The Modern American Kitchen- How to Design the Perfect Social Space

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The days of the kitchen being a tucked away room limited to preparing meals are long gone.  We used to entertain family and guests in the dining room and living quarters while using the kitchen as the ‘back of house’ room they never needed to see.  The modern kitchen serves multiple functions including that of a… Read more »

Easy Repairs For Kitchen Cabinets

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If your to-do list seems never-ending, it may be a good idea to start with the little things. Ironically, sometimes the little things bug us the most. When it comes to kitchen cabinets, that door that just will not close or the one that always slams can be one of the most annoying things. Here… Read more »

What you Need to Know About Insulating the Attic

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Do you ever find that the temperature in your house does not feel the same in every room? Is your heating or cooling bill much higher than you would like? Does your roof usually end up with an ice dam in the winter time? Are some walls in your house very cold or hot? If… Read more »

Best Practices for Basement Insulation

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Installing basement insulation is different than insulating other places in the house because of the likelihood of mold forming.  Strangely enough, concrete acts like a sponge since it is extremely porous.  Due to its porous nature, you use foam board to insulate instead of fiberglass.   Make Sure Everything Stays Dry: The first thing you… Read more »

How to Get a Basement Remodeling Estimate

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It can be intimidating to find an estimate for remodeling your basement.  Start by understanding that total costs can run anywhere from $5,000 to $60,000.  Most of that cost is labor.  So, if part of the project is simple, it may be wise to complete it yourself.  Unfortunately, the combination of knowledge required often calls for a… Read more »