No matter what the season, basement repairs and maintenance are much easier to keep up with when you regularly spend time in the space. Since most unfinished basements are used for nothing but storage, few people bother to frequent them (much less examine them!). By making your basement a more pleasant, pertinent place to be, …
If you’ve found yourself dreaming of a kitchen that is perfect for entertaining, don’t worry—you’re not alone. In a USA Today poll in 2019, 69 percent of consumers polled said they wished they could spend more money on new appliances, 55 percent said they would spend more on new granite countertops, and 48 percent said they’d like …
If you are thinking about building your very own custom home now is the time to do it!! Start the New Year with a fresh slate and turn your dream home into a reality!! Our awesome team of experts at Mike Blake Custom Homes are ready to assist you every step of the way! We …
There are 10 Questions to Ask Custom Home Builders if you are considering a new home building project in East Texas. Whether you have built a custom home before or its your first time, these are fundamental questions you should know the answer to as you select who will be building your dream home. 10 …
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A large portion of Millennials – 43 percent – prefer a home design that includes a completely open layout for their family room and dining room. This preference is higher than any other generation, according to a National Association of Home Builders report, What Home Buyers Really Want . 55 percent of Millenials want a …
One of the most important items on future home-owners lists is energy efficiency. Common items chosen to showcase energy efficiency are hi-tech appliances, triple-pane UV windows, HVAC equipment, smart appliances, etc. However, there is another item that can provide substantial cost savings that usually is never discussed, roof sheathing. Most people do not think of …
The third quarter of 2019 is upon us, let’s look back and see the bathroom trends and styles that consumers are looking at. From transitional to smart bathrooms, Craftsman style to conservative home builders are bringing their own personalities into their bathrooms. The National Kitchen & Bath Association completed a study that was aimed …
With the last days of summer upon us, the Grilling Season will soon be at an end. That in mind, and a love of grilling, we bring some recipes to you and hope that you enjoy them with your family and friends. Summer Sangria Watermelon Lemons Strawberries, (other berries if you like) Simple syrup 1-2 …
It should be noted that not all savings will be realized upfront. Some of these upgrades in insulation materials and heating/cooling equipment may be more expensive upfront. On the back-end, though, the monthly cost of energy will be a fraction that it used to be, and, as a home owner, will not be using as many fossil fuels.
The first half of 2019 is in the rear-view mirror, and the seasons will be changing soon. Families will be spending more time indoors, in the kitchen cooking and having fun. Metrostudy and Meyer’s Research did a recent Consumer Insight Series, so what is trending in American kitchens so far this year? Homeowners are looking …
