Hello, my name is Isabel, and I bought a fixer-upper house a few years ago. Through the years of having multiple projects done to my home I have had a lot of contractors in and out of the house, and I have learned how to effectively hire them and successfully work with them. I have worked with general contractors as well as specialists for things like roofing. If you aren't sure when to choose a general contractor over a subcontractor, take a look at the tips in my blog. They will inform, guide and help you. I am glad you found my blog. Enjoy reading!
Choosing General Contractors versus Subcontractors
Why Homeowners Should Consider Teak as Their Wood Door Choice
24 June 2015
When you are debating a solid timber wood door, you may concentrate on traditional woods like oak and maple. One wood that may be overlooked is teak. This particular hardwood is actually ideal if you are planning on replacing your doors, decks, and even exterior trusses and overhangs. Before you overlook this hardwood material, consider the reasons every homeowner should use teak as their solid timber door choice. Weatherproofing and Sealing
4 Master Bedroom Customisations Every Homeowner Should Consider
11 May 2015
Moving forward on a master bedroom remodel gives you the chance to expand the room, change the entire look of the room, and give yourself some luxury. There are several options to include in your master bedroom plans. Before you get lost in a sea of ideas, consider these four customisations every homeowner should consider. Built in Wardrobes A built in wardrobe in the master bedroom has its benefits. The main reason that you should consider this customisation is for the valuable space saving options it can provide.
Two Easy Ways to Frost Windows
21 April 2015
Frosting windows serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. It can grant a sophisticated, stylized look to a window pane as well safeguard privacy in spaces such as bathrooms or toilets. Although the product of window frosting can seem intricate and impossible to reproduce, there are two quick, easy techniques to condition windows in your home: Acrylic Glaze Acrylic glaze is a polymer based frosting agent that can be purchased in clear or "
Things to Consider before Building a Garage
10 April 2015
Do you need to build a garage on your property? If so, there are going to be many things to consider before you start building it. After all, you don't want to just plop any old building onto your property. You want something that is going to compliment your home, look great, and be functional at the same time. Here are some of the things that you will want to consider when choosing the right type of garage for your property.