Granite countertops need to be sealed at least once a year and sometimes more often depending on the amount of traffic and cleaners you use on them. You can easily tell if the seal is wearing off if the water does not “bead up” on the granite. If it doesn’t bead up, that means the … Read more
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Before you call an electrician and get charged a service fee, do some investigating on your own. First, go to your breaker box and see if any breakers are tripped. If they are, simply switch them to the “on” position and see if this fixes the problem. Sometimes the circuit breaker is tripped even if … Read more
I take for granted that my clients understand construction terminology like I do. I’ve been building and renovating homes in San Antonio for over seventeen years and it is almost second nature to talk about the components that make up a home. It isn’t until later conversations with clients that they tell me that they … Read more
Building an extra room to your house can be a bit more complicated than you think. The first thing you need to do is look at the Property Survey (or Plat) and see what the building setbacks are. Building Setbacks tell you where you are not allowed to build. Look for any type of Easements … Read more
Getting a home inspection is an absolute must before purchasing a new home. It is usually required by the lending company. A home inspector will spend 2-4 hours in the home and inspect everything from: the condition of the home’s heating system; central air conditioning system (temperature permitting); interior plumbing and electrical systems; the roof, … Read more
Planning for a second story room addition in San Antonio is extremely important. The first thing you will want to find out is if this new construction project is even possible. Talk to the homeowners association and let them know your plans before you even lift a finger. Next, meet with your local government to … Read more
Well, it all depends on your scope of work (i.e. moving walls, adding new exterior square footage, project description), time of the year you are remodeling and size of the new remodeling project. Replacing kitchen cabinet and counter tops can take about 2-3 weeks. If you are knocking down or moving walls, the project can … Read more
The term “design build” simply means that you are dealing with one entity (or company) to design and build your construction project from start to finish. This method of hiring a construction company can save a lot of time and money because you do not have to wait for the design to be completed, then … Read more
A building permit basically ensures that your new construction is going through the proper channels in regards to building codes and construction guidelines. This will normally require some sort of plan review by a city official, a building permit application, project description, permit fee’s and inspections by a building inspector. I know that this can … Read more
Since Hardie Siding is non-combustible, some insurance companies offer a discount while others do not. We suggest that you contact your local agent and ask if installing James Hardie Siding on your home will reduce your insurance premium. In any event, since it does not burn, your home will be safer. Rhino Design Build just … Read more
Drop-in sinks (or lay-in sinks) are typically more affordable and can be removed a lot easier. If you are remodeling or just want to change out the sink for newer one, a new stainless steel sink can give your kitchen an updated look. One of the disadvantages of a lay-in sink is water, food particles, … Read more
Windows are an important part of your home’s aesthetics and one of the first things that people see from the exterior of the home. Older windows simply are not as energy efficient as new windows today simply because technology has changed. Windows can account for up to 25 percent of total house heat loss. Replacing … Read more