Countertops 101: A Kitchen’s Perfect Pairing
Countertops make a huge difference in the look, function, and wear of a kitchen. They can also be a great change artist to spruce up an existing home for resale. Find out how you can guide home owners to make smart kitchen choices.
When it comes to finding the right kitchen countertops, home owners need to study up — and you can help. Have your clients ask themselves these questions:
Universal Design
Universal Design is a concept that takes parts of the American Disabilities Act and incorporates them into the home invisibly, eliminating the “institutional” appearance. With thoughtful planning, we can create a home that will continue to work well for us throughout our lives. Universal Design is a world wide movement based on the idea that all residential environments and products should be easily used and accessed by all members of the family, regardless of their age, size, or physical abilities–throughout their life span.
Preparing for a Kitchen Remodel
Tips from NARI
Remodeling your kitchen can be extremely disruptive on a family’s lifestyle; but with a little foresight and planning, you can function quite well for the length of the project.
Continue ReadingUnlicensed Contractor Activity
Unlicensed contractor activity is nothing new to our area. There are always people who try to get around the legal requirements to work as a contractor, especially during natural disasters and economic downturns.
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Remodeling: Will Your Home Be Clean After the Crews Leave For the Day?
Remodeling your home will present inconveniences. In order to “construct” there generally has to be a “deconstruction” process. The debris left behind can create problems if it isn’t cleaned up right away.
OSHA sets forth standards of cleanliness while workers are on the site. A competent construction company in compliance with state building codes will abide by these standards. But what is left at your home after the installers are gone for the day?
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