You should probably remodel if: Homeowners who love their homes, their neighbors, and their communities most often remodel because they already have everything they want.  They might be lacking some features such as master bedroom suite, a gourmet kitchen, or an updated bathroom. One main advantage of home remodeling is that you only need to … Read more

I get this question almost everyday and the answer is:  It Depends.  If you are adding a room addition, then how tall are the ceilings?  What kind of exterior finish are you going to use? (stucco, brick, rock hardi plank)  What kind of flooring?  (carpet, ceramic tile, travertine, stained concrete)  Are the electrical, plumbing and … Read more

  Whether you have a newer home, or an older one, eventually you will consider a home remodel to give your place a an updated face lift. I just finished meeting with a new client in Alamo Heights and she had lived in the home for 20 years.  She loved her home and didn’t want … Read more

A well-planned room addition can enhance the style of your home as well as provide new found space, comfort, and increase the value of your home.  There are many reasons for home remodeling or adding living space to your home.  Perhaps your growing family needs another bedroom or bathroom.  (which was the case for the … Read more

A room addition can give your home much-needed space, comfort, and style.  One of the most fun parts of putting an addition on your home is the planning and dreaming stage.  I share the following information with my clients in San Antonio before we begin any room addition or home remodeling project. The first thing … Read more

There are two ways to go about making home improvements or complete home remodeling. Either you splurge for something purely for the pleasure of having it — the Italian marble bathroom you’ve dreamed about; that Gourmet Kitchen that your spouse has been hinting at for the last few years — or you take a different … Read more

Interior spring cleaning might be over, but how clean is the exterior of your house?  Give it a bath with a garden hose and mild detergent. If you have vinyl siding, be careful with pressure washers; they can sometimes force water under the siding, which can create mold or mildew. You can hire a professional … Read more

This illustration shows how common air leaks are caused in a home and where they occur.  You can help stop air leaks around windows and doors with silicone caulking.  Check the exterior for cracked or missing caulking.  Remove the old caulking as best you can and then come back with a new bead. If you … Read more

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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

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