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By John Gillette, Craftsmanship By John, Inc. We’ve all heard horror stories of remodeling projects gone wrong. The project took months longer than estimated, came in way over budget, and the client wasn’t happy with the work product in the end. Why do these projects veer off course? The client likely didn’t pick the right…
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Mike Sperber of Nature’s Guardian Inc. Did you know that proper landscape design can lower your energy bills? Solar heat absorbed through windows and roofs can increase cooling costs, and incorporating shade from landscaping elements can help reduce this solar heat gain. Trees are available in the appropriate sizes, densities, and shapes for almost any…
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Robert Boyle of RB Irrigation – Article in Dan’s Papers When it comes to a home’s irrigation system, improved technology can help you conserve water and save money. Now, more than ever, you can find irrigation products that use Wi-Fi technology, such as irrigation controllers, flow meters and rain/freeze sensors. This technology has app-based capability…
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Nora Kleczka of Ideal Consulting Services, Inc. It’s not easy to decide whether you should remodel your home or if it makes more sense to move. As you contemplate the advantages and disadvantages of moving vs. remodeling, there are definite factors to consider. These factors will depend on several things including your age and the age…
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By Dan Bawden of Legal Eagle Contractors, Co. Did you know that the right doors and windows can help to prevent in-home accidents, improve living conditions, and provide safety? Leveraging the power of universal design for your doors and windows makes sense in a world where life consistently throws unexpected curveballs. From that skiing trip…
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By Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling Just as a business usually has a business plan a homeowner needs a home renovation plan when embarking on a remodeling project. There are several important things to consider when planning your project, even before hiring a remodeling professional. Think about your needs, what you want…
Read MoreJesse Engbretson of Greenedge 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?…
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Robert of RB Irrigation Article published in Dan’s Papers Your garden isn’t necessarily over when summer ends. Fall’s cooler weather is a good time to plant trees, shrubs and evergreens as well as spring flowering bulbs, such as tulips and daffodils. It is a good time to inspect your property and take note of trees and plantings…
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By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services When it’s time to remodel, it is important to search for a professional remodeler with good credentials. Depending on the type of contractor you are looking for, that may mean being members of industry trade organizations, having various certifications that demonstrate their expertise and any required licenses and insurances.…
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Vanessa Vacek, Remodelers of Houston Is it time to remodel a bathroom in your home? Does it desperately need an update? Do you long for a larger, functional and relaxing space? Or if you plan on aging in place you may want accessibility, comfort and safety. Whatever your reasons are, all it takes is a…
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