Collection of posts from past & present PDXPRO issues
The home improvement industry is booming and bustling this year like never before, at an all time high Americans are spending over $170 billion dollars on remodeling and construction projects.
What does this mean? It means styles and trends for interior design change in a blink of an eye (not really, more like a few years).
One of the most frequent scenarios I encounter with my clients is this: Partner A calls me to ask about my services. We agree to meet, see the space, talk about goals and objectives and so forth. After being assured that the Partner B doesn’t have any interest in the outcome of the space, I begin to design. I return to present the design – generally to Partner A and B – and Partner B is none too pleased with what s/he sees. An argument ensues. I have to scrap my design and at the client’s expense, go back to the drawing board.
A remodeling project is either a very exciting time or a big headache, most often a combination of both. Before you kick off the project or even begin thinking of looking for or calling a contractor you need a clear direction. Sitting down and creating a plan for a large or small home improvement project is the most crucial step and may save you from some costly mistakes in the future as well as numerous headaches.
Your furnace is an essential item in your home. If it needs replacing, you may be fervently searching all over the Internet to see how much it will cost you and if you have the budget for a new system. There are several factors that are important when considering replacing your furnace; type of equipment, efficiency, quality of installation, reputation of the Company you choose, and rebates and incentives that are available. Even if your furnace just needs a simple repair, it’s good to keep in mind what the costs are because eventually you’ll need to buy a new unit.
So you’ve FINALLY chosen the perfect Colorhouse hues for your room and you’re ready to paint! Now what??! Before you dip your brush in a pail of our premium Zero VOC* paint, you’ll need to get your room ready. Proper surface preparation is the most important part of the project for a professional looking, long lasting finish. So grab your painting tools and let’s go!
Have you ever asked yourself: How should I get my home ready for the fall season? Here's how, this week we will give you a step by step list for fall home preparations. Fall brings cooler temperatures and well, falling leaves. This entails some changes that homeowners have to account for. In the PNW the weather can change pretty quickly and we want to ensure you are prepared and on top of it. Today we will give you a checklist to follow for some fall maintenance tips. It is important to keep up with these tips to ensure that your home remains in the best possible shape year to year, and season to season.
In 2016 you can do a simple google search and find dozens of potential contractors in a matter of seconds. Picking someone at random though is not the best option. There are countless factors that must be addressed in order to ensure that the project you are working on gets done right, with no issues the first time around. No matter the size of your project, large or small it is crucial that you find the best contractor for the job.
