An article from Homeowners Stop Waiting to Spruce Up Published Jan. 19, 2012 Share Copy link Email LinkedIn X/Twitter Facebook Print License Add us on Google Americans are stepping up spending on home improvements for the first time in years, giving a small lift to the beleaguered construction sector. Recommended Reading Read More Wall Street Journal - Real Estate Add us on Google Share Copy link Email LinkedIn X/Twitter Facebook Print purchase licensing rights Filed Under: Economy