I recently had the wonderful experience of providing my powers of observation and interpreted a few home inspections. No I am not a certified inspector but I know my way around a home. This all stemmed from the NARI home tour and a family that was anxious to find a...
I created a booklet to help folks find a remodeler that is a good fit. Rather than publishing it in print I have done the green thing and put it here on the site. It is printable and I encourage you to share it with others. Feedback is appreciated and welcome too. In...
Taping & Texturing follows on the heels of installation of the drywall. It is the remnants of plastering and is all about getting the connections or seams and nails smooth then adding the texture that we want.When it is done right it blends into the background and...
Quick Classy Kitchen RemodelThe Challenge This kitchen was a “contractor special” as we say in the business. It was done as inexpensively as possible. Our client who uses the kitchen needed an update. There was no emphasis put on the end user. We were locked in on a...
Small Kitchen ExpansionThe Challenge This kitchen was cramped. As is often the case the client had discovered a great solution prior to our arrival. Relocating the laundry room behind a pocket door and removing a wall would allow the kitchen to expand. Refacing (vs....
Major kitchen additionThe Challenge The kitchen was tiny and disconnected from the home. It had walls everywhere and only one person could work in it at a time.The Idea Create a kitchen addition that incorporated an existing covered patio. Knock the walls out and...
1960 Kitchen Makeover The Challenge This is an early1960’s household with a kitchen that was separated from the dining area and had experienced a water leak and flood months earlier. The client was making due until they mustered the energy to take care of remodeling...