Kitchen design should include a work triangle and throughways that allow safe passage from one room, through the kitchen, to another room. You don't want a collision while carrying a pot of chili. Studies have been done that determine minimum standards regarding cabinetry, countertops and drawer space
A picket fence creates a traditional look. When you build a picket fence, your obstacles will be zoning laws and specialized saws. Zoning laws tell you where and how you can build. You also need band, radial arm and miter box saws for decorative cuts. Install posts and horizontal beams before placing the 3/4-inch-thick pickets. The design is up to you! Discover some design ideas for picket fences.
Sump pumps can save lots of damage dollars. Sump pump problems or failure can be due to faulty sump pump installation, debris, shifting, size, etc.
Vinyl replacement windows are maintenance free and can be the exterior color you want. Replacement vinyl windows have aluminum exteriors in many custom colors.
Ladders come in many lengths and materials. Ladders for all jobs. Extension ladders for outdoors. Step ladders for interior work. Ladder safety is important.
Ceramic tile installation in your bathroom can be a great remodeling job. Be sure your waterproof wall behind the tile is cement board. Consider installing a seamless vapor barrier, also.
Fire safes and burglar proof safes are two ways to keep personal possessions free from damage and theft. Read about what type of safe best suits your needs.
Fireplaces that do not require traditional chimneys use direct vent technology. You can place these fireplaces almost anywhere. The vented gas log sets are realistic and can be controlled by a remote control. This type of fireplace is great because it doesn't cause indoor air pollution.
Roof trusses may be the last thing you think of when buying a home. Trusses are not all the same! A truss with special features can create extra storage space or a room instead of a maze of standard roof truss webs that waste space - and at an affordable price.
Let's say something goes wrong at your house some time after the contractor packs his tools and leaves. You ask him to fix the defective work and he balks. Just call his insurance agent and file a claim. Wait, you did get a copy of his Certificate of Insurance, right?
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