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  • Kitchen Remodeling
    Diamond in the Desert: A Remodeler’s Remodel

    We’ve had a fascination with building and fixing things since we were kids. Our great grandfather was a plumbing contractor, our grandfather was a general contractor and our dad was just plain handy. So, it’s no surprise...

    • Posted June 30, 2015
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  • Child measuring
    Building a Spectacular Tree House

    In the movie Forrest Gump, Forrest said he and his lifelong friend Jenny were so close growing up that they were like “peas and carrots.” That vegetable combination would be an apt descriptive term for children and...

    • Posted June 29, 2015
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  • Table at home
    5 Surprising Tips To Keep In Mind For Your Home

    When it comes to our home we often don’t realize that there are simple solutions to problems that sometimes seem overwhelming. Here are a few examples: 1) Measuring Cup Madness When was the last time that you...

    • Posted June 28, 2015
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  • contract
    Bulletproof Your Construction Contract: A Guide

    Handshake or not, our experience with construction contracts has taught us that if it isn’t in writing, chances are you won’t get it. So, get it in writing because somewhere between 40 to 70 percent of the...

    • Posted June 28, 2015
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  • Vanity top
    Vanity Tops: Synthetic Marble vs. Synthetic Onyx

    Q. My husband and I are considering replacing the vanity tops in our two bathrooms. We have heard a lot about “synthetic marble” and “synthetic onyx.” Can you tell me what these products are and the differences...

    • Posted June 27, 2015
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  • Alternative decking
    Decking Alternatives

    A beautiful wood deck is the superstar amenity of a home’s exterior. It is the undisputed focal point, serving both visually and as the “heart” of one’s outdoor lifestyle. Much like the kitchen phenomenon indoors, decks are...

    • Posted June 26, 2015
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  • fiberglass insulation
    The Amazing Benefits of Insulation

    We recently had the pleasure of touring a major insulation manufacturing plant and act as judges in a regional and national competition recognizing “America’s Best Insulation Installer.” The competition sponsored by Johns Manville and Insulate America –...

    • Posted June 25, 2015
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  • Air conditioner
    Choosing a Central Air Conditioner

    During a recent heat wave, the central air conditioning system in one of our homes failed. That sent the indoor air temperature soaring upwards of ninety degrees. Yikes! An investigation by a local heating and air conditioning...

    • Posted June 25, 2015
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  • Light in home
    Shut the Window on High Utility Cost!

    With the increasing cost of energy this summer, chances are good that you will be looking for ways to reduce energy costs. The good news is that turning up the thermostat and sweating it out is not...

    • Posted June 22, 2015
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  • Garage
    Flooring: Finish a Garage Floor

    It all began with Henry Ford and the Model T. Ford said, “We need a place to park these things.” Thus, the garage, as we know it, was born. Before that, all we had was a barn....

    • Posted June 22, 2015
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