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Knowing how to find property lines are can be extremely useful for your building projects. Whether you are building a new home or simply installing a new landscape bed, knowing the exact location of your property corners is a must to prevent issues with neighbors. So, how can you find them without going to the […]
Save Money and Time, Check it
0 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Build Your Own Home, Owner-Builder, Quality Check, Save Money
My granite subcontractor showed up to a house today to measure…they always measure once the cabinets are installed to make sure the granite is cut to the exact size. As we were going through the cabinet layout and architectural plans we noticed a kneewall (short wall) was missing that would support the bar top. I […]
Tips for Removing a Wall to Open up Your Home
1 Comment | Posted by armchairbuilder in Cool Design, Owner-Builder
One of our readers asked us to put together an article covering tips for removing a wall to open up a room. So let’s say you’ve decided to open up the living space in your home. You have determined that by removing a wall between the kitchen and the great room, you will be able […]
Your Home Addition: Make Sure Your Existing/New Roof & Floors Line Up
0 Comments | Posted by armchairbuilder in Home Addition, Owner-Builder, Quality Check
For your new renovation, it is critical to put the time and effort into making sure your new floor and roof line up with the existing floor and roof. This sounds obvious and simple but based on the number of homes I have seen with one or both of these screwed up, I thought I […]
On any construction projects that require plumbing, electrical, HVAC or structural work, always obtain a permit through your local building department. There are some headaches involved with getting a permit and subsequent inspections, but the benefits definitely outweigh the costs. Why are Permits Required? Believe it or not, there are a few trades and contractors out there that don’t […]
