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Basement Bar Ideas That Will Beautify Your Home

If you’re like me, you have a basement full of stuff that’s too good to throw away but too old or broken to use. In my case, that includes a couch, an old TV stand and a child-sized bike. But there is one thing I’ve always wanted in my basement: A bar! However, most basements don’t have the right layout or lighting for a beautiful bar. So if you want to make your own dream home bar, here are some cool ideas for making your basement look amazing and inviting while still being functional:

Basement Bar Ideas

Basement bar ideas are not hard to come up with. The best thing about having a basement bar is that you can create it with your own personal style and taste. There are many different types of bars that you can have in your basement, but the most popular one is an L-shaped bar or an island bar. A good way to get started with designing your basement is by figuring out how much space you want for it and how many people are going to be using this area on a regular basis?

Basement bars aren’t just for adults; children also love playing around in them because they’re so much fun! If you have children at home then it’s important that they have their own section where they can play safely while still being able to see what’s going on around them (i.e., not being locked away). This could include things like … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — September 25, 2023 in Finished Basement
Tips For Successful Drywall Seam Repair

Drywall seam repairs are fairly common and are usually very simple if you know what materials to work with. If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone—it happens all the time! Drywalls are located in many places throughout homes and buildings, including ceilings, walls and even floors. And while they might seem like they’re always perfectly smooth and solid, this is not always the case. In fact, drywall seams can often crack or become damaged over time due to normal wear-and-tear or even from damage caused by other building materials such as pipes or electrical wires that aren’t properly installed or maintained by contractors who don’t take proper precautions when working on projects within them.

If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone.

Drywall is a common building material that can be used for many different things. From walls to ceilings, drywall serves as a sound barrier and helps keep your home energy efficient. With proper care and maintenance, your drywall will last you years!

But what happens when something goes wrong? If you find yourself in need of drywall seam repair, you’re not alone: it happens more often than you might think! Fortunately for those who have experienced this problem before (or those who want to avoid it altogether), we’ve put together some tips on how best go about fixing them yourself with minimal hassle or cost.

Don’t panic! Drywall seam repair is a common problem that can be

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Summer Kirby by — September 20, 2023 in Drywall Repair
Financing Renovations for Your Airbnb Investment

As an Airbnb host, one of the most important things you can do is renovate your home. This allows you to attract more guests, which means greater profits and easier management. The problem is that renovating a property can be costly, especially if you don’t know where to start. Fortunately, there are many financing options available for people who want to renovate their homes to accommodate AirBnB guests. In this article we will go over some of these options so that you can see how they might apply to your situation:

We are renovating an Airbnb investment in San Francisco.

When you purchase an Airbnb investment, it’s important to ensure that the property is in good condition.

A common mistake made by investors is that they don’t take time to properly evaluate their property before making it available on Airbnb. As a result, many of them end up with negative reviews from guests who were disappointed with their stay because there were issues such as moldy carpets or broken appliances.

To avoid this scenario, we recommend taking the following steps:

  • Take inventory of all existing fixtures and appliances in your home before renting it out as an investment property.* Hire professionals (such as plumbers) if necessary to address any problems that may arise during your first few months of operation.* Contact us at [email protected] so we can help make sure everything works smoothly when you launch your Airbnb listing!

The renovations will take two months.

Renovations are a big … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — September 12, 2023 in Home Improvement Loans
Extensive Property Renovation Tips

There are many reasons to renovate a property, from wanting to create a rental asset to needing more space for your family. Whatever your motivation, the project can be overwhelming if you don’t do it right. That’s why we’ve put together this guide full of tips and tricks that will help you make sure your home renovation is as smooth as possible.

Never underestimate the cost of renovating.

When you’re planning a renovation, it’s important to be aware of all the costs involved. You may think that renovating an old home will be cheaper than building from scratch, but this isn’t always the case. The cost of materials and labour can vary significantly depending on the project. For example, if your house has asbestos in its walls (which many older homes do), then removing it will cost more than just replacing drywall with new insulation because there is special equipment required for safe removal.

The other thing to consider is clean-up after your renovations are complete: when doing extensive remodelling work such as knocking down walls or installing new floors or ceilings throughout an entire room or house; there’s bound to be some mess left behind by workers who were working on those projects during construction time periods where they aren’t able use certain tools like power drills yet because they haven’t been installed yet either so if someone walks around inside without shoes on their feet then they run risk being injured by stepping into something sharp while walking … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — September 5, 2023 in Renovation
Budgeting Tips for a Bathroom Renovation

If you’re considering a bathroom renovation, you’ve probably heard that it’s one of the most expensive home improvement projects. It can also be one of the most rewarding — if you budget wisely and choose materials carefully. Consider these tips to help save money and make sure your bathroom renovation stays within budget:

Start with a budget.

The first thing you should do is create a budget. A good one will help you prioritize what needs to be done in the bathroom and how much money you have to spend on each item. It will also help keep track of where all that money is going, which can be helpful when it comes time to make decisions about whether or not something is worth spending more money on or if there are other ways around it.

Finally, having a budget means having less chance of overspending during renovations because every decision has been made by looking at how much each option costs before moving forward with any ideas for improvement or change (or even just cleaning).

Consider your needs.

When you’re planning a bathroom renovation, it’s important to consider your needs. You need to know what kind of lighting will work best for you and your family. Do you want a walk-in shower or tub? Do you have any mobility issues that would make access difficult? What kind of flooring would be most comfortable on your feet?

Once you’ve taken stock of all these factors, it’s time to start thinking … READ MORE >>>

Summer Kirby by — August 29, 2023 in Bathroom Remodel