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Have you been dreaming about updating your Kitchen? What about your Bathroom? Maybe you recently decided your finally going to go ahead and build that amazing Theater Room you always wanted? Whether its functionality or aesthetics your looking for, our Creative Team can help guide you along the way. Schedule a Free In-Home Consultation and let us help you turn your vision into reality.

  • Building a houseBeing prepared to do your remodel will make the process less stressful and things will go more smoothly. When starting a new remodel, it is normal to feel a little nervous but preparing for the endeavor in advance will help calm your nerves during the process. How much will the product be financially? How much time is it going to take? What exactly are you looking for? Having an idea of these things in advance will be beneficial.

    1. Dust happens. Even though it might not be close to the construction site, dust can still accumulate. One way to avoid this is by creating an impermanent wall between the site of the remodel and the rest of your home or building. You can also use air handlers, which are systems for filtering air. They can keep the dust from the air in the rest of the setting. If you can, avoid using the furnace in the home and block cold/warm air returns. If you skip this step, you will pull dust from the site to where you are staying. Speak with a professional before blocking ducts to make sure your system will still run correctly.
    2. Excitement! Some people get excited when they see the first sign of the remodel. Some are happy when they see the old fixtures being torn down. Others don’t get excited until they see the final product. Take time to look over everything that is happening. It takes a lot to get to the final product.
    3. Unexpected things happen. There could be weird wiring, jimmy-rigged plumbing, asbestos, and other things that could turn up during a remodel. When considering a budget , be sure to include some leeway for the unexpected.
    4. Cash on hand. Although you planned your budget and could be right on track, the amount of money you are planning to spend itself can be overwhelming. Costs increases and and changes can be stressful. Having atleast ten percent over your contract price available if needed will help to reduce your stress levels when these issues arise.  More is better.
    5. Decision making. How high do you want that window pane? Where should the electrical outlets go? What type of metal will look best? There will be a million questions to answer as you go through the process. Even after you pick a contractor, there are many decisions to be made.
    6. Noise. There will be saws going, sanders turning, compressors, and nail guns among other awful noises all at once. Don’t plan on doing anything that requires a calm, quiet environment. It gets a little hard to deal with, so it is better to enjoy some quiet time elsewhere during the renovation.
    7. Sighs. There will be many times where you just let out a sigh during the process and feel a little defeated. There will be a lot of checks to write and a lot of questions to answer.  There will be a lot of people walking in and out of your home and not much privacy for your and your family. But the end result Is worth it.
    8. Additions and Reductions. Things that are added or removed can either work in favor for your budget or against it. As the job progresses you may want to add or change something to suit your needs and make your new space exactly how you want it.
    9. Delays occur. People fall ill, snow decides to come down heavily, and deliveries can run late. Your schedule may change a little depending on all of these factors, plus more that is uncontrollable.
    10. Final details. After the project seems complete, you may still have a few things to take care of. Maybe a shipment was delivered damaged, or something didn’t arrive at all. These last things may take the longest to get done, but it is important that the things you want get done, and done right. After all, this project is pricey and you want it to last!
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    You’ve decided to remodel your kitchen. Now what? Not knowing where to start, many homeowners fall into two camps. Some start by looking at appliances. Others start by collecting inspiring kitchen photos. Some decide they need more room. Others simply want to upgrade their current kitchen. Homeowners may find themselves in this exploration stage for a year or longer before they start interviewing kitchen designers or general contractors.Once you’ve pondered long enough and you’re ready to green-light a kitchen remodeling project, then what? We’ll start with the first 9 steps and we’ll get into the nitty-gritty details under specific steps as we move through the complete workbook.

     

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    9 Surprising Considerations for a Bathroom Remodel

    Mark Clement
    Houzz Contributor

    Bathroom modeling and design blend big dreams and practical realities. To make a bathroom work, it’s best to design from the fixtures and finishes backward to the walls and floor. The little things about an intimate room can make a huge difference in the day-to-day experience of it.

    At the beginning of the process — the dream phase — the focus tends to be on color, layout, heated floors and moving things around. These are all important things, but if nobody is thinking about the stuff behind the walls and under the floors to make the overall design work well and affordably, the train will head off the tracks as soon as it leaves the station.

    Here are nine things to think about at the outset of a bathroom project and at every step of construction.

