Renovation
Let Mirrors Make a Statement
By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services Even though mirrors are thought of as a practical use for personal grooming, they can also add a good deal of elegance and style whether it be traditional or contemporary to any room in your home. Mirrors can be used in smaller areas to give the illusion of…
Read MorePremodel before the Remodel
By Larry Abbott of Abbott Contracting If you are considering any home improvement project, you’ll have several decisions to make before the work starts. Whether you are remodeling your whole house, or a room or two, you will need to think about removing clutter and clearing the space. Depending on the size and type of…
Read MoreFinding the Right Fit When Choosing a Remodeler
By John Gillette, Craftsmanship By John, Inc. We’ve all heard horror stories of remodeling projects gone wrong. The project took months longer than estimated, came in way over budget, and the client wasn’t happy with the work product in the end. Why do these projects veer off course? The client likely didn’t pick the right…
Read MoreShould You Remodel or Move?
Nora Kleczka of Ideal Consulting Services, Inc. It’s not easy to decide whether you should remodel your home or if it makes more sense to move. As you contemplate the advantages and disadvantages of moving vs. remodeling, there are definite factors to consider. These factors will depend on several things including your age and the age…
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 MoreGet Ready to Remodel Your Bathroom
Vanessa Vacek, Remodelers of Houston Is it time to remodel a bathroom in your home? Does it desperately need an update? Do you long for a larger, functional and relaxing space? Or if you plan on aging in place you may want accessibility, comfort and safety. Whatever your reasons are, all it takes is a…
Read MoreConsider Storm Windows
By Stacy Argo of A-Plus Glass Services Windows are extremely susceptible to wind damage and become vulnerable to repeat damage caused by multiple storms. Single pane windows are not as strong or as energy efficient as double pane windows. However, the seal separating the two panes can fail on double pane windows, allowing outside air and…
Read MoreHome Remodeling Software Helps Homeowners Too
Divine Renovation With practically everyone using cell phones and electronic devices to get their information quickly and conveniently, many home remodeling contractors are also keeping up with the trend to go digital. There are countless construction software programs and online platforms available for remodelers and builders to streamline their project management. These programs help to…
Read More2019 Chrysalis Awards (Southern Region)
77 companies from across the United States were named winners at the 2019 Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence. The entries were judged on overall design, the creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure. Craftsmanship by John – 2019 Chrysalis Award for Addition over $250,000 Legal…
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…
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