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Green home remodeling is one of the latest trends that have created a lot of hype among homeowners looking to update their homes. Eco-friendly practices may be second nature to you, but it can be hard to know what direction to take with your home, especially if you haven’t spoken with an Oregon remodeler. As you interview remodeling contractors, calm your uncertainties about green home remodeling with a look at the truth behind several popular myths.
Myth 1: Green home remodeling is just another trend.
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 One of the best ways to maximize the value of your home and improve its curb appeal is with a landscape renovation. Landscape design has come a long way in the past decade, and 2012 is full of new trends you can use to transform your yard into a brag-worthy space. When it comes to implementing the latest trends in landscape design, Portland residents are lucky because they can begin a project almost any time of the year.
Landscape design trends for 2012 include:
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 Put a twist on the New Year’s tradition by making resolutions related to home remodeling. Sometimes New Year’s resolutions are unrealistic (like trying to fit into the jeans you wore in middle school), but a home remodel resolution is simple to fulfill on any budget. To help make your resolution a reality, talk to a Portland, Oregon remodeling contractor about getting the work started.
Home remodeling New Year’s resolutions to consider:
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 Oregon’s rainy weather serves as a great reminder of the benefits of having a patio cover in your backyard. Adding one during a landscape renovation can help you create an outdoor living space that protects your family and house guests from the elements, and makes your backyard usable year-round.
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Kitchen renovations that include ways to make holiday entertaining simpler make sense, especially if you play hostess annually. When planning a kitchen remodel, think about things in your kitchen you wished were different during the holidays as you prepared to entertain guests or during a party. Then, contact a kitchen remodeling contractor about implementing your ideas so this area of your home offers you convenience and allows for the easy flow of foot traffic.
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 Gift giving during the holidays can be tricky – unless you are shopping for a home remodeler. If someone you know is currently remodeling or planning a home remodel, here are some gift ideas that will help make this endeavor simpler or less stressful:
Home Improvement Store Gift Certificate
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 New flooring or counters provide simple ways to give a home a bright facelift. Any Portland flooring company can sell you carpet, and you can find countertop solutions at the home improvement store. However, a good home improvement remodeling project should include the personal attention you deserve.
When it comes to helping you add a personal touch to your surface materials needs, Area Floors understands the importance of working closely with customers. Area Floors is based in Portland, Oregon; flooring is a passion for its employees, who pride themselves on personalized customer service and making the process of choosing a new floor or countertop simple.
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 Home improvement remodeling can be stressful – and when you are stressed, it’s easy to make mistakes. As long as you have a good idea about what not to do when working with home remodelers or remodeling contractors, however, you can save time and money and end up with results you love. Check out this list of the most common and expensive home improvement remodeling mistake to avoid, and keep them in mind for your next remodel project.
Mistake #1: Using the First Company you find in a List of Remodeling Contractors
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 Embarking on a home remodeling project can seem overwhelming at first. There are a lot of details to consider, from interviewing home remodelers to deciding how many upgrades your budget can accommodate. With all of the options available – from stainless steel appliances to granite countertops to low-flow fixtures – separating out what’s truly important to you can be tricky.
A quality remodeling contractor can help you narrow down your list of wants into a focused plan that meets both your needs and your budget. As you begin your search for home remodel contractors, however, you can make the process more manageable by breaking it down into smaller steps. Here are a few advance preparations that can help you get a good jump on your remodel:
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 Sustainability is becoming increasingly important to Oregonians in all aspects of life – including lawn care and landscape design. Landscape East & West is committed to using and promoting eco-friendly landscaping practices such as water conservation and storm water solutions; organic fertilizer programs; energy-efficient landscape lighting and more.
Landscape East & West provides sustainable landscaping services in Beaverton, Lake Oswego, West Linn and other Portland-area communities. Here’s a look at just a few of the services this award-winning Portland-area landscape contractor offers: Continue reading →
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