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Extra space, I think we all are always on the eternal quest on how to get more, specifically in our homes, whether for stretching out or for storing “stuff”. Lately, I have been on a garage conversion, attic conversion, and garage addition rampage to help clients achieve just that, the incorporation of more or additional…
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Home offices are becoming less of a luxury and more of a necessity with more people telecommuting or running their own businesses from their homes. The number of Americans who work from home is in the millions, and with the rising cost of gas and increased traffic causing longer commutes, that number is likely to…
Read MoreHow “handy” is your handyman? Beware of the handyman, especially those that claim they can fix “anything.” Not to disrespect handymen because there are many out there that can do an array of construction tasks in a professional manner. Many have integrity and are very talented. However, keep in mind that every handyman may not…
Read MoreRobert Krendel, R.A. Krendel Contracting, Inc. Because so many of our clients have expressed an interest in Green Remodeling, Bob has successfully completed NARI’s Green Remodeling education program. Our approach is to first understand your goals for sustainability and then educate you on the complete range of products and technologies that are currently available. We have experience with a…
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Mike Sperber, President of Nature’s Guardian Inc. The Southern Pine Beetle is a bark beetle that infests pine trees. The beetle is the size of a grain of rice and red brown in color. They are generally found in southern states and have always been the most destructive pests of southern pine forests. In recent…
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Steven Kennaugh, Jack Berleth & Sons Outdoor plumbing is an essential part of your outdoor space transformation plans. When determining what your outdoor entertaining needs are, think about; how often you will be entertaining and how many people you will be entertaining. Planning your utility needs early and properly is important to make sure you have everything needed…
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Jesse Engebretson, President of Green Edge Sprinklers Irrigation systems need regular maintenance to keep them working efficiently year after year. Damage from lawn equipment or improper winterization can cause leaks and other serious problems. Inspect your system monthly. Check for leaks, broken or clogged sprinkler heads, and other problems. Clean clogged screens and microirrigation filters as needed. Adjust sprinkler…
Read MoreDavid Miller DDS, Commack Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons How to get wiser without wisdom … Wisdom teeth do not improve with age. A common refrain from the parents of teenagers is that they have big mouths. Although that might be true, those mouths are usually not big enough for wisdom teeth to grow. Early extraction…
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As a homeowner, I can say our family spends a considerable amount of time in our kitchen. This is both as a family and a gathering place when friends come over as well. As a contractor, we spend a considerable amount of time helping our clients make their kitchen comfy, inviting, and functional. With proper…
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The Remodelers Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) was honored with a national award, the Council Award for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence (CADREs), for outstanding membership recruitment and retention from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers. The awards were announced during NAHB Remodelers annual awards presentation at the 2018 International Builders’ Show…
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