Residential remodeling services make up a huge industry in the United States, generating an estimated $47 billion worth of revenue every year. However, of the variety of general remodeling projects a homeowner might choose to undertake, residential bathroom remodeling is among the most popular, and profitable: studies show that 78% of remodeling and construction projects focus on this important room, and that the average renovated bathroom has a return on investment (ROI) of 63.6%. With these promising statistics, there are plenty of reasons to undertake this type of project in your own home. Read on for a few tips to help make your residential bathroom remodeling a success! Don't Skip the Planning Process Did you know that the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) recommends spending up to six months simply planning your residential bathroom remodeling project? While this might seem a little extreme, it is important to set aside some...

When you decide to rent out a home, the home does not have to be perfect. Ideally, you should provide your tenants with properly working appliances and a functioning home, but there is no reason to think that you need to invest thousands of dollars into major renovations to rent a home successfully. Using  handyman services  should normally be enough to get what you need done to your rental home before you start marketing the property and scheduling open houses. Take Care of Expected Maintenance In most situations, the maintenance required should not be anything substantial, especially if you take the time to screen your applicants thoroughly. If you recently purchased the property, you should know exactly what needs to be done to the property beforehand, which will help you determine whether handyman services are sufficient enough to get the rental property in renting shape. Handle Minor Repairs While the list...

Kitchen remodeling is the perfect way to give your home a new and intriguing look. Many homeowners in Kensington, MD have gone ahead with a kitchen remodeling project to give their home a fresh new look. Here at Smith, Thomas & Smith, Inc., we proudly offer kitchen remodeling services to the Kensington, MD area.     Maybe your kitchen cabinets are getting too old or you are just looking for a new feel to your cooking space. Whatever the case may be, a kitchen remodeling project is the way to go for your Kensington home!  One recent customer had this to say about our kitchen remodeling services... " I have also had great service from Smith, Thomas & Smith. Very helpful. Very Professional. " Kitchen Remodeling Customer - Kensington, MD We strive to meet our customer's goals and needs on every kitchen remodeling project. If you are in the market for a kitchen...

A homeowner with an extra room in their home has many options for how they want to use the space. For instance, turning it into a gym, yoga retreat, guest bedroom, game room, or office are all options. If you love reading, you should consider creating a library in your home, which will allow you to exercise your passion for books by turning it into a beautiful collection. Reading also keeps your mind sharp, reduces stress, among many other benefits, so do not hesitate to consider professional  home remodeling  to ensure a positive outcome with your new library. Get Plenty of Natural Lighting While it is important to get enough task lighting to illuminate the room at nighttime, you should also not hesitate to rely on natural lighting to get you through the day for your daytime reading needs. Large and double-pane windows in a library really add to the overall...

Freestanding furniture allows you to move with your furniture, or adjust how a room is organized, which is great for renters and individuals living in a starter home. However, once you find a home that you plan on living in for many years, you can begin to think about personalizing the home, and this is where adding built-ins is an excellent idea to achieve such customization. Having built-ins constructed and installed by a  home remodeling  company will ensure you receive high-quality and long-lasting results with the built-ins that get added to your home. Gain Lots of Storage Room Depending on the size of your home, storage may be quite limited. If this is the case, you will enjoy built-ins because they are able to create so much storage space when planned out carefully. Another advantage that built-ins have is that they are designed with your home and needs in mind, unlike freestanding furniture,...

Bathroom remodeling  is one of the two biggest and best investments you can make in your home, the other being the kitchen. An updated bathroom can bring you a return as much as 80% or even higher. To help ensure that kind of return, you need to stay up on what people want. If you're considering bathroom remodeling, keep an eye on these 10 trends: LED Lighting  - Besides being trendy, LED lights save a lot of money. Though they cost anywhere from 5 to 10 times as much as an incandescent, they last 5 to 10 times longer and cost about 10 times less to operate. LED lighting also has a wider range of light variations than the compact fluorescent lights, which even at their best give the feeling of an office or a waiting room. LED lights can create the same warmth of traditional lighting at a significantly lower cost. Water-saving Toilets...

You may be tempted to save money on your home renovation by painting your home exterior yourself instead of hiring painters. However, painting the exterior of your home is not as simple as painting a room in your house. Learn what to expect if you hire professional  painting & papering  experts and if you consider doing this yourself. What to expect: DIY If you opt to paint your house yourself, you'll need to purchase or rent equipment that lets you get up to the second story of the house. You'll also want to invest in painting equipment that makes the job easier. Needless to say, your equipment purchases can add up pretty quickly, and you may be spending a lot of money on things that you won't need again.  If your home has a lot of exterior decoration, such as trims or mouldings, it makes the job more complex. In this case,...

If you enjoy entertaining guests throughout the year, but are struggling to find enough space in your home, it may be time to look at your attic for a  home remodeling  project. Many homeowners leave the attic to simply be storage space, but you could be missing out on valuable space if the space is unfinished. In order to add valuable square footage to your home, consider making the following upgrades. Invest in Soundproofing While it’s impossible to eliminate all sound from the attic if you decide to use the space as a theater, gaming room, or bedroom, you can reduce it significantly by investing in soundproofing. Getting the walls and flooring soundproofed will help make the attic feel like a true addition to the home. Replace Outdated Flooring Older flooring is common in attics, often in the form of worn out wooden or laminate floors. This can be very unwelcoming,...

The remodeling and construction industry is a big business, generating an estimated $47 billion in revenue in the United States alone. But while projects the residential remodeling services in this industry complete can vary greatly, experts say that kitchen remodeling services are one of their most highly-requested tasks by far: contractors report that 69% of their customers want to focus on this important area. With an average return on investment of 63.6%, it is easy to see why homeowners prioritize kitchen projects. However, it is important to remember that this room plays an important role in the average person's daily life, as well as many of their special events. For this reason, if you are about to begin a general remodeling project, designers recommend that you avoid a few common mistakes they often see homeowners and kitchen remodeling services make. Don't Ignore the Famous Kitchen Triangle Residential home designers often swear...

If you’re interested in increasing your home’s property value, it’s a good idea to begin looking into what changes can be made in the kitchen. Since the kitchen is considered the highest-traffic area of the home, you’ll benefit by making some upgrades through  kitchen remodeling . To make the biggest improvement in your kitchen, consider the following remodeling projects. Evaluate the Plumbing Outdated plumbing could be resulting in higher bills due to increased energy and water usage. While you can make repairs and take care of routine maintenance to keep the plumbing in good shape, it’s more economical to make upgrades to the plumbing. Invest in New Appliances Older refrigerators, dishwashers, and other appliances simply can’t perform as they should years later due to the always improving technology become available to homeowners. While it can be pricey to replace older appliances, the benefits that you’ll receive include better function, appearance, and...