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Why you Shouldn’t DIY Your Home Remodel

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Doing-it-yourself is all the rage right now, from home repairs to crafting, weddings to clothing. It can be tempting, looking at the plethora of tutorials and self-help guides out there and comparing quotes, to skip the professional contractor and just DIY your home remodeling project. We at Adroit Design Remodeling have one piece of advice for aspiring DIY remodelers – Don’t! Here are four reasons why: Remodeling can be dangerous Remodeling your home can be dangerous work, especially if you’re planning to do any structural or electrical work. You risk injuring yourself or damaging your home if something goes wrong,…

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5 Questions to ask When Choosing a Contractor

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The first big hurdle once you’ve decided to start a home remodeling project is to find a contractor. Choosing the right person for your job can be a stressful process, but knowing which questions to ask can make the process go more smoothly. Here are five important things to ask any home remodeling contractor before you sign on the dotted line: How long have you been in business, and will I be able to contact some former clients for references? This is the most important question to ask any potential contractor, and it can easily separate the good guys from…

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Top Tips for a Successful Basement Remodel

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Remodeling your basement into usable living area not only gives you and your family more space, it can increase the value of your home. Here are seven key things to remember to discuss with your contractor when planning a basement remodel: Take the time to make sure your basement is waterproof Before beginning any basement remodeling project, carefully check for any water issues. Key signs of water intrusion are pools and drips coming off below-ground walls, as well as water damage and bubbling paint. Find the sources of these drips and have them repaired. If water issues are really bad,…

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How Long Does a Kitchen Remodel Take?

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Learn About Kitchen Remodeling from the Experts at ADR! Kitchens vary in shapes, size, color, and materials. A question that our clients often ask is, “How long will this project take?” We’re here to help answer that question for you. Read on to learn more! When Adroit starts a kitchen remodeling project, we move through a variety of phases to ensure that the end result is in line with the needs, wants, and budget of the client. The steps are: Design and Contract Demolition Rough-In Finishing Cabinet and Appliance Installation Design and Contract Phase This is the creative part. During…

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Choosing a Countertop

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7 Types of Materials for your Kitchen Remodel When beginning a kitchen remodeling project, it is easy to feel overwhelmed with all of the details and choices. As homeowners ourselves, we understand the myriad of choices that you’ll be faced with, and we’re here to help make your kitchen remodeling decisions a bit easier. Read on to learn more about the most common countertop materials and their characteristics including durability, longevity, and maintenance:   Granite Countertops Granite is a classic material that arguably looks good in every home due to its natural grain and unique look. Not a single granite…

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Kitchen Remodeling Benefits

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Why Should I Remodel my Kitchen? If we polled one hundred people, we’d discover that many of them believe that the kitchen is the most important place in every home. Not only do we spend many hours in the kitchen each week, it also is the area of our home where we entertain guests and a space that we love to feel comfortable in. A homeowner may begin to research kitchen remodeling due to the purchase of a home that is in need of updating, and sometimes families grow and change and homeowners find themselves needing additional space, creature comforts, or cabinets. With a kitchen remodel,…

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