How to prepare for the start of your remodel

Well, the moment of truth has arrived. Your remodel contractor has called and told you that they will be starting your project next week. What should you expect, and what do you need to do? The best thing to do, obviously, is to directly…

How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?

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As you may imagine, pricing for a bathroom remodel can vary greatly. How much, you ask? Think bathtubs. You can swing by a home improvement store and pick up a pretty standard bathtub for as little as $200. There’s really nothing wrong…

San Diego Remodeling - Construction or Art?

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I found it interesting recently while chatting with a new acquaintance in a sushi bar my wife and I happened across in San Diego that, after describing what I do as a local San Diego remodeling contractor and how passionate I am about it, my…

Designer v. Architect - Which Does Your Home Remodeling Project Need?

In the planning phases of your residential or home remodeling project, you will need to figure out if you need an architect or a designer – or possibly both. The two are not created equal, so let’s start by looking at how they differ. Remodel…

Home Remodeling and Glass, How Clear Can It Be?

During your San Diego remodeling project, most likely, at some point, you will be encountering glass. From the shower glass or custom framed mirror in your San Diego bathroom remodel to the glass tile backsplash in your new custom San Diego…

Sushi and Kitchen Remodeling in San Diego

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On a recent weekend, as my wife and I enjoyed one of our precious date nights, we reminisced about our day of visiting some of our active San Diego remodeling projects, clients, and sites throughout the county. It was a pretty rainy and windy…

How Much Does an Average Kitchen Remodel Cost?

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Determining the average cost of a kitchen remodel is not an easy task. You might be surprised to learn that kitchen remodels come in all shapes in sizes. In this article, I’ve decided to go with the Olympic standard and divide kitchen remodels…

How to Choose Your Backsplash in a Kitchen Remodel

There's something about a San Diego kitchen remodel that always comes down to one important element... the backsplash! Coincidentally enough, the backsplash is usually the last element to be installed during a kitchen remodeling project. It…

Outdoor Living - A Great Remodeling Project for San Diego

Here in San Diego, we certainly pay a premium for the beautiful weather we enjoy year-round. Whether cooking dinner on the grill during the warm evenings or lazing outdoors reading a good book during the weekend, there might be no more favorite…

What's Your Remodel Contractor's Business Model?

When you begin to seriously consider a remodel on your home, you might be tempted to pick up the phone and start calling contractors. As I’ve already written about, this is a bad idea. Instead, you’ll first want to think about what TYPE…
SHI - Appliances and Fixtures

What Appliances and Fixtures Should I Buy for My Kitchen Remodel?

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When budgeting for a kitchen remodel project, it helps to know exactly what appliances and fixtures you’ll need to put on your shopping list.
SHI - Selecting Shower Fixtures

Selecting Shower Fixtures For Your Bathroom Remodel

One of the areas our San Diego remodeling clients like to spend a little extra time during the design phase of their bathroom remodeling projects is the shower fixture selection. From handheld showerheads with slide bars to steam outlets, body…