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
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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
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
There is not a 100% fool proof system to choosing a contractor. I’ll be completely honest here…I’ve made many mistakes on jobs before and it will happen again. Construction is a very rough business to be in. Things happen that a lot of time we don’t have control over: material delays, weather delays, delivery problems, … Read more
Hiring a contractor can be a very difficult thing to do especially if you have never been through the construction process before. My advise is to first talk to people who been through a home remodel, room addition, kitchen or bathroom remodel, or built a custom home. Not only will they be able to give … Read more
If you are building more than 100 sq ft or moving walls or doors, a building permit is required. Homeowners (owners) can obtain building permits and hire licensed contractors to perform the work. Homeowners can obtain a home repair permit, plumbing and mechanical permit to perform repairs or replace fixtures in a single family home. … Read more
As a home builder and remodeler in San Antonio, Texas, Rhino Design Build gets this question a lot. When do I need a building permit? If you are building more than 100 sq ft or moving walls or doors, a building permit is required in the City of San Antonio. If you’re doing sidewalk, driveway … Read more
Rhino Design Build is building this new garage in San Antonio. This video shows the foundation being poured for the new 20′-0″ x 20′-0″ garage. The ceiling height will be 8′-0″ and we were able to recycle some french doors and windows that were removed from the main house we are remodeling. This garage will … 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
Rhino Design Build….San Antonio’s room addition experts.
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