April 09, 2021

Open Up a Small Kitchen

April 09, 2021/ Jerri Holan

KEEP IT SIMPLE

Remodeling a small kitchen without adding square feet can be frustrating; too many tasks to fit into a limited space.
However, a small kitchen can function well and include interesting elements if you open the kitchen to larger spaces and keep the layout simple. Remodeling a small kitchen without adding square feet can be frustrating: too many tasks to fit into a limited space. However, a small kitchen can function well and include interesting elements if you open the kitchen to larger spaces and keep the layout simple.

April 09, 2017

Easy Energy Improvements For Your Home

April 09, 2017/ Jerri Holan

BEFORE INSTALLING DOUBLE-GLAZED WINDOWS, PV CELLS, OR A SOLAR WATER HEATER, CONSIDER EASIER OPTIONS

It’s been colder this winter than expected and you’re wondering what you can do to reduce energy costs. Should you lease solar cells or invest in double-glazed windows? Or maybe a solar water heater would save money? Before you spend a lot of time exploring these great (but expensive) options, here are ten inexpensive improvements – in order of importance – that really should be done first.

August 27, 2015

Fixer Upper Homes

August 27, 2015/ Jerri Holan

TOP 11 THINGS TO DO FIRST

You’ve bought a home that needs fixing up. And you have a sense of construction costs. You initially consulted with some building professionals before buying the house and their advice was sound but inconsistent. So now where to begin? Whether you bought the house for the long term or short, here are some basic guidelines you should follow.

February 08, 2015

Basement and Attic Remodels

February 08, 2015/ Jerri Holan

AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO CAPTURE ADDITIONAL LIVING SPACE

Perhaps you’re wondering what it would take to convert that attic space your teenager has monopolized into a real bedroom? Or maybe you’re curious if it’s possible to transform the basement into that home office you’ve been dreaming of? You’re not alone. Attic and basement conversions are two of the most popular remodeling projects for good reason: dollar for dollar, capturing existing space that already has floors, walls, and a roof offers savings and often

October 15, 2014

Fiberglass Windows: A Good Choice For Restoration

October 15, 2014/ Jerri Holan

FIBERGLASS, AS A BUILDING MATERIAL, IS NOTHING NEW

Fiberglass has been floating boats and strengthening ladders for years. In the window industry, however, it’s the latest addition to a range of finish options. The most popular fiberglass windows are wood windows with exterior fiberglass cladding but 100% fiberglass windows are also available. Fiberglass windows currently comprise about 4% of the market and the percentage is growing each year.