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Aging In Place, ADA Compliance & Universal Design

Home Sweet Home – nothing beats being able to come home, cook up a quick meal or even a gourmet one, take a nice relaxing shower, and then just relaxing. Most of us plan on staying in our houses for as long as possible (if not forever); do you really plan on just moving into […]

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Filed Under: Remodeling & Renovations, Universal Design November 17, 2008 By SLS

Green Building Principles & Common Sense

Common sense unfortunately is missing from most discussions of building green. There are groups that state that petroleum based products, concrete, & other items should never be used. There are contractors that simply state that it is a fad, and a complete joke while others push it no matter what the […]

Filed Under: Common Sense Building, Going Green? Tagged With: Sustainable Building November 10, 2008 By SLS

What is Green Building?

It seems like everywhere you turn – people are talking about building or remodeling green. Well what is it exactly? […]

Filed Under: Common Sense Building, FAQ's, Acronym’s, & Terminology, Going Green? Tagged With: Building America November 3, 2008 By SLS

Tips for ending up with a successful project that looks great

Your house is often one of the largest financial investments you will make, and the decision to alter that investment by spending money on it, is not an easy one to make. So how can you end up with a great looking remodel or addition that updates your house, increases the value of your investment, and customizes the living space to meet […]

Filed Under: Remodeling & Renovations, Tips & Tricks October 22, 2008 By SLS

Should I hire a contractor or can I do it myself?

Should you attempt that next Home Improvement Project yourself, or would it be a better choice to hire a remodeling professional? This simple quiz originally was created by NARI and is not meant to scare you or push you into hiring a contractor, but to help you make an informed decision on your best option. It is only 17 simple yes or no questions […]

Filed Under: FAQ's, Acronym’s, & Terminology Tagged With: NARI October 15, 2008 By SLS

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