Avoiding a Renovation Nightmare
The New York Times recently published an article all about renovation nightmares and problems with contractors. It unfortunately painted a negative image on the remodeling process and focused mainly on legal and financial reparations after a project was completed. There is so much more that could have been written stating facts of how to ensure […]
Storm damage? Insurance claims? How do you navigate the process?
There has been no shortage of fallen trees lately and it is certainly keeping the insurance adjusters busy and homeowners stressed out. We work with our clients regularly on insurance claims and it can be a daunting process for the homeowners, most of which have never dealt with such a process before. So how do […]
A Summer Kitchen Remodel Means Eating Out Less
One of the most frequently asked questions when we meet with folks considering a Kitchen Remodel is “What do we do without a Kitchen?” It’s a great question and one could respond in many ways. My first instinct is to just eat out for every meal but with two kids under the age of three, […]
Thinking of Remodeling? Why Not Just Move?
The thought of going without your kitchen for 8 weeks or without your master bath for 6 weeks can be a daunting one. You look around your house and think to yourself, “we really need to remodel everything.” The mere thought of such an endeavor can be highly stressful and you haven’t even discussed it […]
What is “Site Prep”?
If you have done any remodeling in the past you have likely experienced dust like you never thought possible. How did Great Aunt Betty’s fine china in the Dining Room get covered in dust when we are remodeling the Master Bathroom? Great question! There will always be dust during a remodeling project, that we can’t deny. The […]
What’s More Frustrating, Golf or Remodeling?
Those of us who have either attempted to learn golf, or have played golf for decades, certainly know how frustrating a day on the golf course can be. You can take thousands of dollars in lessons and still manage to take out a window on one of those fine homes on the fairway. Why is […]
Focus on the Negatives to Achieve Positive Outcomes
There are a lot of folks out there comfortable in their homes but blind to the desperate situation they are in. If you are in a 10-15 year old suburban subdivision, it is likely there are things that are in dire need of remodeling. It is not just a matter of styles and finishes, we […]
How Does a Design-Build Firm Save You Time and Money?
Many people feel they will have enough time to plan and develop a remodeling project on their own. They come to this conclusion after an in depth analysis of the time and money involved to have someone else do it for them. Unfortunately, the true costs are higher than most folks may realize. Take a […]
A New Kitchen for Thanksgiving? Not This Year….
We have all heard close friends and family member’s stories of the Kitchen that just didn’t get finished before the Holidays. If you or your spouse have the lofty goal of completing that new dream kitchen for Thanksgiving dinner this year, you will likely find yourself in the same boat. Let’s start with a targeted […]