Replacing your homes siding is a great way to add a great flair to your home, however, when considering all of the options it can turn into quite a daunting task. Just be sure to consider the main issues when deciding on siding, water resistance, energy efficiency, curb appeal, versatility, durability, and cost. Vinyl : Vinyl siding has been leader of the pack for quite a while due to it’s low cost versatility and easy maintenance. In fact, it’s the number …
Signs of Water Damage in your Home
Water damage in your home is like rust on your car-catastrophic. It’s something that you would like to prevent, but if it does happen, you want it taken care of quickly. Here is a list of signs to watch out for to catch water damage before it gets out of hand. Shape Shifting: Or rather your walls and floors are changing shapes. Water damage signs are easy to spot with carpet. There will be stains with no apparent cause or the …
Different Kinds of Bathrooms
A bathroom is a bathroom, right? Wrong! There are quite a few different types of bathrooms, not to mention how you’re going to set them up and decorate them. Here are the four different bathroom distinctions you’re going to see in the housing market. Full Bathroom (1 Bath) Basically, for it to be a true full bath, it must have 4 key components-a bath, shower, sink, and toilet. The bath and shower can be a combo but it must contain those …
What is an Eat-In Kitchen
An eat-in kitchen is a kitchen that is designed to allow people to eat where the food is made. There are a variety of seating options that will allow diners in the kitchen, ranging from building an extremely large kitchen that comfortably holds a table to creating a casual counter for people to eat at. Here is why Eat-in kitchens have grown in popularity: Added Informal Space Many people may associate the term Eat-in-Kitchen or (EIK in rental and real estate listings) …
Why you should vent your bathroom
The purpose of a venting system in your bathroom is not just to make a lot of noise in a small room. The primary purpose for having an exhaust fan is to get rid of moisture in the bathroom. But, the fans help to control and eliminate bathroom odors. The also add to the safety of the home and its residents by reducing fumes from cleaning products to personal grooming items (like your sister’s hairspray). Odor Control If an unpleasant odor occurs …
What Does an Architect do for you?
Are you ready to build your dream home? Building a home takes time, dedication, and a lot of hard work but it all starts with the plans. Building plans are drawn by an architect. It is their job to take your vision and ideas and put it down on paper. Architects take into consideration building codes, and much more. Here is what an architect does for you: Architects have the knowledge of what it takes to design and build a home safely, …
Your Home Exterior Siding Options
Does your Home Exterior need a face lift? It may be time to look into re-siding your home! Creating the perfect look to your home can be tricky! Especially with so many choices on the market. Not only do you have to consider the price tag you also need to consider the look. We have compiled a list of the most used Home Exterior Siding materials available. Here are the Home Exterior Siding options you have to choose from! Vinyl – This Home Exterior …
Home Build: Designing one that’s Right for YOU
Have you’ve been looking for a house to buy for a while, but nothing seems to fit your wants or needs? It might be a good idea to consider a home build. Consider designing and building your own home or designing a renovation to make your current home fit your needs . But, what’s involved in building? Every building experience is unique, but we will give you a general idea about how the design process should go. Step 1: Preliminary research …
What is a Master Ensuite and why you need one
We all hear the word ensuite when it comes to home features. It is on the real estate listings and featured on property renovation and buying shows. But what is it really? And why are they so popular? Ensuites (sometimes mis-spelled as “onsuites” or “on suites”) have been popular since the 1950s. In real estate, ensuites (en suite or attached bath) are bathrooms that are connected to a bedroom. En-suite literally means “in the room”, but now the combined word usually refers to a bathroom …
Always Use A Licensed Contractor
Ready to start your home remodel or house build? Let’s get going…wait, hold on a second! There is something you should know: ALWAYS HIRE A LICENSED CONTRACTOR! It is important to always use a licensed contractor for your home remodel, home addition or home building. Laws differ from state to state but a contractor license is needed to protect you, the homeowner, and the contractor. Here is why you should never use an unlicensed contractor: Are they knowledgeable: A contractor without a license makes …