Remodeling Blog
Stay on top of the latest residential & commercial remodeling trends.
By:
Kevin Ahern
February 4th, 2016
Your dining room is one of the centerpieces of your home. It's where you entertain guests, have family dinners and eat countless home cooked meals. When you choose to remodel your dining room, getting it right is important. These tips will help you make your dining room the perfect spot for entertaining and spending hours together with loved ones.
By:
Kevin Ahern
January 28th, 2016
Modern building and decorating styles focus on open spaces, hand-crafted design elements and use of natural materials. The modern aesthetic is tasteful, functional and elegant. If you're hoping to emulate a modern style home, consider the following trends for your upcoming remodel or home building project.
See how you can get the best return on investment from your next home remodel by knowing exactly what to expect and how to prepare.
By:
Kevin Ahern
January 19th, 2016
Ice dams are like the scourge of homeowners in cold weather climates, and can cause hundreds or thousands of dollars in water damage if not corrected early. Knowing how to prevent ice dams and what you can do to stop the damage if an ice dam forms will help you make it through the long winter without an expensive repair bill.
By:
Kevin Ahern
January 12th, 2016
Hardwood is a valued flooring material coveted by many homeowners. The timelessness and beauty of hardwood is difficult to beat: it never seems to go out of style or lose appeal. If you’re a homeowner thinking about installing hardwood floors in your home, it helps to understand the range of options available to you. Once you know your choices, you can make an informed decision that will help ensure that you buy the best hardwood for your needs.
By:
Kevin Ahern
January 5th, 2016
New homeowners often face a number of challenges before moving into their new home. If you're a new homeowner, it helps to know what challenges you can expect to encounter at your new property, so you can avoid problems.
By:
Kevin Ahern
December 29th, 2015
This may come as a surprise, but modern and traditional design sensibilities are not mutually exclusive. In fact, it's possible to redesign your home so that it features the best of both worlds. By picking and choosing compatible designs, your home can have the comfort and attractiveness of a modern home, while still retaining some traditional design elements.
By:
Kevin Ahern
December 17th, 2015
A residential remodel can be so exciting that many homeowners want to jump right in and get started. Before a contractor can break ground on a home addition or tear down walls, you'll need to prepare yourself and your home for the coming changes.
By:
Kevin Ahern
December 15th, 2015
Renovations can reveal problems homeowners didn't even know they had--particularly in older homes. This means that remodeling older homes can be tricky, and often some preparations are necessary before the homeowner can move forward. Below we've listed the 5 most common remodeling problems with older homes. If you're a homeowner of an older property and you're thinking about taking on a renovation, it's important to consider these potential issues.
By:
Kevin Ahern
December 8th, 2015
Are you remodeling your kitchen soon? Now is the time to think about your backsplash and what you want it to look like. Traditional tile backsplashes are attractive and functional, but many homeowners enjoy transforming their backsplash into a beautiful accent piece, or even a work of art. In this post, we'll explore all the ways that your backsplash can enhance the appearance of your kitchen.
By:
Kevin Ahern
December 3rd, 2015
Nothing stands out in home décor like custom millwork. The warmth and beauty of real wood has a timelessness that increases the value of your home as it adds to the aesthetic quality of your home’s interior. Millwork is varied in functionality and can appear on any part of your home. We’re posting this list of ways that you can use millwork in your home so you can make an informed decision as you decide which type of millwork is best for your needs.
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