I’ve been building new homes and remodeling homes in San Antonio and Bexar County for years. I’ve always found it enjoying…taking your ideas and turning them into a reality. Imagine a 20 to 30 year old kitchen: The cabinets are oak, some of the drawers stick and they’re dark which makes the kitchen feel dark. … Read more
Danny Garcia
I build and renovate homes in San Antonio and Bexar County. Choosing the right contractor can be confusing if you don’t know where to start. Before you begin any construction project, make sure your builder or general contractor includes a list of Building Specifications in the contract. The Building Specifications or “Specs” (as we call … Read more
Home Remodeling should be exciting. I deal with tons of homeowners every year here in San Antonio and Alamo Heights. The reality of it is often less so. In fact, for many people remodeling is nothing but frustration. Prepare yourself for the upcoming project as best as possible. Chances are they are people who didn’t … Read more
Texans who want to save energy and money will have the opportunity to do both if they purchase an appliance from April 16-25. Appliances that qualify for the rebate include refrigerators, water heaters, dishwashers, freezers, air conditioners and washing machines. The new Energy Star appliances will save you money every month on your electric bill … Read more
Rhino Design Build put this “cheat sheet” together for anyone who wants to know what words mean what. We build and remodel homes in Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, San Antonio and Bexar County. *Do you have a construction term that you need defined? Post a comment with your question and I’ll get back to you. … Read more
A bathroom remodeling project is a popular choice and also a smart one. You can save energy and money with key upgrades, and ensure that this room is functional and affordable for yourself and your family. I advise new clients to consider going green every time we build room addition or a home remodel in … Read more
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Problem: Disposal Will Not Turn On (no noise) Ok, before you call out a repairman to diagnose the problem, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot the problem on your own. This might save you a few bucks. You can thank me later. If the Garbage Disposal will not turn on … Read more
Sounds a bit crazy, but the reason is the paint forms a seal around the lid. This will help the paint last longer when you store it. Just make sure to place a mat, plastic wrap, cardboard or drop cloth on the bottom in case it leaks a bit (which it might). Also, storing them … Read more
Most people don’t pay an attention to their Water Heater or know where it is located in the house. Your water heater uses about 14-25% of your electric bill. I call it the Rodney Dangerfield of appliances because it typically “gets no respect.” It is constantly working even when you are not at home, on … Read more
Your Refrigerator uses 13.7% of your electricity bill. A 2009 Energy Star refrigerator model will save you up to 40% in energy use over refrigerators manufactured as recently as 2001. It might seem wasteful to get rid of that 2001 model, but it makes good financial sense. Just make sure it is labeled as an … Read more
There are a few answers for this one and I see lots of it living here in San Antonio, Texas. First, your foundation could be moving or settling a bit. Don’t be alarmed. Most foundations will settle over time and a crack in the drywall isn’t necessarily a big deal. Simple taping and floating can … Read more