If you are like me and my wife, you love your home and wish to remain living there for years to come and see yourself living there even through retirement. Although we know that at some point we’ll be older and less capable of certain maintenance and repairs, what some may not know is that…
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It’s November! We hope that you’ve had a great fall so far. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime with any home remodeling questions you have. We’re here to help! ———- Six Ways To Create the Perfect Thanksgiving Kitchen It’s too late to tackle a major remodeling project for this year’s Thanksgiving…
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Are you (and your home) ready for Winter? As a person born and raised in Michigan, I can assure you that winter comes every year. Yes, I know that that statement sounds a little funny because it is so obvious, however; it does seem to sneak up on us in all of our business. We…
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A Legacy of Milestones: The Story Behind Odd Fellows Contracting If you’ve lived through the ups and downs of life, chances are you’ve hit a few milestones along the way—some expected, some surprising. I believe a business, like a person, experiences its own set of milestones—moments that shape its identity, growth, and legacy. My time…
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It is only appropriate that I write a little about decks and outdoor living space in that we have had a barrage of inquiry’s this spring! I’m always amazed when the flavor of the year reveals itself each spring. Year after year there always seems to be a common project of interest in the minds…
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As a remodeling contractor, I receive many phone calls from people who need various types of help with home improvement and remodeling help. Recently I received a call from a gentleman who indicated that he wanted to remodel his kitchen. As would be typical for me, I asked him: “Are you planning a complete gut…
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Plan Ahead: Why You Should Start Your Remodeling Project Sooner Than You Think After nearly 37 years in the remodeling business, we’ve seen it time and again—homeowners ready to move forward now, only to be caught off guard when they learn our first available estimate appointment is two to three weeks out. Especially in mid-spring,…
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You know the old saying that “April showers bring May flowers.” The month of May brings a lot of other fun stuff, too, including: May Day, Star Wars Day (“May the Fourth be with you!”), Cinco de Mayo, and Mother’s Day – just to mention a few. On top of that, the whole month of…
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April Fools pranks are not a uniquely American tradition – but in other countries they have their own character. In France, for instance, the victim of a prank on the first day of April is referred to as a “poisson d’avril,” or “April fish” (Referring to a young fish that is easily caught.) Many French…
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At one time or another, most everyone has wished that they could have a crystal ball to see the unknown. Much like any uncertainty, hiring a remodeling contractor could be a good use for one. There are however, some visible signs that can help an unknowing homeowner see into the likelihood of a good or…
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