When you’re looking to sell your home, the bathroom deserves more than a bit of attention. It is the second most dreamed of remodel. In most cases, the bathroom is far from the biggest room, but it scores very high in importance to buyers. You don’t have to do a huge renovation, just making it […]

As spring approaches, homeowners are looking to remodel. Here are six tips to spruce things up: Inspect and repair the systems you already have. Energy tax credits. See if adding a few minor green features can help out with a nice tax credit. Pick the areas that will give you the most return on investment. […]

In a press release, OSHA said that there is a problem with stone workers who do not use and/or don’t have access to the safety equipment needed to protect them from breathing in crystalline silica, which causes serious and possibly fatal lung problems. Workers are contracting silicosis, an incurable lung disease. Symptoms include shortness of […]

Installing a chair rail can bring visual and textural interest to a room. Before beginning, measure the room and decide how high and wide the chair rail will be. At the hardware store, you can choose between wooden types and foam types. Both are fine, but foam is easier to cut (only requiring a utility knife). […]

Are you looking at buying a green home? Here are six tips to help you make sure you’re getting what you pay for: Get copies of utility bills. The seller should have these; if not, most utility companies do. Be observant, ask questions. Make sure windows and doors seal properly. Are the appliances Energy Star? Check the ventilation […]

There is a new set of standards coming for gas furnaces. The current minimum AFUE rating is 78%, though most are at 80%. The new requirements are possibly going to be between 95%-98%, which will mean a savings of billions of dollars — savings that could equal the gas and propane needs of New England for […]

The luxury building market is on the rise in Boulder County. There’s currently a high demand for luxury homes, while the inventory remains low. With the growing influx of new residents looking to buy million dollar homes comes a growing need for new luxury buildings. We hope that reading this piece inspires new design ideas […]

If you’re putting in landscape lighting, here are a few things to consider. First, you will have to decide if you want a line voltage or a low-voltage system. This article recommends the low-voltage system – installation is easier and it’s much safer. Lighting kits usually include fixtures, cables, and the transformer, but generally cannot […]

There are two type of window replacements. The easiest and least expensive repair is to replace the window inlet. This leaves the window sill and frame alone and just replaces the window itself. Your repairman will come out and measure the windows, making sure the frame and sills are still in good condition, and order […]

What are the hot new trends for 2015? Here are some of the takeaways from the Design & Construction Week shows held in Las Vegas. High tech is high on everyone’s list. We love our gadgets and the ability to control everything from anywhere in the world via our smart devices. Let the repairman schedule […]