How to Respectfully and Responsibly Project Manage Your Remodeling Contractor
Remodeling your home can be an exciting yet daunting endeavor, particularly when projects extend beyond expected timelines. On average, a home remodeling project can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on complexity and scale. Various factors contribute to these delays, from contractors managing multiple job sites, unforeseen structural issues, to delays […]
19 Questions to Ask Your Contractor Before Starting a Project
A staggering 80% of homeowners report greater satisfaction with their renovation projects when they’ve taken the time to thoroughly vet and choose the right contractor for the job. This statistic underscores the critical importance of selecting a contractor who not only has the necessary skills and experience but also one whose integrity and business practices […]
When Will Lumber Prices Decrease?
As long as the high demand for new housing and renovations continues, average lumber prices will be relatively high for the foreseeable future. However, that doesn’t mean they won’t dip into more affordable prices in certain seasons. Timing is important in this industry. This graph from Business Insider will give you an up-close look into […]
What Are the Legal Basement Bedroom Requirements in Minnesota?
Building a new house or making alterations to an existing unit to include a basement bedroom without fully understanding basement bedroom requirements in Minnesota exposes you to serious legal and ethical scrutiny. Such a move may pose a safety hazard to occupants or undermine the market value of your house. The International Residential Code Minnesota provides standards for […]
Should I Remodel My Kitchen Myself?
We’ve all been there. You’re watching the latest HGTV home remodeling show thinking to yourself, “I could do that!” You get planning, gather inspiration, and start saving for your latest project: a brand new kitchen. But what homeowners don’t realize is remodeling their kitchen on their own can be a major undertaking and might end […]
Is It Worth It to Remodel My Second (or Third) Bathroom?
Your bathroom is a space you want to walk into feeling relaxed and refreshed after a long day. It’s where you get ready in the morning and where you unwind at night. It should feel serene and calm, yet practical and functional for your needs. If your current bathroom doesn’t fit this description, it’s probably […]
Five Tips to Keep Your Bathroom Remodeling on Schedule
A typical bathroom remodeling project is no small task and can always get delayed or slowed down for various reasons. It involves making lots of decisions and coordinating various elements of the remodeling to guarantee a satisfactory final result. But whereas the project involves a lot of things, it is the desire of every homeowner […]