    1. Problems under tile. Little things can become big, expensive problems in an old-house bathroom remodel. Subway wall tile and small black and white floor tiles are possible indicators of an older home. And when you talk about removing and replacing old tiles, you’re often talking “wet bed.”

    A wet bed essentially means the tiles are sitting on a slab of concrete poured into the floor system — not how it’s done today. Wet-bed tiles are difficult and expensive to remove. Wall tiles may have several coats of concrete and maybe wire lath — brutal. You might want to settle for these tiles and spend your time and money elsewhere. Good thing vintage is in.

    2. Hiding the plumbing — or not. Think carefully about fixtures and all the stuff that’s connected to them as you lay out the plumbing, electrical and framing, not the other way around. This will help you avoid mistakes and do tighter work.

    You may choose to leave plumbing supply lines exposed, as in the bathroom here, for a more industrial or vintage look. Or you may choose to hide them behind the sink pedestal for a more modern look. Little things make big impressions.

    3. Think threshold. Curbless showers are awesome, but for the water to flow into the drain, the floor has to be high enough to pitch the tile into the drain. When you add thickness to the floor, you have to think about the transitions into the room. If someone needs to wheel into the room, accommodations must be made.

    4. Privacy, please. Consider privacy, as bathrooms tend to be shared. I’m a big fan of toilet rooms. They’re pretty easy to install, and they make a master bath much more accommodating for two people who use it at the same time.

    5. Do you want a warm floor? One of the biggest layout control points for a bathroom remodel is the door threshold. When you add a heated floor or curbless shower, this transition area is affected, so consider the implications carefully. The thicker the floor, the bigger this transition.

    6. Kill cold spots. For showers on outside walls with soap nooks (love them), tuck a piece of rigid foam insulation behind the backer board before you tile to minimize a cold spot inside the home.

    7. Are two bathrooms better than one? You bet. Side-by-side sinks are great for large master baths. But for some couples, two small bathrooms work even better — each person gets a private nook. This may make for a smaller “master,” but it can make for a more awesome experience every day.

    8. Shower power. Do you take a lot of baths? Do you like to luxuriate in the shower? Consider adding a ¾-inch supply line to the tub or shower for a more consistent, faster flow of water. It’s the opposite of a water-saving tip; this not-so-green idea would be a splurge.

    9. Water on the floor. Stand-alone showers are awesome features, but think about the bath mat that might abut it every day. And about traffic flow. There are no (or not many) mats that work with stalls that open at the corner, so you’re stuck with a bare floor on one side of the shower door and a bath mat on the other. And that means a puddle after every shower.


     

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    Additional Living Space

    Is your family growing? Do you need a spare bedroom or a guest room? Remodeling your basement is a great way to expand your living space.   Basements are like a blank slate that you can convert into the type of space that you need.  Be it an extra bedroom, a recreation room, a theater room, craft room or anything that you have always wished that you had more room for your basement is there ready to be converted.  Now is the time to contact American Home Specialist and let us help you convert that space into something that you have always wanted. 

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    Theater Room

    A basement is the perfect place to build a home theater room.  It is spacious and the lighting is perfect.  Have regular family movie nights or invite your friend over for an evening of entertainment.  The possibilities for a home theater are endless.  Let American Home Specialists help you design your dream theater.

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    Exercise Room

    Make more time for fitness when the fitness equipment is right in your home.  A basement provides the perfect space for a home gym.  Your beautiful new space will give you the incentive you need to keep in shape.  The possibilities are endless! Contact an American Home Specialists consultant and start on you way to better fitness!

     

     


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    Playroom

    Let American Home Specialists make the perfect playroom for your little ones.  Consolidate all the toys in your home to one room and make a childhood dreamland.  Your choldren will spend hours of joy in their own special space.  Contact AHS now and let’s talk toys!

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  • How many times have thought about opening up your kitchen, adding an island, upgrading your flooring or just modernizing your home.  Whatever home remodeling job you have dreamt about, American Home Specialists have done it.  Contact us to discuss you project and we will help guide you on how you can accomplish it.

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  • Throw get-togethers and entertain in style with that custom bar that you have always wanted.  A beautiful new bar will impress your friends and serve as a lovely gathering place.  American Home Specialists are experienced builders that can help you install and create you new bar.

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Interior remodeling of your home adds value and years of enjoyment.  AHS design experts can help you plan, design and carry out your project.  Contact them and discuss your ideas for your home improvement project.

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