Own Your Energy-Power Your World

By Jared Porche of Generator Industries In times like these, one of the reasons homeowners decide to purchase standby generators is for peace of mind. For those who work from home or run a business out of their home, investing in a standby generator will safeguard your income and your business from costly power outages. The typical…

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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…

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Should 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.…

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Custom 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…

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A Remodeler’s Christmas Miracle

Working with remodelers I often hear stories of woe.  Difficulties meeting project deadlines because of various reasons include; weather, delays in getting materials or homeowner changes to the original plan. However, it is rare to hear of a perfect project.  THE STORY Will Cole, owner of Divine Renovation, recounts a Christmas miracle that occurred in…

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Designing 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…

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