In the remodeling industry, sometimes architects and design build firms just don’t get along. But we love working with architects, and here’s why. Working with an architect who knows how plans actually get built is the best of all worlds. It can be in-house architects or outside architects – they just need to work with … Continued
Read MoreI just came across a statistic showing that the number of multi-generational homes in the US has risen to a 50-year high. As a home remodeling contractor, this trend isn’t exactly news to me. Even before the recession, more and more home remodeling projects involved creating suites for college grads who returned to live with … Continued
Read MoreOne of the most interesting trends I’m seeing as a kitchen remodeling contractor is this: couples in their 40s and 50s designing kitchens today so the counters, lighting and layouts will continue to accommodate them when they’re in their 70s and 80s. Even if you don’t necessarily plan on being in your current home forever, … Continued
Read MoreWhen you call in a bathroom remodeling contractor, you want more than just a new bathroom. You want a bathroom that looks new, too. Achieving that means doing more than just having new cabinets and fixtures. You also want a fresh look for the “footprint” of your bathroom. Remodeling today is about opening up floor … Continued
Read MoreAs a home remodeling contractor, I was interested in an article I came across on the Motley Fool investment advisor website, and thought homeowners might be interested, too. According to this investment advisory team, “the U.S. housing market is a disaster.” Well, that’s not news. But the article goes on to say, “it may come … Continued
Read More“Smart technologies” give kitchen remodelers a way to delight homeowners with great new functionality plus sleek designs. Plus, many products pack more features into a smaller footprint so that even smaller areas can become true dream kitchens. What are some of the smart technologies capturing the most interest in the kitchen remodeling world? Here are … Continued
Read MoreWhen MSN.com’s real estate team surveyed bathroom remodeling contractors, the responses showed that for many homeowners, trends point to the fact that today’s master bathroom is becoming the new den. No kidding! The master bedroom used to be the ultimate home getaway spot, but now many homeowners are exploring what they can do to remodel … Continued
Read MoreWhat would a professional bathroom remodeler do with your bathroom? A bathroom remodeling contractor with years of experience as should be able to suggest creative ways to use new and traditional products, layout, and design to achieve the look and functionality you want. Here are a few things we like to suggest when working on a bathroom … Continued
Read MoreAs part of re-doing your kitchen, your home remodeler will ask you to select cabinets. There are so many styles to choose from that you won’t find it hard to zero in on cabinets that are perfect for your budget, tastes, and the configuration of your new kitchen. But a question we get a lot … Continued
Read MoreDid you know that a home energy audit can reveal far more than drafts, poor insulation and other energy-robbers? It can also reveal habits – times you use the most energy, rooms you spend the most time in, etc. Even better, it can show you how to turn those home energy habits into a home … Continued
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