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Did you know…? – Blueprints
A blueprint is a reproduction of a technical drawing, documenting an architecture or an engineering design, using a contact print process on light sensitive sheets. Check out these interesting tidbits about blueprints Invented in the 19th century, the blueprint...
CMBA Tour of Homes!
Mark your calendars, folks -- the CMBA Tour of Homes is just around the corner and this year Home Check Plus will be showcasing a custom-built home! The design includes large open spaces, tall ceilings with tray & vaulted areas, and expansive window walls with...
Warning Signs of Storm Damage!
Did the area you live in get hit by a storm recently? It is important to check out your home for any possible storm damage. Please be safe if you choose to do so yourself versus hiring a professional. Here are some tips for identifying storm damage… Common...
What is the Kitchen Work Triangle
When designing your kitchen, it is important to keep in mind the work triangle – the imaginary line between the sink, refrigerator and cooktop. The concept of the kitchen work triangle was developed in the 1940's with the goal of maximizing efficiency and...
Kitchen Layouts & Floor Plans
One of the very first steps in the kitchen planning process is determining the layout. A kitchen layout is a blueprint for how your kitchen will look and function! The work triangle serves as the basis on which all kitchen layouts are designed It is the imaginary...
Top Kitchen & Bathroom Trends
What's the latest and greatest in kitchen and bathroom designs? Well, according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), these are the top kitchen and bathroom trends for 2013... 1. Gray color schemes (grays in kitchens = 55% and grays in bathrooms = 56%)...
Tips for Building an Addition
Are you thinking about adding on to your home? Here are some things to keep in mind when building an addition, so the new works well with the old. Wish Wildly The best place to start is with a wish list. Ask yourself what problems you want to solve and what...
Do You Need a New Roof?
How often do you look at your roof? If you're like most people, you maybe quickly glance up at the roof line while you are pulling in and out of the driveway. The fact is the roof has a BIG role - to protect your home, so it is best to give your roof some attention...
Red, White & Blue Home Decor
We love everything about the 4th of July -- the fireworks, parades, BBQs, waving Old Glory...what can we say, we are proud to Americans!We aren't even afraid to admit we get a little choked up singing Lee Greenwood's, "God Bless the USA" -- how can you not? We...
DIY Drilling Tip!
You know the drill (pun intended)...you simply drill a hole in the wall only to have the dust fall all over to clean up or vacuum later. Kind of a pain. Well, we have the perfect DIY tip for you to eliminate that process. When drilling in drywall, stick a folded...
Tool Time – Saw Buying Guide
When working on home improvement projects, a saw is one tool that could be useful to have. Before you make a purchase, there are some things you should know. First and foremost, as with all power tools, it is important to wear safety glasses and to make sure the guard...
It’s Finally Deck Season!
Whether you like to entertain, read, grill, or just relax , a deck is a great place to spend time in these summer months. We remodeled this particular deck with Trex Transcends maintenance free decking material...less upkeep = more time to enjoy! Three Trex...
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