Recent Remodeling -- Retro-Modern Basement

We are particularly proud of this project. It has won 5 awards, 4 of which were national awards:

• Regional Chrysalis Award - Best Finished Basement
• National Chrysalis Award - Best Finished Basement
• Qualified Remodeler Magazine Master Design Award - Honorable Mention Finished Basement
• Professional Remodeler Magazine Best of the Best Award - Platinum Finished Basement
• Janus Award for winning both the National Chrysalis and the Master Design Award

Watch and love:

Recent Remodeling -- Craftsman Bungalow

Here's another clip from the second edition of our CD-ROM. This project exemplifies our efforts to maintain the integrity of structure of the buildings, mostly houses, that we remodel. We like to think that our addtions look as if they have always been there. Our work on this house won the Bronze Master Design Award for a Whole House Remodel under $200,000 from Qualified Remodeler magazine. Watch and see if you agree:

Recent Remodeling -- ¡Caliente!

Here's another great clip from the second edition of our CD-ROM. It's no longer a "recent" project; it was completed in 2006. You may know and love ¡Caliente! Restaurant in the Museum District, but you may not know that we were responsible for the fabulous exterior facelift and patio. While we don't often do commercial projects, this is right smack in the middle of our business neighborhood, and the owners were dear friends of long standing. It won a regional COTY (Contractor of the Year) award from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Enjoy:

Autumn Home Maintenance

It's hard to believe it's already September. While it is hot and humid now, soon it will be Fall, which is the prime time to assess your home to determine if there are any maintenance needs before the onset of winter. Proper maintenance is the key to protect the investment you've made in your home.

In August or September, for example, we recommend you use a vacuum with a narrow nozzle to clean condenser coils on the back of or underneath your refrigerator. This is also a good time to check faucets for leaks and replace washers or make repairs. Finally, clean under your range hood and clean or replace the filter. We can help you with all of these chores.