As the leaves begin to turn, now is the time to prepare your home for the coming winter. Check your windows and doors, inspect your roof for potential leaks and get out the pressure washer. Although many people think of cleaning their homes exterior in the spring, fall is a great time to do this
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September 23, 2014
September 8, 2014
Choosing a Color Scheme for a Home Remodeling Project
Choosing your home’s color scheme can be challenging, even for those with an eye for design. It’s difficult to see your home in its entirety, and you do want an attractive flow between rooms. There are a million tips on choosing just the right colors, but the most important thing is to choose hues that
August 22, 2014
4 Steps for Financing Your New Home Construction
Building a new home can be more complicated financially than buying an existing home, and it’s easy to be intimidated by the process. However, moving into a home that was designed to suit your lifestyle and needs is well worth it and the return on your investment can be high. The main difference comes from
August 7, 2014
“Green Building” Begins With Home Design
You may hear the term “green building” all of the time. But do you understand what it means? Also referred to as sustainable building or high performance building, it is often associated with renewable energy and home features like solar panels and rainwater harvesting. In truth, green building simply involves building a home to last
July 14, 2014
Smart Homes: 6 Robots for Your Home Chores
We have been discussing the topic of Smart Homes, here on the North Twin Builders Blog. What do you think about robots cleaning your home? 1. Robot Vacuums for your Northern Wisconsin Home Although there are several manufacturers of robot vacuum cleaners, the IRobot Roomba consistently receives the best reviews. What can you expect
July 12, 2014
Energy Efficient Home For Sale in Vilas County, WI
Are you considering moving your family to beautiful Vilas County, Wisconsin? North Twin Builders has the perfect house for you! Located in the quiet and friendly town of Phelps, this energy-efficient home is perfect for a growing family, close to the Phelps school. Beautiful Location for a Beautiful Home in Phelps, WI North Twin Builders
July 9, 2014
‘Smart’ Homes – Love It or Hate It?: Smart Appliances
We began discussing Smart Homes in the recent blog, ‘Smart’ Homes – Love It or Hate It?: Smart Locks, and today we will explore the idea of Smart Appliances. Here in the Eagle River area, we don’t often see home products like these in the store and the idea of Smart Appliances might seem foreign.
June 27, 2014
‘Smart’ Homes – Love It or Hate It? : Smart Locks
Every year, we see gadgets and technology getting ‘smarter’. This is a trend that the world seems to love, including us Wisconsinites here in Vilas County, as people race out to upgrade to the newest technology in phones, TVs, computers, and any electronic product imaginable. But did you know that ‘smart’ homes are a leading
June 4, 2014
Family Fun in Eagle River: Water Ski Shows
What could be better than spending the day on the lake in the beautiful Eagle River area? How about spending the day on the lake watching an astonishing display of athletic stunts and maneuvers? Let yourself be amazed by a water ski show in the Eagle River area this summer! With an abundance of fresh
May 27, 2014
Do-It-Yourself Bathroom Remodeling: Shower/Tub Improvements
Do you want to improve the appearance and functionality of your Northern Wisconsin or Upper Michigan home’s bathroom and shower without committing to an entire bathroom remodeling project? By making some small, quick, and affordable improvements to your bathtub and shower, you can see immediate results in the appearance, bathing experience, and energy-efficiency of your