2015

Remodeling Your Home? Make Sure These Three Things Are Included In The Contract

When you hire a general contractor for a remodeling job, they will generally provide you with a contract to sign.  While the remodeling contract presented by your general contractor may actually be fine as is, you still need to check it carefully before you sign anything. If hiring an attorney to peruse the contract just isn't in the budget right now, you can look for the important points yourself. Keep reading to learn about the three things that your contract with a general contractor should include. Read More 

How To Get Your Patio In Summertime Condition

If you are like many people, you probably like spending time hanging out and entertaining on your back patio when the weather is nice. If you have noticed that your patio isn't in its best condition right now, however, you could be wondering what to do to get it ready for the spring and summer months. Luckily, following these tips can help you prepare the perfect summer party patio just in time for the warm weather. Read More 

How to Design Your Deck for Privacy

A deck should be for outdoor living, not for putting you on display. Yet you want to enjoy your outdoor living without feeling like you're still inside. Design a deck with beautiful features that promote privacy while still allowing you to enjoy the outdoors. Layout As you design your new deck, consider placing it up against the exterior wall of your home. This way you use the house itself for privacy. Read More 

Protecting Your Municipality’s Roads: What You Can Do On A Limited Budget

When you have an entire city to maintain as Mayor, you want to make sure that the people who live in your communities are safe. This can be difficult when your city's budget is limited. One of the best ways you can protect your municipality and promote healthy economic growth is in keeping the roadways safe for transportation. Learn what you can do to help protect your municipality's roads on any budget, so all modes of transport can be made safer for everyone. Read More 

Benefits Of Winter Remodeling

Winter is here and like bears in hibernation, many homeowners have shelved their home remodeling projects. However, winter remodeling projects can have many advantages over spring and summer remodeling. Here are just a few ways that winter remodeling can benefit homeowners. General Contractors are Easier to Schedule in Winter Since many homeowners don't even think to remodel their homes in winter, many general contractors find winter to be a slower time of year. Read More