The Ultimate Black Friday Tool Shopping Guide for DIY Enthusiasts
Black Friday: the one day of the year when it’s socially acceptable to sprint through a store like a caffeinated gazelle, clutching power tools and markdown dreams. For the DIY enthusiast, this sacred shopping event is the perfect time to upgrade the tool collection without having to sell your soul—or your leftover Thanksgiving pie. Whether […]
Home Décor Can Change the Way You Live
Picture this: you walk into your home after a long day. The walls are painted in a dull, lifeless beige, the furniture is mismatched from a yard sale ten years ago, and the lighting? Dim enough to rival a horror movie. Now imagine stepping into the same space, but it’s filled with vibrant colors, cozy […]
5 Easy Home Upgrades Anyone Can Do
You know the feeling—you look around your house and think, “Wow, my home could really use a glow-up.” But who has the time or budget for a complete renovation? Thankfully, you don’t need to become the next HGTV star to make a big impact. Here are five home upgrades so simple, even your dog might […]
Do I Need a New Deck? How to Tell if It Needs Replacing
I’ve seen a lot of decks. I’ve stood on decks, designed decks, built decks; I’ve destroyed decks, refinished decks, partied on decks. You could very well say that I’m a deck expert; a deckspert if you will. I am frequently asked to come look at a decks and put together a design and/or estimate for […]
When should I hire a contractor?
Being a contractor, you need to be informed about many different areas of the trades. We may be experts in a few areas, but for the ones where we have more basic knowledge, we need to know who to call when the rubber really hits the road. How many lights should I ideally have in […]
Thinking of Painting with a Primer?
If you’ve been thinking about remodeling but aren’t quite ready to pull the trigger on a full-blown gut job, consider refreshing things in your home with some fresh paint. A coat or two of some new color can take a tired, drab space up a notch without a whole lot of effort on your part. […]
The Risks and Rewards of Doing It Yourself
So you stopped at McDonald’s to buy a couple of combo meals and a happy meal or two for the little ones. After you’ve finished taking out a second mortgage to try and cover the costs of a fast-food meal for your family, you realize you should probably find some ways to pinch a few […]
5 Essential Home Renovations for Increasing Property Value
When it comes to home renovations, homeowners often consider projects that not only enhance their living space but also add value to their property. Whether you’re planning to sell your home in the near future, or want to increase its market worth, strategic renovations can make a significant difference. In this blog post, we will […]
New Stone Option
One of Omaha’s premier hardscape suppliers is freshening things up with some great new products which are giving homeowners even more options when it comes to the look and feel of their new space. Carson Stone & Supply is now offering Techo-Bloc pavers and retaining wall blocks to the Omaha market. With this new assortment of amazing products […]
7 Reasons To Remodel In The Winter
1. Convenient Project Scheduling It is usually easier for contractors to schedule work in winter months especially if painting, replacing flooring, updating lighting and plumbing are involved because there is a lot less exterior work being done. This will free up a contractor’s schedule for interior projects such as painting, replacing flooring, repairing drywall, updating lighting […]