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Category: Home Remodeling

When Does a Renovation Count as Capital Improvement?

How can you tell if a home remodeling project counts as a capital improvement to your home? Well, it isn’t as straightforward as you might think. A capital improvement is supposed to accomplish one of these three functions: increase the value of your property, extend its lifespan or repurpose it for a new function. Permanent Additions According to the IRS, for a renovation to be classified as a capital home[...]

Pantry Planning Basics: Do’s & Don’ts

Having a well-planned and organized kitchen pantry will make your life easier. It’s easier to clean kitchen surfaces when things are kept in the pantry and cupboards, and you might even be inspired to cook more when you can easily see what ingredients you have. One of the area’s trusted remodeling contractors shares what you should and shouldn’t do when it comes to planning a kitchen pantry. (more…)

5 Design Rules for Remodeling Small Bedrooms

A bedroom is meant to be a relaxing place. However, it can be difficult to determine where to place everything when you’re working with limited space. Fortunately, there are various ways you can make your small bedroom feel more spacious. Here are design tips for small bedrooms from our trusted home interior and bathroom contractors. (more…)

Key Elements of Laundry Room Design

Laundry rooms are functional spaces where a variety of tasks are done. With this in mind, it’s critical to create a laundry room design that enables you to perform chores efficiently. This means adding features that will make the room conducive to all laundry-related tasks. (more…)

Do’s & Don’ts of Powder Room Design

Powder rooms can be somewhat challenging to design and decorate, but with these tips from DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Ogden, you can create a sensible and functional design for a half bath. (more…)

Tips for Remodeling Homes for People With Limited Mobility

It’s not uncommon for a home to lack features that make its living spaces safe and comfortable for people with limited mobility. Nevertheless, it isn’t too hard to incorporate features that better accommodate loved ones with specific needs. In this post, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Ogden lists a few ways that you can alter your home so that it is better suited for people with limited mobility. (more…)

What Type of Remodeler Are You?

Homeowners use different approaches to work with remodeling contractors and other pros. These remodeling styles can have varying effects on a project as well as overall satisfaction with the work. Your remodeling style informs your level of involvement throughout the project. Find out if you’re a manager, micromanager or hands-off remodeler (or somewhere in between) by learning more about these remodeling styles. (more…)

4 Home Remodeling Mistakes You Should Avoid

Having open communication with your remodeling contractors is key to the success of a project. Before you start with any renovation, you should consider your priorities, expectations and how you use your space. Here are a few common remodeling mistakes to avoid. (more…)

What to Do After You’re Done With Your Remodel

Finally, after weeks of planning, design and construction, your home remodeling project is done! But wait ... there are still a few things you’ll need to do before you can say you’re completely finished. Follow our handy post-remodel checklist. (more…)

The Ultimate Game Room Design: What to Consider

Planning a decked-out gaming room is one of the funnest design projects you can do! The first step is to find the right interior remodeling contractor that can incorporate all the bells and whistles you want in the project. After that, it’s all a matter of letting your own creativity run wild. Our remodeling specialists are here to walk you through some important pointers about how to design the perfect[...]