Archive for June, 2009

Including the Outdoors in Home Remodeling

Sunday, June 28th, 2009

Home Remodelers Group asked: A backyard isn’t the same as it used to be – a place to grill, where kids play ball, or just an extra spot to mow. Now the trend is to make the backyard an outdoor retreat or an extension to the house. The Home Remodelers ...

Where can I find a listing of reputable contractors for home remodeling in my area? Dallas Texas?

Friday, June 26th, 2009

The Angry Stick Man asked: Its a pretty big job, would involve basically building a guest house w/bathroom/shower. Also carpeting, flooring, and painting. Just trying to see if there is a listing of contactors possible with customer feedback about the work.Benjamin

Hiring Home Remodeling Contractor Wise or Not?

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Claire Schaper asked: In this day where every homeowner in the country have saddened about some big loss on the equity of their abode, it just seemed wise to either keep it or rent it until the housing market goes back to normal. When? No one can say. But the ...

What is a good yet simple to use Architectural software program for remodeling & home design?

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

Michael d asked: I just got a new iMac and I’m looking for a program that’s compatible with my new computer but I don’t want anything too expensive or too hard to learn how to use. Can anyone help me out?Frederick

Custom Home Remodeling Increasing in Popularity

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

Shawn Bowman asked: Copyright (c) 2007 Shawn BowmanWith home prices increasing and mortgage rates rising, many homeowners are opting to turn their current home into the home of their dreams through custom home remodeling.The National Home Builders Association reports that approximately $280 billion was spent on home renovations in 20051. ...

Things to Consider When Planning for Home Remodeling

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

Asha asked: Any homeowners would at least undertake one major home remodeling plan in the lifetime. There could be lot of reasons such as ugly wallpaper, stain, cracked or nasty linoleum floor. Mainly people deal with kitchen and bathroom remodeling and they also remain important, but might not be really ...

Home Remodeling Materials

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009

Taisha Grant asked: Home Remodeling may or may not include flooring. The choice of flooring material available is quite impressive. The very choice of such a wide range of products makes the business of choosing comparatively easier. But it's a Herculean task to decide upon a type of flooring that's ...

Are there any nationwide chains that do home remodeling?

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

russ_0067 asked: My wife and I want to completely renovate two bathrooms in a home we are purchasing. There are just too many local choices to choose from. Are there any nationwide chains out there? In particular, ones that offer financing?Bessie

Does your mortgage company/bank need to know if you’re doing major home remodeling?

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

Samuel's Mommy! asked: We bough a house and want to add garage, second floor, etc. Does the bank need to know that the house is being remodeled, meaning raising in value? We don't and aren't planning on getting equity. Thanks. Yea, we got permits and everything from the city. what a rip off. ...

Critical Steps To A Successful Home Remodel

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Jonathan Zemeckis asked: If you have ever signed a contract for a home remodel, then you know how frustrating it can be when working with a general contractor and his entire team of subcontractors. As a former contractor in the Los Angeles area, I know exactly what you are ...