size",
   "summary": "Tree removal costs $385 to $1,070 on average, per HomeAdvisor data. Small trees under 30 feet run $150 to $400; large trees over 60 feet cost $800 to $2,000 or more.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/tile-installation-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/tile-installation-cost/",
   "title": "Tile Installation Cost: Bathroom Floor and Wall Prices",
   "summary": "Tile installation costs $7 to $25 per sq ft for ceramic and porcelain. Average bathroom project is $2,400 per Angi 2026. Costs by material, subfloor prep, and labor.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/solar-panel-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/solar-panel-cost/",
   "title": "Solar Panel Cost: Installation Prices in 2026",
   "summary": "Solar installation costs $15,000 to $29,000 before incentives, per NREL. After the 30% federal tax credit, most homeowners pay $11,000 to $21,000 out of pocket.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/siding-replacement-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/siding-replacement-cost/",
   "title": "Siding Replacement Cost: Vinyl vs Fiber Cement Prices",
   "summary": "Vinyl siding costs $6 to $12 per sq ft installed; fiber cement averages $14,884, per Angi 2026. Compare by material and home size before requesting siding quotes.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-windows/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-windows/",
   "title": "Window Repair vs Replacement: How to Decide",
   "summary": "Window repair costs $75 to $650 while replacement runs $450 to $1,500 per window. Get the decision framework to know which option makes financial sense.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-water-heater/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-water-heater/",
   "title": "Water Heater Repair vs Replacement: When to Replace",
   "summary": "Water heater repair costs $150 to $700 while replacement runs $900 to $3,000. Use the age, cost, and failure-type framework in this guide to make the right call.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-siding/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/repair-vs-replace-siding/",
   "title": "Siding Repair vs Replacement: When It Makes Sense to Replace",
   "summary": "Siding repairs cost $300 to $1,500; full replacement runs $7,000 to $20,000. This guide helps you decide whether repair or replacement makes financial sense.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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  {
   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/plumber-cost-per-hour/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/plumber-cost-per-hour/",
   "title": "Plumber Cost Per Hour: What Homeowners Pay in 2026",
   "summary": "Plumbers charge $75 to $150 per hour for standard residential work, per HomeGuide data. See rates by license level, job types, and when flat-rate billing applies.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
  },
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/insulation-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/insulation-cost/",
   "title": "Insulation Cost: Attic, Walls, and Spray Foam Prices",
   "summary": "Attic insulation runs $1,700 to $2,100 installed; whole-house spray foam averages $2,000 to $6,000, per Angi. Costs by type, R-value, and climate zone.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-sequence-a-remodel/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-sequence-a-remodel/",
   "title": "How to Sequence a Home Remodel: Trade Order and Timeline",
   "summary": "Demo, then rough plumbing and electrical, then insulation, drywall, finish. Getting the trade sequence wrong costs money. See the right order by project type.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-an-electrician/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-an-electrician/",
   "title": "How to Hire an Electrician: Steps, Questions, Red Flags",
   "summary": "Hiring an electrician means verifying license tier, checking insurance, confirming permit responsibility, and getting three written quotes before you sign.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-a-roofer/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-a-roofer/",
   "title": "How to Hire a Roofer: Steps, Questions, and Red Flags",
   "summary": "Roofing is one of the most scam-prone trades. Verify a roofer's license, check insurance, and spot storm-chaser fraud before signing any contract.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-a-plumber/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-hire-a-plumber/",
   "title": "How to Hire a Plumber: License, Questions, and Red Flags",
   "summary": "Hiring a plumber means verifying their license and insurance, getting three written quotes for jobs over $500, and reviewing the contract before work starts.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-finance-a-home-renovation/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/how-to-finance-a-home-renovation/",
   "title": "How to Finance a Home Renovation: 6 Options Compared",
   "summary": "Home equity loans, HELOCs, cash-out refinances, personal loans, contractor financing, and FHA 203(k) each suit different projects. Here is how to choose.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-inspection-cost/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-inspection-cost/",
   "title": "Home Inspection Cost: What Buyers and Sellers Pay in 2026",
   "summary": "A home inspection costs $200 to $500, averaging $343 per Angi 2026 data. See what affects cost, what inspectors check, and when a pre-listing inspection pays off.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-improvement-terms-glossary/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-improvement-terms-glossary/",
   "title": "Home Improvement Terms Glossary: 35 Definitions",
   "summary": "Plain-English definitions for 35 home improvement terms: change order, rough-in, R-value, punch list, lien waiver, and more. Use before hiring a contractor.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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   "id": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-improvement-roi-by-project/",
   "url": "https://homeprosrated.com/guides/home-improvement-roi-by-project/",
   "title": "Home Improvement ROI by Project: What Actually Adds Value",
   "summary": "Garage door replacement and minor kitchen remodels deliver the best ROI, per Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs Value report. See which projects recoup cost at resale.",
   "date_published": "2026-06-12T12:00:00Z"
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