The residential construction industry is on the rise, which is great news. But lately, we’ve noticed a tendency of owners trying to build or renovate without good, solid design plans. This is not anything new but seems to be more prevalent these days. Perhaps it’s a side effect of the recession, or, as one architect …
It’s one of my favorite Clash songs. But it’s also the subject of this month’s letter because I’m referring to the decision many owners face when renovating their home. Along with other questions, we typically ask people, today it is more important than ever to know whether an owner or family intends to stay in …
Radiant heating heats objects like the furniture, the drapes, the dog, and you. We are big fans of radiant heat and have been installing both kinds, forced hot water, and electric since it became popular about 15-20 years ago. In whole house renovations, the walls and ceilings are exposed so the opportunity for installing radiant heating is easier and therefore less expensive. …
Contrary to the sworn oath of the brotherhood/sisterhood of general contractors, we builders do sometimes try to put ourselves in the shoes of the customer. We understand that it can be daunting for homeowners to start down the road of choosing a contractor. There are many aspects to take into consideration including quality, price, reputation, …