Renovation
If It’s Too Good to be True
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…
Read MoreRoom Additions: 3 Top Reasons To” Improve” Rather Than “Move”
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…
Read MoreIncrease your enjoyment of your home while increasing its value
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…
Read MoreBring the acrylic bubble skylight to the 21st century
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…
Read MoreChoosing a General Contractor
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…
Read MoreRemodeling Older Homes
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…
Read MoreOvercoming remodeling challenges
It is not unusual for people to feel stressed when simply thinking about the prospect of remodeling, but it doesn’t have to be that way. When you are looking for a remodeling professional there are some preliminary steps you can take to put your mind at ease. Check out the company’s rating on the Better…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Remodeling Estimating Process
When planning any home remodeling project, it is imperative that you have a clear idea of what you want to accomplish. It is important to set and communicate your goals and expectations to your designer and remodeler up front. After that, you can verify that those same goals and expectations are in the proposal. If…
Read MoreRebuilding After a Hurricaine
You are all cleaned up, drying out and waiting for your adjuster… Get a file folder, note pad or computer/phone for recordkeeping. Having everything organized in one place will make it much easier. Be sure to put a price value on everything. If you don’t remember the value or have a receipt, Google it or…
Read MoreLong-Distance Remodeling
Perhaps you are moving out of state, buying another home in a different state or remodeling your own home while overseas. Long-distance remodeling occurs more often than you might think. Although it may be difficult to imagine remodeling from afar, it can be advantageous to you and your family. The right remodeling team will be…
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