What does going green mean? Going green is a popular phrase being used today, but not everyone know exactly what it means. Chances are, you have heard it referred to quite a lot. In essence, it refers to using various everyday methods to help save the world and its environment. Many people consider going green … Read more
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The cost for a new kitchen or bathroom remodel will be determined by the brands or materials you select, the size of the project, where you live in the country and the layout of the new design. For kitchens, pricing can start at $30,000 if you are replacing cabinets and counter tops. The price can … Read more
Where’s the hot water? This is fairly common problem. Before you reach for the phone to call in a professional, one of two things is probably wrong with your water heater: 1. If there is no loss of water pressure, but the water supply is cold and flows continuous, it’s probably a burned out pilot … Read more
I hear this from almost every new client I meet. It is amazing to hear all the different excuses that are given as to why the contractor can’t show up that day. I’m a contractor myself and have been working in San Antonio for my entire career. I will be the first to admit that … Read more
Rhino Design Build gets this question quite often. The answer is quite simple. Start by answering this question: What kind of a remodeling project am I considering? (a bathroom remodel, a kitchen remodel, a room addition, upstairs addition, more square footage, tearing down walls to open up the floor plan) Begin with making a list … Read more
You don’t think much about sink drains until they get clogged. The truth is that sink drains work very hard for you everyday. More thank likely, you can go for years without thinking about them, until they get clogged. A plugged drain certainly demands attention, but fixing it is probably something you can do yourself. … Read more
A garage conversion can be one of the easiest and most affordable ways to add living space to a home without having to incur the cost of a new room addition. The foundation, walls and roof are already in place. In many houses, a well-planned garage conversion can create a new family room, game room, … Read more
There are many different options that determine a payment schedule in the remodeling industry. Receiving some sort of down payment at contract signing is a standard when hiring a contractor for a home remodel project. A payment schedule should be part of the contract. Typical down payments are 25% to 33%. Sometimes even higher depending … Read more
Building a new detached garage can be a great way to get some additional storage space and get the cars out of the driveway or street. If you go with a steeper pitch on the roof, you can get some great attic storage space. This is very useful and can allow you to get rid … Read more
Let me start by asking you a question: What kind of remodeling project are you considering? If you are doing something small like replacing your counter-tops or cabinets then the answer is: No. If you are taking on a major remodeling project like renovating an entire kitchen or adding on a room addition, then the … Read more