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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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A Remodeler’s Christmas Miracle

By Lorraine Hart - Ideal Consulting

Working with remodelers I often hear stories of woe.  Difficulties meeting project deadlines because of various reasons include; weather, delays in getting materials or homeowner changes to the original plan. However, it is rare to hear of a perfect project.  THE STORY Will Cole, owner of Divine Renovation, recounts a Christmas miracle that occurred in…

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Designing with Chemical Sensitivities in Mind

By Dan Bawden - Legal Eagle Contractors

Dan Bawden, Legal Eagle Contractors, Co. Most remodeling design projects begin by drafting and prioritizing the homeowner’s wish list. At the top of the list you will typically find more storage, better lighting, updated finishes, etc. However, when a homeowner has Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS), the priorities change with indoor air quality and chemical free…

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The Many Benefits of Outdoor Living Spaces

By David Norman - Caliber Construction Group

By David Norman of Caliber Construction Group/Certified Restoration Outdoor living spaces can not only be a great home investment, but also be one of the most important investments you ever make. An investment in your family! With the advent of furthering technology families and people in general are spending less time with each other and…

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Three Steps to a Successful Project Start

By Joanne Bechhoff - G.B. Construction

January has always been a time for setting goals.  For those whose goals are home related such as a remodel project or building a new home, this is the perfect time of year to start your planning. The design phase of a project can take anywhere from a couple of weeks to several months depending…

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