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Working as a team with remodeler is a win-win

By Sophia Vassiliou - Sophia Designs

Having the knowledge and expertise of a remodeler and designer offers a unique opportunity to homeowners and creates a strong partnership. Remodelers and builders wear a variety of hats – from project manager to designer to accountant – so they appreciate the involvement of a professional interior designer, sharing the same objectives for each project.…

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Curb Appeal – Landscape

By Mike Sperber - Nature’s Guardian Inc

Mike Sperber of Nature’s Guardian Inc To provide proper landscape care for your property it is important to evaluate your properties eco-system. There are factors to manage such as soil, flora and fauna as well as climate conditions to be able to allow for optimum plant growth.   Nature’s Guardian in committed to nurturing your landscape…

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Red Thread Disease

By Mike Sperber - Nature’s Guardian Inc

Extended periods of cool wet weather can result in red thread lawn disease caused by the lawn fungus Laetisaria fuciformis. This lawn disease inflicts its most damage during mid- to late spring and late summer to early fall. The fungi live in the soil and thatch layer and feed off the grass by drawing nutrients…

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What do Homeowners want in master bath remodel

By John Gillette - Craftsmanship By John, Inc.

Bathrooms are functional spaces, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a statement with design.  Right now, the most popular design styles for bathrooms are transitional and contemporary.  Transitional design is a blend of modern and traditional elements.  It is a timeless look, a blending of old and new with a relaxed feel. Lighter colors…

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Going Beyond the Basics When Choosing a Remodeler

By Lorraine Hart - Ideal Consulting

Choosing the right professionals is more than just finding the remodeler or designer with the lowest price.  It is even more important that the company you choose to work with is the right company for you. This article will focus on choosing the remodeler who is right for you so that you, your family and…

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Sprinkler Watering Issues

By Jesse Engebretson - Green Edge Sprinklers

Jesse Engbretson of Greenedge Sprinklers Much of the water applied to lawns and gardens never gets absorbed by the plants. Common ways that water is wasted include: Runoff. Applying water too rapidly causes runoff, because grass and plants can only absorb so much water at a time. When runoff occurs, soil, fertilizers, and pesticides can…

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Be on the lookout for this remodeling trend

By Kevin Vick - Vick Construction & Remodeling

In the remodeling industry trends may come and go quite quickly.  Lately, some style trends seem to be, sticking around longer and are even gaining in popularity.  For example, homeowners are frequently requesting remodels in the Transitional design style. This style provides a timeless look with a relaxed feel and provides features such as open…

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Look for Signs it’s time to Renovate your Kitchen

By Dan Bawden - Legal Eagle Contractors

Due to the high rate of use, wear and tear and changing of design trends, kitchens tend to be updated every 10 to 15 years. Following are some signs that may suggest it may be time for a kitchen remodel. It’s Outdated Over the last 20 years, kitchens have become the focal point of the home.…

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Bathroom Remodel Considerations

By Joanne Bechhoff - G.B. Construction

Bathrooms are one of the most frequented rooms in any home. As a result they are also one of the most renovated spaces. Bathrooms are subject to a lot of wear and tear that many were designed to handle. There are many considerations when taking on a bathroom remodel. Here are five (5) you may…

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Design Finishes First

By Sophia Vassiliou - Sophia Designs

“Finishes” are items specified to the homeowner by the designer and can include choices from a total color palette, furniture, window treatments and lighting fixtures, to cabinet hardware.  Specifying finishes with a designer during the initial phase of your project benefits everyone. When working with remodeler or builder, a designer foresees needs or thinks about things you may overlook, before construction begins. For example, if your sofa is floating in the…

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