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I’m sure that we have all heard the expression “it’s too good to be true.” For some, finding something that is “too good to be true” is followed by exuberance or excitement. For many it is followed by skepticism, doubt and caution. But, even when there is disbelief, we often are very tempted to go…
Many of us have been faced with space issues. It may be that we need more space for a growing family, changes in family activities or even opening up our homes to include other family members for extended family living. Although many of us think about expanding to get more room, sometimes you may feel…
Light is becoming a very important design element for homes. When remodeling or building a custom home, planning the placement of natural lighting such as windows, skylights and tubular skylights and is important for your overall comfort, health and productivity. Studies have shown natural lighting creates a more calm and less stressful indoor environment. While…
Your home was perfect and met your family’s needs when you bought it. As the years went by “life happened”. Maybe you want a little more space in your home. Maybe you absolutely love your home, considered moving to a new home due to lack of space, but discovered that it would be far cheaper…
A toilet is a necessary place to “visit” each day for every person on the planet and there is an amazing array of choices in the toilets from across the world. In a surprising number of countries the same crude, porcelain-lined hole in the ground that has been around for centuries is still the common…
There are 2 different methods of ventilation, one is passive and one is active. In either case, all attic ventilation systems need good fresh air intake. With proper intake, the attic can breathe. When an attic breathes, it will be cooler and less humid which in turn reduces your electricity costs. So how does one…
Although most homeowners remodel their homes for their own enjoyment and functionality, we all would like to know that our projects will also result in an increase in the value of our homes. Following are some of the ways you can increase both your enjoyment and the value of your home. Additions When it comes…
Why you should upgrade your old skylights We have a love-hate relationship with some things in life. Old acrylic skylights are one of them. We love the light, the dramatic effect and the openness they bring to our homes. However, we definitely don’t like the way they let heat or cold into our homes, the…
Interviewing a General Contractor… WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO YOU – the first step in selecting a General Contractor is understanding what is important to you. Is the design phase of the project the most important? Are you working within strict time constraints? Do you want to be able to be involved with every aspect of…
The attraction of buying and living in an older home that has features from a particular era is hard for some to resist. If you have purchased an older home and love its character, you may have to make decisions on whether and how it should be restored or remodeled. Older homes often come with…