During this holiday season, it is a special time for remembering and thanking all of our friends and customers. It is a time to reflect on all our blessings and to acknowledge the importance of friendship and peace. We want to extend our sincere gratitute because it is good friends
Excel Builders and JLC Design are excited to announce a new partnership. Jessica Cook, the owner and designer at JLC Design, and I have decided to combine our services to give you the best of both worlds – a great remodeling company along with an outstanding design firm.Why is this
At Excel Builders, we appreciate the fact that choosing a remodeling company can be a difficult and sometimes overwhelming task.One of the most time consuming tasks in the beginning stages of a remodeling project is comparing proposals and, more specifically, calculating the costs of allowance items and subcontractor fees. Unfortunately,
In last week’s post we discussed carpeting options. However, another important consideration is what lies beneath your carpeting – the carpet pad! There are many varieties of carpet pads and the best option for you may vary depending on the room you are carpeting, how often the room is in
When it comes time to replace your home’s carpeting, there will be a variety of flooring options available to you – so many in fact that the choices may seem endless! Before you go shopping, let us help you get up to speed on the key things that you need
As we have discussed in previous blogs, remodeling projects are a process. Seeking reparations from a contractor who did you wrong is also a process – one in which persistence pays off when it comes to getting your money back!First and foremost, attempt to work directly with your contractor to
You’ve been dragging your feet – do I really need help from a designer? Or, can I handle this myself? Is it too late to call a designer? My project is already underway!Ideally, a designer should come in on your project from the start – offering you the best possible
When I work with a client, it is my job to LISTEN to the client & make it HAPPEN! Each project is so different and your project should be based on your vision, style & taste!Do Your HomeworkTo have the best possible experience with a designer, you must know what
It is a Gift to Yourself Great spaces do not happen by accident! Designers have a gift for putting together rooms in a way that is pleasing to the eye, as well as functional. Many people struggle with this. It seems so easy, but still they cannot make it happen.
There is often a narrow line between a cozy, intimate space and a cramped, cluttered room. If you see your small room beginning to slip toward the latter, try one of these tricks to make your space look and feel larger than it is!Lighten Up: Lighting can make a huge
