Lack of Communication
I have to admit as a contractor and life long do-it-myself guy I live in a little bubble and only get to see one side of the remodeling process. Sure I deal with sub-contractors for plumbing,...
View ArticleWhat To Expect From Your Home Remodeling Project
Remodeling a kitchen, bathroom or other large part of your home can be a long, dirty and sometimes crazy experience. It’s best to go into this process well aware that things don’t always go right,...
View ArticleHow Much Will Remodeling My Kitchen Increase My Home’s Value?
A few years ago this seemed to be all that some people cared about. During the housing boom it seemed you could spend $50,000 on a kitchen and get a $70,000 increase in you homes appraisal. Those...
View ArticleCountertop Options For Your Kitchen Remodel
I’m often asked which kitchen countertop material is best. Best is always a relative term in my opinion. You’ll have to look at several factors and decide what’s best for you. Three big factors are...
View ArticleHow Much Should Your Bathroom Remodel Cost?
I just read an interesting article from “The Street” on how much your bathroom remodel should cost. You can read the full article yourself here. The article is based on information from Houzz.com....
View ArticleUniversal Design Concepts In Kitchen Remodeling
In my last post I gave a bit of an overview of what Universal Design is and how it can be implemented in a remodel to make the home more user friendly for everyone who lives there. This week I would...
View ArticleWhat Is Universal Design Anyway?
Recently I completed a certification class from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, or NARI, for Universal Design. For any of you who have received e-mails from me you may have...
View ArticleCommunication Is Key To A Smooth Remodeling Project
Today I just wanted to share a good article on Houzz.com about communicating with your contractor. I don’t agree 100% with all of them but there is a lot of truth to it most of it. Although we pride...
View ArticleThe Ups & Downs Of A Kitchen Remodel
We’ve all watched the TV shows where in a half our they can transform an old nasty kitchen into an award winning work of art. So how long does it really take to remodel a kitchen? Well, the answer...
View ArticleRemodeling Projects Take Time To Plan, Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute!
Lately I’ve noticed an uptick in interest from people who have decided they are staying in their homes and it’s time to remodel to make it more livable for them. This is great! Unfortunately I’ve...
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