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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During A Home Renovation

Every home renovation involves dust, noise and foot traffic. While these disturbances are tolerable for most people, they can be very upsetting for pets. When selecting a contractor, make sure they will be respectful of your home and everyone that lives in it - humans and animals alike. Cats & Dogs All the noise, unfamiliar smells and strange people moving about can cause fear in pets that leads to erratic actions[...]

6 Ways to Improve Kitchen Islands

As one of the busiest places in the home, kitchens benefit from additional counter space and, if your floor plan allows it, installing a kitchen island is a great way to go about getting that. An island is multi-functional and can provide space for food prep, homework help, and game night - sometimes all at once! Islands can come in all shapes and sizes, and can be tailored to your[...]

Tips to Help You Build a More Sustainable Bathroom

These days, many homeowners are looking to live a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. This inspires them to make certain modifications to their homes that will help them use fewer resources, such as installing solar roofing and sustainable landscaping. It might surprise you to learn that a bathroom remodeling project can also help you make your bathroom more sustainable to fit your eco-friendly lifestyle. Here are a few tips that you can[...]

Old-Fashioned Kitchen Features That Still Work in Modern Kitchens

Remodeling contractors and homeowners are always thinking of new ways to make the kitchen more efficient in terms of food preparation. But you may be surprised to learn that there are some features from decades past that can work very well in a modern-day kitchen. Here are a few old-fashioned kitchen features that you’ll still find in today’s kitchens. Large Windows Many homeowners today think large windows are only for the[...]

You Can’t Go Wrong With These Bathroom Classics

The challenge in remodeling a bathroom lies in choosing designs that can stand the test of time. You want a space that will not only be functional but will also look great no matter what trends are hot this year. Luckily, there are quite a few classic concepts that can work well and age gracefully. Trust History If a bathroom design has lasted for decades, it’s likely it will last for the next couple[...]

DreamMaker Virtual Modified Process

Many of our neighbors are wanting to know how they can work with us during this time. Some are asking how they can work with us virtually to start their remodeling journey. Others are wanting to know how they will transition from virtual design review and talk about construction start dates. To make it as easy as possible for you to learn how you can still work with DreamMaker during[...]

Tips to Help You & Your Family Prepare for a Remodel

Remodeling projects can be messy, noisy and disruptive, so you need to prepare carefully. This is especially true if you have small children. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen has tips to help you prepare your family for a major home remodeling project. Consider Taking a Vacation The first thing you need to determine is whether or not it’s worth it for you and your family to stay in your home during[...]

Five Ways to Love Your Neighbor

During times like these, it's more important than ever to take care of each other. Take a moment to consider all of the different communities you are a part of, big and small. Are you in a book club? Do you volunteer with your church? What about your neighborhood community center? Your circle of influence is likely much bigger than you think. Here are a few easy steps you can[...]

Survey: The Benefits of Home Remodeling Aren’t All About ROI

When homeowners plan for a bathroom remodel or other home renovation, one of the top considerations is usually the ROI of the project — how much can be recouped in energy savings if certain features are added? How much will the home’s resale value increase after remodeling? While ROI is certainly an important point when it comes to renovations, there are also other intangible factors that might be worth considering. Greater Desire[...]

5 Home Remodeling Mistakes You Should Avoid

Every homeowner wants their bathroom or kitchen remodeling project to go well, which is why most take the time to find a good contractor to work with. Unfortunately, some homeowners unintentionally hamper the success of their project. In today’s post, we’ll talk about some common remodeling mistakes you should be careful to avoid to keep things on track. Hiring the Wrong Kind of Company There’s a difference between simply avoiding a bad remodeler[...]