When we talk to customers, we often discuss the multiple ways that options that they have for accomplishing their home remodeling goals. There are multiple types of contractors that accomplish remodeling in different way. Odd Fellows Contracting is a Design-Build remodeling contractor. This means that we integrate both the design and the building aspects of…
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I have had the opportunity to talk to a lot of people about various remodeling projects and I have found that there is often confusion on what their options are to accomplish their goals. Knowing your options early can save you time and get you pointed in the right direction for how to tackle your…
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The right foot forward can help both you and the contractor establish a positive working relationship as you both move toward the perfect remodel in your home. After being on numerous home design and remodel consultations for kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, home additions, etc, the following is a list of a few tips to help…
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Post Discovery Process Now that the discovery, initial design, and initial estimating processes are completed, it’s time to have a meeting between you and the Remodeling entity to determine if the discovery processes and “mind meld” was a success. In other words, a meeting needs to take place to make sure that what you saw…
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It’s February – the month we celebrate Valentine’s Day. If you need help falling in love with your home again, let’s talk! Reach out anytime – we’re here to help. ———- 3 Tips for Staying Within Your Remodeling Budget Nobody wants to go over budget on a remodeling project. And yet, we’ve all heard horror…
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New Year’s Resolutions are still a big part of our post-holiday culture. Unfortunately, according to Forbes.com even though 40 percent of Americans make resolutions, only 8 percent keep them! Maybe it’s time for a resolution you’ll actually keep. The holidays aren’t just about eating – they’re about getting together with friends and family. And…
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Start With the End in Mind The following blogs will reference the majority (hundreds) of projects that we have performed over our 31 years of remodeling. The referenced projects require some form of design help, material selection, multiple trades, scheduling, oversight, and management. If you haven’t read Part 1 yet, give it a read as…
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About Santa’s “Naughty or Nice” List A big part of the holiday season seems to revolve around the “Jolly Old Elf” we call Santa Claus. The legend of Santa can be traced back to the 3rd century where he was admired for his kindness and became the subject of a variety of legends. …
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Remodeling, What Am I Paying For? I recently had the opportunity to provide a proposal for a front entry door replacement. After my initial visit to the customer’s home, I arranged for the customer to go to my door supplier. As is customary, my customer was made aware of the price of the door by…
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Making your home attractive to prospective buyers is a great reason to consider remodeling. Many of us get so used to our homes, as they are, that we don’t see the imperfections a potential buyer might see. Here’s a look at some more simple things that you might not see that can keep prospects from…
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