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So you’ve decided to move forward with a home remodeling or renovation project and are ready to start looking for a contractor – where should you start? The amount of information and sheer number of companies to choose from can get overwhelming very quickly. One broad step you can take to narrow down your options […]

Unlicensed and uninsured contractors cause problems for all parties in the construction industry. Legitimate builders get grouped in with the scam artists whose business practices have led some people to believe that all contractors are “shady” or untrustworthy. They also must absorb and charge for the costs of running a real operation – insurance costs, […]

If you go to ten different contractors and request an estimate for a project from them, you are going to get ten different prices based on a variety of factors unique to each individual firm. Not only will the cost estimates vary wildly between remodelers, but the format in which they are delivered will as […]

Have you ever received a bid or estimate from a contractor that had something called an allowance or placeholder on it and been curious what it is? Bid allowances are used frequently to show that the work in question will be performed under the base contract, but that the exact costs, scope, or item are […]

Finding the right contractor for your project can be a difficult challenge. There are so many options and variables to consider that it is easy for anyone’s head to start spinning just thinking of the possibilities. You want to make sure that you are getting a trusted partner that you can work with seamlessly, especially […]

There are so many ways to improve the exterior of your Lansing home. From updating the siding and replacing the roof to building outdoor living areas, exterior remodeling often involves a complete renovation for the outside of a house. If you’ve been looking at some different exterior remodeling ideas, here are a few top choices that […]

Basement remodeling is a very popular home improvement option for many reasons. It certainly makes sense to convert your basement into some usable living space. After all, why let any space in your home go to waste? Many times, it’s an easy conversion process since the bones of the structure are already there. Some basements already […]

Have you ever been in a bathroom that just exudes luxurious without the slightest hint of being garish? Luxury doesn’t have to exactly mean opulent, nor does it have to mean a space that’s overly embellished with showy decorative elements. There’s something about how luxury that’s represented in clean, simplicity can make you feel really […]

Homeowners who are looking to increase the value of their home can sometimes find themselves in a dilemma. Which is home improvement project going to get you the most bang for your buck, while also improving the functionality of your home overall? Major home improvement and remodeling projects aren’t cheap, so making sure that you […]

Your Lansing garage offers you many options when remodeling the space. Remodeling garages can give you storage space, workshop space, shelving space, and more. If you have a small garage, shelving and cabinetry can make a huge difference in organizing your home. A storage closet or laundry space can be added to larger garages when remodeling. Is […]