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
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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
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
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
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
A written contract be between you (the homeowner) and the contractor is an absolute MUST when you hire someone to do any kind of home remodeling or home renovation. I have heard from many people that have hired contractors and never get a signed contract. That absolutely blows my mind. Construction is a very rough … Read more