Homes That Haunt
With Halloween just around the corner, we wanted to take a moment to discuss the things that haunt our houses. While creaking floors and self-closing doors may give us the jitters, more often than not house haunting can be traced back to a fairly mundane source. So before you call in the ghost hunters, we’ll […]
Anoka Deck Photos
Here are some photos of a great deck we recently finished in Anoka.
Brighten Your Bathroom
In our last post we discussed home remodeling projects that may have the added benefit of increasing your property’s resale value. One such project included bathroom remodels or additions. However, an often overlooked, but key element of any remodel is the lighting. In no room in the house is this more important than in the […]
Home Improvements That May Increase Your Property Value
In this economy it is easy to rationalize putting off home improvements. However, some home upgrades may actually increase your property value. Take on one of these renovations as an investment in your home’s value.Bathroom Addition/Remodel: While revamping an existing bathroom or adding a new one altogether may seem like an expensive undertaking, it can […]
Home Improvement: When To Call A Professional
While the DIY home improvement weekend warrior can undoubtedly accomplish a great deal, some projects are just better left to the professionals. When determining whether to tackle a project yourself or consult with a contractor, consider these factors: Cost Of Tools: Many projects require specialized tools and equipment which, if not already in the possession of […]
What is the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)?
Steve, the owner of our company, was one of the original members of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry when it first started a Minnesota chapter in 1983. You might be asking, what is NARI? Well, simply put, NARI is the largest professional network of remodelers in the United States, with over 7,000 members […]
Summit Place Senior Renovation
Recently, we renovated Summit Place Senior Campus’ commons area. The senior campus is a rental community located in Eden Prairie, Minn. Before, the commons area was a soda fountain room with a loft area that was used as a game and billiard room for the seniors to entertain.We ended up enclosing the loft space above […]
Dressing Up Your Laundry Room
The most overlooked room in most homes when it comes to design is the laundry room. And, who are we kidding we probably spend more time in this room than a majority of the others. That is why it is important to make your laundry room a welcoming place just like the rest of your […]
Mid-Summer Proofing Your Home
The month of August is knocking on our doors. With The State Fair just around the corner, we are just days from those going back to school ads that we all secretly still get a little anxious from. With such a wonderful summer of barbeques and days at the beach we have stop and remember […]
Remodeling Holds the Keys to Happiness
According to an article by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) remodeling is the way to go for families that are looking to change their home. The article compares remodeling vs. moving for those families looking for a change. Remodeling your home is the best option according to NAHB because: Remodeling allows you to […]
