Adding an attractive garage is a great way to increase the curb appeal and value of your Vilas County property. But when it comes to planning for a new garage, make sure to consider the long-term purposes of the building. And choose a garage contractor who is capable of designing it to be visually complimentary
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January 14, 2015
January 5, 2015
Custom Home Features: Exploring Vaulted Ceilings
The great thing about building a new custom home is that the homeowner has so many choices when it comes to the design and features of the home. Whether you have been dreaming about a beautiful stone fireplace, luxurious custom hardwood floors, or an elegant vaulted ceiling, the sky (and maybe your budget) is the
December 31, 2014
Beating the Challenge of Kitchen Storage
One of the most frequent complaints of homeowners is lack of storage. And of all the rooms in a home, the kitchen is often the biggest challenge. Between appliances, food, spices, and dishes, it can be difficult to fit everything you need into an existing kitchen. The best solution to beat the challenge of kitchen
December 17, 2014
Winter Fun in Iron River
Winter is coming quick, and that means the time for fun in the snow and winter sports is almost here. In addition to hundreds of Northwoods snowmobile trails, Iron River visitors and residents look forward to the opening of the ski hills for excitement and fresh air. Have you enjoyed winter visits to the Iron
December 12, 2014
A Healthy Home Equals a Healthy Homeowner: Part 2
Improving Indoor Air Quality In the first segment of this article, we discussed the effects of poor indoor air quality and what factors contribute. Indoor pollutants, poor ventilation and high levels of moisture all come together to create what is a called a sick building. And sick buildings lead to unhealthy occupants. But what can
November 27, 2014
A Healthy Home Equals a Healthy Homeowner: Part 1
Understanding the Importance, Affects, and Control of Indoor Air Quality for your Northern Wisconsin Home The term “sick building” is a relatively new one, and rather frightening sounding. How can a building be sick? The fact is that you should be concerned with the health of your home because if you are living in a
November 8, 2014
Water Heater Maintenance 101
Your water heater is likely one of those home features that you rarely think about, until it isn’t working properly. Although the average water heater lasts about 10 years, it still needs regular maintenance, as any element of your home does. Fortunately, with just a few basic care tasks, you can keep your water heater
November 3, 2014
Iron County Keeping History Alive
As we explore the unique offerings of the Northwoods, the rich history of the area shines through in almost every town and city. In Upper Michigan, the mining industry is at the forefront of that history and has been well preserved in various museums and historical sites around the peninsula. One such museum that is
October 31, 2014
Choosing Flooring for Your Northwoods Home Improvement
When undergoing a home improvement project, it may seem like there are endless decisions to make. One of the most important is the style of flooring because this plays a vital role in the comfort, aesthetics and function of each room. By assessing the pros and cons of each choice and determining your personal preferences,
October 29, 2014
Controlling Moisture in Your Northwoods Home
You may be reading the title of this blog and thinking to yourself, “but moisture is good, right?”. Well, that’s not entirely true. Although a certain level of moisture in your Northwoods home is necessary for health and easy breathing, too little or too much moisture can be a big problem! Before discussing how to