Add Living Space to Your Existing Home
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Are you looking for cost effective ways to add living space to your existing property? There are several different ways to add space without going through the hassle of moving. Some of the methods to add living space are more cost effective than others. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular options […]
In our last post, Kitchen Update, Part I, we talked about all the necessary steps to go through prior to construction of your new kitchen update. Here we will discuss demolition, scheduling, and construction. We will also share some tips for minimizing the impact of construction on the rest of your existing house. Demolition Once […]
Would you like a new kitchen update in your home? Anyone can take charge of their own kitchen remodel as an owner builder. All you need to do is be thorough in your planning and follow the Armchair Builder checklist below. Rough Layout This includes the overall design including location of walls, windows, appliances, islands, […]
Owner Builders Hiring Contractors Vs. Employees
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Owner builders thinking of building their own new home should be very careful when hiring. Whether the worker is considered a contractor or an employee has major ramifications for the owner. If the worker is considered to be an employee by law, the owner builder will be required to withhold payroll taxes, carry workman’s compensation […]
Owner Builder Advantages
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Are you thinking of building a new home? Or do you want to remodel or add on to your existing home? You could hire a general contractor or home builder like me to handle all the details but this will definitely cost you. Builders provide a service and they deserve to get paid for their […]
We just had a reader question come in regarding concrete slabs. Marie from Texas asks, “We just installed concrete slabs for a new barndominium. I have heard that you are supposed to cover the sides of the slab with stone or dirt. Is this necessary?” Thanks for the question Marie. We are glad to hear […]
The Insurance Perks of Building New
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Building a new home has been your dream, but you probably didn’t expect that that insurance benefits involved could make it even better. Insurance carriers typically prefer to insure newer homes because they usually involve less risk. Many offer policyholders up to 10% in discounts when they buy newer homes. In addition, new homes typically […]
There are so many great design ideas to choose from when building a new home. From outdoor kitchens to elevators, the options are endless. For most people, this choice is viewed as a huge benefit over buying an existing home that’s already complete. But for those of us that tend to overanalyze things, this […]
Sink Holes and Your New Home
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We’ve frequently talked about the importance of investigating the soil conditions before purchasing the lot for your new dream home. In addition to the standard checks to see if the soil will structurally support the house, it’s a good idea to investigate the potential for sink holes. You probably heard the tragic story earlier this […]
Top Consumer Complaints
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Have you ever had a problem with a product or service you purchased? Most of us have at some point in time. A new study released yesterday claims the second biggest consumer complaint this past year involved home improvement and construction. Let’s take a look at some of the details from the study and discuss […]
