Archive for November 2012
Why Homeowners Don’t Get Building Permits
Most of our projects involve building permits. We’ve always built with permits, and we encourage homeowners to get a permit if one is required. But every year, we meet homeowners who choose not to get a building permit for their project, for various reasons. Here are the common reasons why homeowners don’t get permits, and…
+ Read MoreBathroom Renovation: Remove Jacuzzi, Add Heated Floor
In the 1980s, many new homes were built with a Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. But not a large Jacuzzi, tub, just a standard sized 32 inch by 60 inch tub. As these bathrooms are coming due for renovation and remodeling, we’re noticing a trend. Homeowners want to remove the Jacuzzi tub, and install a…
+ Read MoreTop 6 House Addition Mistakes
We regularly get plans and designs sent to us by homeowners who have started the house addition design process, and are looking for a contractor to build their house addition project. Over the years, we have noticed certain trends and certain mistakes that homeowners regularly make as they embark on their house addition project. 1.…
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