Last week, we talked about the questions to consider when planning and executing a home addition – questions like added value, zoning issues, aesthetics and choosing a contractor. Now that you have a clear goal in mind, a budget set and your most of your questions have been answered, it's to address the last one
As any contractor can tell you, a kitchen remodel can be one of the most complicated renovations a homeowner can undertake. Knowing what's involved doesn’t come naturally, so we here at MDV Remodeling decided that a checklist might help you to make some decisions in advance. This checklist can also help you to plan your
We've talked at length on this blog about costly mistakes that should be avoided in home remodeling. Some are fairly obvious mistakes, while others are harder to spot and can only be discovered through trial and error. In discussions with some of our clients, we realized that some choices that seemed like good ideas at
When is the right time to remodel your bathroom? Any time! If you plan to stay in your home, why suffer with outdated decor, an awkward layout, or inefficient fixtures? If you plan to move soon, a remodel might pay off in a higher listing price or a quicker sale. MDV Remodeling specializes in, among
Some 40 years ago, pressure-treated lumber was introduced to the deck construction market and it quickly became the standard go-to material for building and replacing decks, porches, and other outdoor living spaces. Today, composite decking material, often made from waste wood or cellulose fiber and recycled plastic, is used more and more in deck replacement
Nothing ties together the design of a newly remodeled kitchen like a backsplash! Backsplashes create a complementary focal point within your kitchen, as they pull in design threads from the cabinets, flooring, countertops, and hardware, while also serving a utilitarian purpose. There is an abundance of different materials available for homeowners to incorporate the perfect
Many times, in many posts, we’ve mentioned the importance of setting a budget for any remodeling project. Because it is so crucial to any remodeling/building project, we wanted to do a two-part series of posts regarding budgets and where to get started on setting your budget! Today, we’re going to look at why setting a
When most people approach us about increasing their outdoor living space, they typically have a rough idea of what they’re looking for. Sometimes it’s installing a new deck off the rear kitchen door or replacing patio pavers throughout their yard. In some cases, our clients have a very detailed layout envisioned, and it’s really just
Color is an integral part of our lives. It impacts the decisions that we make about the clothes we wear, the cars we drive and, most especially, the way we decorate our homes. Even in today's modern, open floorplans – where kitchens, living rooms, and dining rooms are often one large space – color is
So, you're in need of some additional space – a little extra room because maybe the family is growing, children or parents are moving back home, or you've started a home-based business. There are thousands of other reasons why your existing house just may not be big enough. Moving to a larger home is one