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 …
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 …
Choosing the Right Contractor for you
Are you ready to get your home remodel started but don’t know where to begin? It’s best to keep in mind that all contractors may not be the best fit for your project. For instance, a contractor might not be specialized in additions but are specialized in outdoor patios. It is important to check with contractors and see what or if they specialize in a certain area before signing a contract. Here is a list that showcases the way you should hire a …
The Butler Pantry vs The Walk in Pantry
One thing people look for in their home is extra storage space! Especially when it comes to the kitchen You can get extra space through a series of intricate shelves and racks inside your cabinets, or you can add an addition for storage and prep. But which option should you choose? A Butler Pantry or a Walk in Pantry? So what is a Butler Pantry? A butler pantry is basically a kitchen within a kitchen. Its purpose is to allow you to do food preparation …
Load Bearing Wall: the backbone to your home
So, you’re looking around your house one day and realize your home would feel much more open if you could remove one of the walls. Your kitchen could be more open, or you could make a master bedroom if only there wasn’t that wall between the two small bedrooms. But, can you remove that wall? The answer is yes, unless it’s a load bearing wall. What is a load bearing wall? These walls are instrumental to preventing your home from collapsing. Load …
Home Remodel: Managing Expectations
You have the design, you have the permits and you are ready to see your vision of a perfect Home Remodel begin! During the process of a Home Remodel there are several conditions or delays to expect. Here are the most common: DUST: Construction causes dust. The daily dust control that a contractor does will not prevent dust from migrating throughout your home. Construction causes debris and dust so be prepared! DELAYS: There will be several times there are delays in the …
Insured and Licensed are Tried and True
Owning a house is one thing but have you made it a home? Many times when you purchase a house you are trying to get the most for your budget and sacrifice the design features you desire. Lucky for home owners #DreamHomes can become a reality through #HomeRemodeling. When you begin this journey you have a treasure trove of ideas and expectations to be met and of course the biggest factor is the BUDGET! When it comes to skimming the fat off …
Permits: Here’s When You Need Them
As a #HomeOwner there are several times you will need a permit to build on your property. While every city, town and county has different codes then all require permits in some fashion or another. Here are some of the main #HomeImprovements that require a permit. 1. Plumbing/Electrical: Generally speaking any major changes to these systems in your home will require a permit and an inspection to ensure they are functioning properly and follow the correct codes. This can sometimes include the …