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What is VA Specially Adapted Housing?

February 8, 2021 6:48 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Disabled veterans and service members deserve decent and dignified housing options that fit their needs, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has programs in place to help make this happen. But what exactly is VA specially adapted housing, and how does it help disabled veterans in Pennsylvania maintain their independence? Certain grants can help the disabled veteran or service member in your life achieve their goal of owning a home that’s specially adapted to their mobility needs. When it comes time to remodel an existing home or build an ADA-compliant home from scratch, contractors in Pennsylvania can provide...


What You Need to Know About Handicap Accessibility

February 1, 2021 7:11 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Older individuals or those with physical limitations often don’t want to sacrifice their lifestyle by moving into a new house. Instead, they want their current home to be modified to meet their needs. Modifying a home to accommodate those with limited mobility isn’t easy, though. There are a lot of project aspects that a handicap accessibility contractor in Pennsylvania must work through. This post will cover a few of the things that go into updating a home to accommodate those with physical limitations: Kitchen remodeling: Even if the person with physical limitations isn’t a dedicated home chef, they’ll still need...


The Top Reasons to Build a Custom Home

January 25, 2021 7:05 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When people are looking to purchase a home, many of them start by browsing websites like Zillow to find one on the market. But buying an existing home isn’t the only option—you can also opt to build a custom home that’s constructed just for you. Continue reading to learn about a few of the advantages of custom home design in Pennsylvania over buying an older house: A floor plan that fits your lifestyle: Finding a home that meets all of your needs isn’t easy if you’re shopping around on the market. For the perfect floor plan, you’ll have to build...


Improve Your Landscaping for Maximum Curb Appeal

November 26, 2020 10:02 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

If you are considering remodeling to enhance your home’s resale value, don’t forget about the exterior. Improving curb appeal is essential to respecting your neighborhood and making your home appealing to potential buyers. If people cannot get past the mess outside, they are never going to see the improvements you made inside. Fortunately, you do not have to do a major yard makeover just to enjoy the benefits of curb appeal. Here are five ideas for improving your curb appeal in Pennsylvania: Create a welcoming space: If you have a front porch with room for chairs, plants and tables, create...


Storage Ideas to Declutter and Organize on a Budget

November 12, 2020 10:02 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Storage ideas are the new trendy way to reorganize your home. However, many of the accessories advertised as being the best in how to declutter and organize your home are expensive. With budgets stretched during these uncertain times, it can be discouraging to see the mere act of tidying up become an expensive undertaking. However, it doesn’t have to be. Here are five ideas for organizing your Pennsylvania home on a budget: Keep empty toilet paper rolls: Empty toilet paper rolls have many creative uses that will help you in your decluttering efforts. If you have a drawer full of...


Protect Your Home from the Elements with These Weatherization Projects

September 24, 2020 9:35 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Throughout the year, your home must bear the brunt of various weather conditions. From the extreme heat of the summer to the winter’s freezing temperatures, along with the high winds and precipitation associated with rainstorms and snowstorms, your house experiences a number of variables that affect how much you spend on energy every month. As one of the top-rated home builders in Pennsylvania, we commonly see homeowners ignoring the important weatherization tasks they need to complete to protect their homes from the elements. Doors and windows It’s not uncommon for people to call us with questions about weatherization, since we’re...


Upgrade Your Bathroom on a Budget

September 24, 2020 9:33 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

The condition of the bathrooms in your home impacts its overall functionality, its resale value and the amount of time it spends on the market when you’re trying to sell. Homebuyers want to see clean, fresh and updated bathrooms when they’re looking at available residences. Even if you’re on a tight budget, bathroom remodeling in Pennsylvania doesn’t have to break the bank. Inexpensive bathroom upgrades that transform the space When you decide to make significant changes, bathroom remodeling in Pennsylvania can quickly become a costly expense. However, there are inexpensive updates a contractor can make that will give your bathroom...


Why You Should Consider Using Design-Build Contractors vs. an Architect and General Contractor

August 5, 2020 10:54 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When you’re building or renovating a home or commercial building, there are a lot of different aspects to consider, including who will draw up the plans and who will execute them. Working with a design-build contractor makes it possible for you to work with one contractor throughout the duration of the project, thus vastly simplifying the process. Here are the advantages of using a design-build firm in Pennsylvania: One contractor for the whole process: Working with multiple companies opens up a lot of room for error and miscommunication. Working with design-build contractors ensures that the people who design your home...