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It all starts so innocently. A coat of paint here, some new hardware there. … and then suddenly you’re shopping for new tubs and wondering how you’ll get it through your bathroom door. If you’re starting to “dabble” in home renovations and think you might want to go the extra mile, here’s...

For security and quality, builder-grade windows usually don’t come up to par. Most importantly for homeowners, they’re not energy efficient. Ideally, your windows should save you money on energy and should keep your HVAC system from working overtime. Here’s how you can create an efficient home that saves you money…...

Increasing your home’s energy efficiency can not only lower your electric bills, but they also help save the planet! While there are big changes you can make to drastically reduce your energy consumption, like new vinyl windows, there are also small changes you can make to start saving electricity right now!...

Embarking on a remodeling project can be intimidating, but the end result can be well worth it. As a remodeler with 2+ decades in the game, here are some of the most common reasons why people would opt to remodel their bathroom. Safety Everyone has to use the bathroom; it’s...

When we talk about energy efficiency, we’re usually talking about windows. However, your bathroom is another area that can significantly impact your carbon footprint and your energy bills. You probably know that your water heater plays a significant role in your electricity bill, but did you know moving water to and...

Your windows’ air leakage rating can greatly affect the energy efficiency of your home! How do you go about measuring and understanding air leakage for windows and what to look for when considering and planning a window replacement project for your home. Window replacement projects are a great way to...

Your windows’ air leakage rating can greatly affect the energy efficiency of your home! How do you go about measuring and understanding air leakage for windows and what to look for when considering and planning a window replacement project for your home.   Window replacement projects are a great way...

When looking through the endless stream of inspiration for kitchen remodels or building plans, it can be disorienting when you don’t know precisely what style you are searching for. Outlining the different kitchen styles and what they may mean can help you make future decisions on design choices.   There...

Kitchen renovations typically center around one main focal point: your cabinets. While the design mainly focuses on the material, style, and color, an often overlooked but crucial factor is the functionality, which largely relies on your kitchen cabinet height. Well, how high should they be? Laying out what cabinet heights...

Your bathroom needs to be functional for your lifestyle, and this can often include different electric items like outlets, lighting, fans, heaters, the list goes on. Where exactly can these additional electrical items be installed? Bathroom Electrical Zones determine where electrical can be installed in a bathroom and what type...