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Saving Energy and Money in the Kitchen
The cost of energy is going up and you are probably seeking ways to lower your utility costs. You’ve probably already installed low energy light bulbs, low flow commodes, and low flow shower heads. Now what?
If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen, we have a couple of suggestions for improving your energy usage as [...]
Living with your home sweet home – The Kitchen Series
If you are like most home owners, you are opting for affordable home updates over expensive renovations. With the real estate market in shambles, homeowners today are seeking ways to improve the comfort and function of their living space without breaking the bank.
When considering “updating your home”, a kitchen [...]
Looking for ways to increase your home value?
Are you pondering “how to increase your home value” or develop additional front curb appeal?
The front porch still has a connection to the hearts of every American. When looking for ways to increase the selling value, nothing says home sweet home like a cozy chair on a covered porch. Recently CNN Money concluded adding a [...]
Mastering Bathroom Remodel for Wheelchair Accessibility
Making adjustments to your bathroom becomes necessary when a family member suddenly becomes wheel chair bound or needs care and your home is the best solution. This is a time when your house will need some adjustments to make your life easier.
Measure your current bathroom. One of the first decisions to be made is if [...]
Installing radiant floor heat warms your toes.
This client, a retired widow; wanted to create a lasting barrier free bathroom with a large curb-less shower, and very open Master Bathroom floor plan. She was concerned the regular floor vent wasn’t going to heat the space as warm as she would prefer. Radiant floor heat was the answer for a warm room, [...]
Backyard Projects That Improve Living and Home Value
February is a great time to plan your up coming backyard projects. Here are four smart ideas to help improve your yard and home value. With spots of sun in the sky the desire to hit the back yard is strong.
Add a gazebo for shade
Add step stones or walkway to tie the yard together
A new [...]
Remodeling Tips in a Slow Economy
As a homeowner you may be asking is 2010 the year to remodel the kitchen, or add the new space for the family room? If the answer is yes, then here are some tips that can help make your project easier, quicker, or less expensive.
During lean times, like our current recession, contractors have cut staff [...]
