Articles

Infuse your family’s culture into your home

By Kathy Anderson - Eklektik Interiors

Tradition and culture contribute to our sense of comfort, belonging, and unique social identity. Finding ways to infuse your combined family culture into your home décor will ensure your home is a true reflection of everyone that lives under your roof and a safe, wonderful place you long to be.  Recognizing what is most important…

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Design Build – One Stop Shopping

By Will Cole - Divine Renovation

Design-Build process offers homeowners “one-stop-shopping”. A design build remodeling company provides all design, product selections and construction services for a range of residential projects. Popular types of projects include bathroom remodels, kitchen remodeling and whole house remodels. The Design Build process combines the design, product selection and construction aspects of the project into one entity. This streamlines the whole…

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Avoid DIY Remodeling Disasters

By Jeff Reina - Trifection Remodeling and Construction

In this era of social media and reality TV, homeowners often attempt to tackle major remodeling projects on their own.  These “Do It Yourselfers” discover inspiration and confidence on HGTV, Houzz or YouTube.  Certain projects can appear relatively simple and fun during edited or vendor-sponsored programming.  Plus, the idea of saving money by performing the…

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The Bathroom – The Most Important Room

By Wayne Ball - Lone Star Building & Construction Services, Inc.

The kitchen is often referred to as the “heart” of the home. It is considered to be the favorite room in a home. Sure, you need a place to cook your food, but when it comes to an area that makes you feel good, the bathroom is the place. It’s a safe space, the one…

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Stormproof Your Home

By Larry Abbott - Abbott Contracting

Hurricane season officially started on June 1st. Houston-area officials are urging residents to prepare and be ready if the worst happens as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts another “above normal” Atlantic hurricane season in 2022. Now is the time to make any preparations that can minimize injury and property damage. Take care of any…

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Follow These Steps For a Successful Project Outcome

By Ike Dadabhoy - Your Dream Remodeling

We all want to have a successful remodeling project outcome. In order for any renovation to go smoothly and successfully, there are several things to consider.  Following are some steps to help ease the process and get the best possible results.  DESIGN CONSULTATION A design consultation is an important first step. Not all projects are the same;…

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Great Tips For Upgrading Your Kitchen

By Dan Bawden - Legal Eagle Contractors

The kitchen is the heart of the home, where many people spend hours and hours of their time. If you’re in the market for a kitchen upgrade, take the opportunity to personalize your kitchen to fit your lifestyle. From cabinetry to appliances to electronics, there are countless ways to make your kitchen work for you.…

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Universal Design Features for Doors & Windows

By Dan Bawden - Legal Eagle Contractors

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 that resulted in a six-month stint on crutches,…

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Checklist for Finding a Home Builder or Remodeler

By Jackson Gillette

This checklist will help you select a home builder or home remodeler to remodel or build your home. Contact your local home builders’ association which is the Greater Houston Builders Association. They list the names of member builders and remodelers. You can also ask family, friends or coworkers for recommendations. Make sure the builder or home…

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Buying a Home that Needs Remodeling

By Shawn Vacek - Remodelers of Houston

In this highly competitive seller’s real estate market, many first time and experienced buyers are purchasing homes in need of renovation. According to Realtor.com, in 2021, homes in need of renovation sold at a faster pace than the two prior years. Fixer-upper sales jumped 13.4%, while the dollar volume of those deals surged 40.8% from 2019 to…

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