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Navigating remodeling during a difficult time

By Lorraine Hart - Ideal Consulting

By Lorraine Hart of Ideal Consulting Services This is a challenging time for all of us. Our actions, decisions and behavior matters.  Given our current situations, we may find ourselves with less time or more time. We may have concerns with persons entering our environment and question whether we will be safe. The home construction…

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Controlling sound through Design

By Luis Cortes - Echo Workshop

By Luis Cortes of Echo Workshop Have you ever sat in that restaurant where the volume is ever increasing as the patrons all  talk over each other? At the beginning of the evening that restaurant was a quiet place where one could hear the subtle music coming from the speakers, but as the room started…

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Remodeling your bath for living in place

By Larry Abbott - Abbott Contracting

By Larry Abbott, Abbott Contracting, CAPS We are redefining what it means to age. Today’s aging population is in better physical condition and more active than generations that came before.  Still, as we age, mobility and vision issues can be a cause for concern.  Bathrooms can be one of the most dangerous places for an…

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Own Your Energy-Power Your World

By Jared Porche - Generator Industries

By Jared Porche of Generator Industries In times like these, one of the reasons homeowners decide to purchase standby generators is for peace of mind. For those who work from home or run a business out of their home, investing in a standby generator will safeguard your income and your business from costly power outages. The typical…

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Remodeling Decisions

By Larry Abbott - Abbott Contracting

By Larry Abbott of Abbott Contracting Are you planning to tackle some simple home renovations or possibly considering a partial or complete remodel of your entire house? How do you choose which home improvements to make with the budget you have in mind? If your home is older and feels cramped, it may benefit from…

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Roof?

By Michael Souter - Caliber Construction Group

By Michael Souter of Caliber Construction Group/Certified Restoration According to the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB), the typical lifetime of an asphalt shingle roof is 20 years.  In Houston we experience extreme weather events along with extreme temperature’s; heavy rains, hurricanes, high winds, hail storms and tornados. It is suggested to have your roof inspected regularly.…

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Design with wellness lighting in mind

By Luis Cortes - Echo Workshop

By Luis Cortes of Echo Workshop Sunrise at the beach playing in the sand, jumping into the water, and feeling the sun upon your back. Mid-day at the park throwing the Frisbee, barefoot on the grass while feeling the breeze upon your face as it rustles the nearby trees.  Sunset at the lake with the…

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Custom Cabinetry Provides More Possibilities

By John Gillette - Craftsmanship By John, Inc.

John Gillette, President of Craftsmanship By John, Inc. Sometimes you have a remodeling idea that can’t be bought ready-made. Right now there are dominant remodeling trends in kitchen and bathroom cabinetry choices for homeowners.  While simple, clean, streamlined cabinetry is currently popular, homeowners may also desire unique customized cabinet styles with features that make a…

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Save money with these watering tips

By Jesse Engebretson - Green Edge Sprinklers

Plants absorb water through the roots. Deep infrequent watering creates deep roots. Shallow frequent watering creates short roots. As water evaporates from the surface of the soil, short rooted plants and lawns will need water more often. Did you know that 50-60% of your irrigation can be lost to evaporation? Whenever possible, water between midnight…

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Improve Your World, Improve Your Home

By Kevin Vick - Vick Construction & Remodeling

Mice with diabetes https://africarx.co.za/ successfully treated with electromagnetic fields. Email This BlogThis! By Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling 2020 has arrived, and a New Year is usually the time when we make resolutions to improve our lives. What do you want to accomplish in this new year? Is it time for a fresh…

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