Renovating your basement is a cost-effective project that causes very little disturbance to the rest of your home. And it’s a good way to maximize square footage while minimizing the need to break through walls and/or extend the roof line. But before you get started there are some things to watch out for.
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Remodeling your bathroom gives you a chance to create a bathroom that fits your lifestyle and dreams. Time spent carefully considering all the options available to you is time well-spent. The first thing you need to do when considering a bathroom renovation is to look at the room with…
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Avoid Surprises: Starting any renovation project can be a scary thing – after all once you’ve started there’s no turning back. Unexpected problems can lead to rising costs and unforeseen delays – that’s why it’s so important to take the time to plan out your project as thoroughly as you can. Following is a list [read more]
Your kitchen is probably the most used room in your house. Poor layout, inadequate lighting, cramped spaces, outdated fixtures and old cabinetry are common reasons for remodeling. Before you decide to renovate your kitchen it’s important to clearly… Read more…
A good kitchen remodel instantly raises the value of your home, provides you with a more effective cooking space, and makes you the envy of all your friends. I emphasized “good” because a poorly done remodel won’t increase the value of your home and may even decrease it, depending on how poorly it’s been done. [read more]
To help you decide where your biggest remodeling payoff will be here’s some data collected through surveys on home improvement websites, and by questioning appraisers and others about the costs and average return on investment for each project…
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The planning’s done and you’re excited about seeing your dreams become a reality. All that’s left to do is call your contractor and let him know that you’re…
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Now’s the time to take all your ideas and get them down on paper so that your contractor can create a finished project that’s in line with your dreams. Nothing is worse that paying for a renovation that’s nothing like what you’d been dreaming of.
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For most of us it’s just part of who we are – to look for the lowest price – whether it’s for the every day things of life or a new car. But sadly, as many of us have experienced, the least expensive item is not necessarily the best choice.
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Now that you’ve figured out why you’re renovating and whether or not it will pay for itself – if and when you decide to sell – it’s time to start the next stage of your planning.
There’s a lot to think about when developing a renovation plan – so to help you get started…
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