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.
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.
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.
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.
Winter is coming fast! Now is the time of year when many homeowners look for ways to save money on their heating bills. There are many ways--big and small--that you can make your home more energy efficient. The following methods will help you seal your home's envelope and reduce inefficiency in your home's heating system, so you can spend less money on utility bills this winter.
With the sun going down early every night, winter is a dark time. It's also a time when people in Connecticut are stuck indoors a lot, where it can seem even darker than usual. You can make your time inside more pleasant for yourself if you can find ways to make your home brighter and more cheerful. These 6 tips will help.
Winter is on its way, so now is the time to inspect and service the systems that protect your home from cold temperatures and winter precipitation. This checklist will help you stay on track as you prepare for the cold and snow to come.
Litchfield Builders is happy to announce that we have won the 2015 Outstanding Residential Remodel Award at the Home Builders Industry Awards ceremony. Check out the Slide Share below and see the amazing elements of this remodel that helped us to win this award!
Modern building styles focus on functionality and simplicity of design. Found in residential spaces, modern designs tend to make rooms look bigger, spacious and uncluttered. If you're hoping to capture a sense of modernity in your living room during your upcoming remodel, these tips will help.
Winter is a wonderful time to take on big interior home improvement projects! It's the slow season for contractors, which means that availability is good and schedules are wide open. If you're considering which home improvement projects are the best for completing at this chilly time of year, take a look at some of our suggestions.
So you’re remodeling your kitchen and you’d like to go modern. But what is modern, and how can modern be achieved? These 5 tips will help you make dramatic, sweeping changes to help you achieve a clean, modern aesthetic kitchen.
