June 2, 2010

• Deck Designs

  Various Deck Designing Options

  The addition of a deck to a home is an option that many homeowners are choosing. The benefits of a deck addition are countless. (…)

February 25, 2010

• Is your old deck safe?

  May is National Deck Safety Month. (…)

January 19, 2010

• Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Popular Trends

  National Kitchen and Bath Association Reports Trends for 2010 Results are in from a recent survey of designers conducted by the National Kitchen and Bath Association to reveal the key design trends for 2010 NKBA News Release January 13, 2010

  Hackettstown, N.J., Jan. (…)

November 30, 2009

• Pool Decks - Considerations on material selection

  Pool decks are a great asset to your home, and will give you years of enjoyment with family and friends. (…)

• Winterizing Procedure for In Ground Swimming Pools

  Winterizing Procedure for In Ground Swimming Pools

  Chemicals Required:

  Dry Acid/Alkali Shock Chlorine granules Long Life Winteriser Liquid Chlorine Ensure pool is clean and clear. (…)

July 15, 2009

• Wood vs. Composite Decks

  Wood vs. (…)

• Replacement Window Options

  Replacement Window Options

  A replacement is only as good as its installation

  Scott T. (…)

• Upgrade the Window, Improve the Efficiency

  Upgrade the Window, Improve the Efficiency

  Single-pane windows are one of the largest sources of heat loss in winter due to their low insulating ability and high air leakage rates. (…)

July 10, 2009

• Using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) to Achieve Efficiencies

  Using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) to Achieve Efficiencies

  Here's a look at how using SIPs can attain high-energy efficiency and improve home construction

  By Scott Bergford, Owner, Scott Homes, Inc. (…)

• Energy-Efficient Lighting Design

  Energy-Efficient Lighting Design

  IBACOS, for DOE's Building America Program — 8/1/2004

  High-performance lighting - lighting that's efficient and relates well to the design of the house - helps make homes look better, helps with visual tasks and also can reduce the home's energy use. (…)

July 9, 2009

• Thinking of a Kitchen Remodel?

  The only thing that stops most people having the kitchen of their dreams is the potential cost. (…)

• Kitchen Remodeling - Get More Living Out Of Your Kitchen!

  Many people avoid beginning such a project because they feel overwhelmed by how much work it will take. Realistically, it is possible to remodel your kitchen on a budget and in your spare time. (…)

• DIY Kitchen Remodeling vs. Hiring A Professional

  If you don’t think you have what it takes to remodel your kitchen, you don’t want to be getting into it at all. Instead, you will do well to get some professional help to do it for you. (…)

• Kitchen Remodeling Design Considerations

  It’s not every day that you find a kitchen with entertaining stuff in it. (…)

• Using the Internet to Gather ideas for Your Kitchen Remodeling

  Kitchen remodeling; sounds fun doesn’t it?  If the idea of remodeling your kitchen sounds exciting, there is a chance that you may want to get started right away.  Of course, you can start remodeling your kitchen whenever you want, but first you must develop a plan. (…)

June 16, 2009

• Installing the Correct Foundation Drain for your Sunroom or Addition

  Foundation Drainage

  by Brent Anderson, P.E.

  As a concrete contractor, I have a vested interest in how well the water on site is controlled. (…)

April 29, 2009

• Converting Attic Space Into a Bonus Room

  Many homeowners, when their family grows too big for a small house, will consider room extensions to create additional square footage and space. (…)

April 26, 2009

• Countertop Selection for Kitchen Remodeling

  Choosing Counter Tops For Kitchen Remodeling

  There are innumerable options that are available in the market for kitchen countertops. (…)

February 20, 2009

• Finishing the Deck - Basic Construction - Part 4

  Stairs:Most deck require some stairs.  They can be simple or complex as shown here. We cover how to make stairs in a previous article, but will show you here about the handrail. (…)

• Stairs & Railings - Basic Construction - Part 3

  Railings:Our project deck uses a picket railing with unique and easy to build railing supports. We also have projects showing fancy railing patterns such as Sunburst and Chippendale . (…)