Not All Remodelers Are Equal

I am doing a kitchen remodel in Woodridge.  The owner already had his bathroom done by another company about 6 months earlier. The spout on the tub was very wobbly and he asked me to look at it. I was shocked to see how amateurish the work was.  The other construction...

Keeping It Clean

As a home remodeler, it is common for me to work in occupied homes.  No matter how you slice it, remodeling is dirty work.  Walls come down, floors come up, and dust is everywhere. Although dirt can’t be eliminated completely I do my best to minimize it.  When...

A Customized Threshold

I recently did a bathroom remodel in Naperville.  The customer chose a stone tile for the floor.  Unfortunately, the bathroom subfloor was out of level. This resulted in a considerable difference in the height between the tile bathroom floor and the oak floor outside...

A House Face-Lift

My customer needed to change out the windows from his 1984 Georgian.  The old windows were contractor grade.  He elected to use Pella Architect Series windows.  These windows are not only high quality, but they also have high curb appeal.  Unlike a lower grade of...

Details Count

There is a difference between doing a job and doing a job well.   It is easy to do sloppy work, or to complete a job without thinking about aesthetics.  Spending a little more time on a project in the beginning, will yield a more pleasing outcome. The following photos...

Painting Crown Molding The Professional Way

I’m finishing up a project in Naperville.  Part of that project was to install and paint crown molding.  My trim carpenter put up the molding, but I painted it. The best way to get a professional finish is to use a paint sprayer.  The best paint sprayer to use...