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Don’t Get Stuck With Permanent Pullouts
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t Get Stuck With Permanent Pullouts

If you’re building a new home and planning your kitchen layout, don’t overlook what’s happening inside your cabinets. While tall floor-to-ceiling cabinets offer tons of storage, how you organize that space makes all the difference. And that’s where drawer systems...

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Which Water Lines Should Go Behind Your Walls?
  • by Megan Haskins

Which Water Lines Should Go Behind Your Walls?

Most new builds today go with PEX, but like most things in construction, every option comes with its own pros and cons. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand what’s running behind your drywall. PEX (The Modern Favorite) PEX has...

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Best Way to Connect a Portable Generator to Your House
  • by Megan Haskins

Best Way to Connect a Portable Generator to Your House

When a storm hits or the power goes out, having a generator is only helpful if you’ve planned ahead. Most people buy a  generator but never set it up to actually power their house. Instead of running extension cords and...

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Save These 5 Ideas for Your Next Home Build
  • by Megan Haskins

Save These 5 Ideas for Your Next Home Build

Building your dream home? While none of these features are must-haves, they’re the type of upgrades that can save you time, make your life easier, and add some serious wow-factor. 1. Backup Generator Wiring If you live somewhere that experiences...

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4 Awesome Features of Wall-Mounted Garage Door Openers
  • by Megan Haskins

4 Awesome Features of Wall-Mounted Garage Door Openers

Need to decide on a garage door opener? Most people default to the traditional ceiling-mounted opener, but there’s a sleeker, more modern option: a wall-mounted (or side-mount) garage door opener. If you’ve never considered one before, here’s why it might...

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3 Ways To Protect Your New Home Build
  • by Megan Haskins

3 Ways To Protect Your New Home Build

Here’s what you need to look out for to ensure your home stays in top shape during construction of your new home build. Cover Floor Vents  Your home’s HVAC vents are installed early, and without protection, they’ll collect dust, debris,...

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