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Remodeling Decisions
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…
Read MoreShould You Repair or Replace Your Roof?
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.…
Read MoreCustom Cabinetry Provides More Possibilities
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…
Read MoreImprove Your World, Improve Your Home
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…
Read MoreDesigning with Chemical Sensitivities in Mind
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…
Read MoreThree Steps to a Successful Project Start
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…
Read MoreAdding The Space You Need – Building On Up
By Shawn Vacek, Remodelers of Houston A home addition can be a very valuable remodeling project for your home. If you have a one or one and a half story home and you need extra space it may be worth considering building up rather than out. If you have a growing family and too few…
Read MoreEffective Planning is the Key to Effective Renovation
By Kevin Vick of Vick Construction & Remodeling Just as a business usually has a business plan a homeowner needs a home renovation plan when embarking on a remodeling project. There are several important things to consider when planning your project, even before hiring a remodeling professional. Think about your needs, what you want…
Read MoreHealthy Home Design
According to studies and reporting by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), we spend a staggering 90 percent of our time indoors. Concentrations of some pollutants are often 2 to 5 times higher than typical outdoor concentrations. Most pollutants affecting indoor air quality come from sources inside buildings, although some originate outdoors. In an average…
Read MoreMaximize your storage space
Here are some ideas to maximize storage space when remodeling apartments such as condos and co-ops. Kitchen: Open shelving in kitchens or glass cabinet fronts create an illusion of a larger space.Toe kick heaters to eliminate baseboard heat.Peninsula or movable island if there is no room for a permanent island Bathrooms: Shower/tub comb? Remove the…
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