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- by Megan Haskins
Wiring Upgrades Most Builders Won’t Add Unless You Ask
Most builders wire homes for today. Not for what you’ll actually want five years from now. These are some of the smartest wiring upgrades people wish they had added during rough-in. Smart Thermostat and Room Sensors Most thermostats only read...
- by Megan Haskins
Why Homeowners Are Ditching Small Tiles for Large Ones
Small tile had its run. Large-format tile is taking over modern homes for a reason. Here’s why the shift is happening. Small Tiles Mean More Grout Problems The biggest issue with small tiles is simple. There are too many grout...
- by Megan Haskins
Should You Install Carpet in Bedrooms?
We asked the Builder Brigade audience whether carpet belongs in bedrooms and the responses were extremely divided. Some people said carpet is a non-negotiable for comfort. Others acted like carpet was a biological weapon. But after going through all the...
- by Megan Haskins
Should Kitchen Cabinets Go to the Ceiling?
We asked the Builder Brigade audience whether kitchen cabinets should go all the way to the ceiling or leave space above them. The responses were overwhelmingly in favor of taking them to the ceiling. And honestly, the reasons made a...
- by Megan Haskins
New Home Features Nobody Talks About
Some of the best upgrades are the smaller features that quietly make your house work better every single day. Here are a few worth thinking about early. Closet Connected to the Laundry Room Having a direct connection between the primary...
- by Megan Haskins
Some of the best laundry room upgrades are also some of the cheapest, but only if you plan them early. Here are five worth doing…. Recessed Dryer Vent This is one of the easiest wins. A recessed dryer vent allows...
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