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Portable Toilets and Your Project: Let’s Get This Potty Started!
1 Comment | Posted by armchairbuilder in Great Products, Owner-Builder
There are some really interesting, exciting things that go on when you’re building a home, finishing a basement, or adding on. And then there are those items that fall under the category of “someone’s gotta do it”. Portable toilets are in that latter category. If you haven’t had workers around much, the thought has probably […]
Energy Tax Credit: Don’t Leave Money on The Table
1 Comment | Posted by armchairbuilder in Great Products, Save Money
It’s tax season again. Uhg. There are a couple of words we all like to hear from our accountant this time of year, “credit” and “refund“. So, we thought we would give you a quick overview of some of the incentives available for home energy improvements. This might help you save a few bucks on […]
When we talk about a cool roof, we aren’t suggesting your roof is hip, happening or full of bling. A cool roof has been designed to absorb less heat by reflecting more sunlight than a typical roof. So what are the benefits of a cool roof and how do you go about including one into […]
Habitat for Humanity: Build. Help. Learn.
2 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Build Your Own Home, Great Products, Save Money
Have you ever wondered how you might be able to learn more about building homes with a hands on experience? People are always asking me what skills are needed to build your own house. Well, it doesn’t hurt to have some actual experience on the job site. There really is nothing like working alongside professionals […]
What is Drain Tile?
3 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Fix it!, Great Products, Owner-Builder, Quality Check
Drain tile is one of those terms we hear a lot when talking about foundations. But what the heck is it? Is there really any tile in drain tile? If you have a wet basement that needs to be repaired or plan to start a new building project soon, you should familiarize yourself with the […]
The Cost for Kitchen Updates
0 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Great Products, Kitchen Remodel, Save Money
What is the typical cost for kitchen updates? If it’s time to remodel your kitchen and you want to know what the costs would be, you have come to the right place. In this article we will discuss the cost range for each option for your remodel. For the purpose of comparison and to make […]
Energy Efficiency: Builder Tips For a Tight Home
5 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Great Products, Quality Check
If you live in a cold climate you really start to think about the energy efficiency of your home this time of year. When you sit down to pay the bills and see your electric or gas bill has skyrocketed, you start thinking of ways to improve your home. Building a new home or addition […]
Tub and Shower Faucet Trim Replacement
0 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Bath Remodel, Great Products
Replacing your tub and shower faucet look can be easy and inexpensive if you go about it the right way. If your valve inside the wall still works, you will most likely be able to just replace all the pieces that you see without doing any real plumbing. This will save you from having to […]
Soundproofing Your New Basement Ceiling
0 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Basement Finish, Great Products
One of my friends recently asked if I had any recommendations for soundproofing a new basement office project. He has a dog that likes to run and play with the kids. The resulting noise has a tendency to echo through the house which is not so good for phone conversations with potential clients. So what […]
Tankless Water Heaters Can Be Bad in Disasters
4 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Great Products
Tankless water heaters have a number of great benefits. They are energy and space efficient, easy to maintain, and they last a long time. So, why are they so bad to have in a disaster? As a sixteen year home building veteran who believes in using quality products to build homes that last, I’ve been preaching about the […]
