On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.

We completely remodeled the kitchen by re-configuring the layout. We replaced the damaged cabinets with custom built knotty alder cabinets and included glass fronts as well as a custom built-in wine rack. Floating shelves provide a focal point for beloved and useful items alike. The Venetian Gold granite counter tops wrap around allowing for a large area for entertaining.J.E.P. Contracting INC.

When a water leak damaged our client’s master bathroom, they knew they didn’t want to just repair the damage but update the space. We started with a clean slate after removing the tub, shower, vanity, toilet, walls, the lighting, and even the subflooring before creating their luxury bathroom. The bathroom features a large shower with a seat and four niches created with polished marble tile and Calcutta quartz accents and a frameless glass door with shower guard glass protection. We opened up the space to make room for the new comfort height toilet and a large linen cabinet. We installed beautiful marble tile flooring in a herringbone pattern. We went with the finer touches such as soft close for the vanity and linen cabinet doors and drawers and even an upgrade soft close toilet seat. The existing entry door was replaced with a stained black pocket door. And, of course, it also has to have soft open and close features. The smoky grey Shaker style cabinets are complimented by a beautifully veined Calcutta Quartz countertop complete with undermount porcelain dual sinks. The new large vanity mirror topped with new vanity lighting and the crystal chandelier hanging from a ceiling medallion completes this exquisite bathroom.

On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.

Way back in the late 1970s, the owners of an 1894 Victorian in Somerville hired Charlie Allen Renovations to renovate and restore their home, a landmark property that had been divided into apartments and lost some of its period charm. This was a memorable project and it was a shock when the homeowners called in December 2014 to let us know that their home had been badly damaged by a fire. They asked if we could once again restore it to its original prominence. This time nearly every original element of the home needed to be restored or rebuilt. We began the process by carefully removing all original moulding and paneling, which was then catalogued, thoroughly cleaned, and stored away. Belfor, a property restoration firm, was hired to remove soot and smoky odors, which required opening the walls and then rebuilding them. Numerous decorative elements throughout the home, including an intricate stained glass window in the dining room, had been too badly damaged to be restored; these were carefully remade by both our talented team and by an exceptional group of project partners, to match their original design. All of the windows in the house had to be replaced, and all of its floors needed to be refinished. Tile hearth surrounding the dining room fireplace and the living room fireplace mantel and surround were removed, cleaned, and replaced. The homeowners also took the opportunity to have some long-desired renovations accomplished, including remodeling the outdated kitchen, which now features an expansive island, pantry closet, new cork flooring, backsplash, and greenhouse window. Today, the house is fully both meticulously restored and remodeled, and the owners are happily back home. At its conclusion, the project was awarded with the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission’s 2017 Directors Award and a 2018 Contractor of the Year Gold Award. Along with Belfor, additional project partners include Jackson Schillaci Woodworking, master finisher Wayne Towle, and Jim Anderson Stained Glass. Photo by Shelly Harrison Photography

If your kitchen and bathroom is dated or damaged and worn out, Collins Remodeling, as your kitchen and bath remodelers, offers hassle-free kitchen remodeling in Alameda. Our kitchen and bathroom remodeling contractors in Alameda start by removing the old materials and fixtures and replaces them with beautiful elements in a wide variety of colors and styles. We ensure that the new kitchen and bathroom adds comfort, style and value to your home. Kitchen Remodeling in Alameda, CA - https://www.collinsremodeling.com/

If your kitchen and bathroom is dated or damaged and worn out, Collins Remodeling, as your kitchen and bath remodelers, offers hassle-free kitchen remodeling in Alameda. Our kitchen and bathroom remodeling contractors in Alameda start by removing the old materials and fixtures and replaces them with beautiful elements in a wide variety of colors and styles. We ensure that the new kitchen and bathroom adds comfort, style and value to your home. Kitchen Remodeling in Alameda, CA - https://www.collinsremodeling.com/

The simplistic, modern design of the patented Pod provides a personal space seating area for relaxing, meditating or just napping. The sitting bench is 26'' wide and 48'' long. The overall height is 80'' and the width is 78''. It weighs only 75 lbs for easy arranging. The interior of the Pod is made of polymeric structural foam and layers of cushioning foam that are covered in a waterproof membrane made of marine grade vinyl. The vinyl has a slightly textured surface that gives it the appearance of real leather. Its firm appearance belies the soft cushiony comfort you experience when you sit down. It is stain, fungal and mildew resistant and cleans easily with soap and water. The outer cover is removable and easily replaceable with a new cover as it ages or if it is ever damaged. Materials used in construction are 95% recyclable.

On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.

When a water leak damaged our client’s master bathroom, they knew they didn’t want to just repair the damage but update the space. We started with a clean slate after removing the tub, shower, vanity, toilet, walls, the lighting, and even the subflooring before creating their luxury bathroom. The bathroom features a large shower with a seat and four niches created with polished marble tile and Calcutta quartz accents and a frameless glass door with shower guard glass protection. We opened up the space to make room for the new comfort height toilet and a large linen cabinet. We installed beautiful marble tile flooring in a herringbone pattern. We went with the finer touches such as soft close for the vanity and linen cabinet doors and drawers and even an upgrade soft close toilet seat. The existing entry door was replaced with a stained black pocket door. And, of course, it also has to have soft open and close features. The smoky grey Shaker style cabinets are complimented by a beautifully veined Calcutta Quartz countertop complete with undermount porcelain dual sinks. The new large vanity mirror topped with new vanity lighting and the crystal chandelier hanging from a ceiling medallion completes this exquisite bathroom.

When a water leak damaged our client’s master bathroom, they knew they didn’t want to just repair the damage but update the space. We started with a clean slate after removing the tub, shower, vanity, toilet, walls, the lighting, and even the subflooring before creating their luxury bathroom. The bathroom features a large shower with a seat and four niches created with polished marble tile and Calcutta quartz accents and a frameless glass door with shower guard glass protection. We opened up the space to make room for the new comfort height toilet and a large linen cabinet. We installed beautiful marble tile flooring in a herringbone pattern. We went with the finer touches such as soft close for the vanity and linen cabinet doors and drawers and even an upgrade soft close toilet seat. The existing entry door was replaced with a stained black pocket door. And, of course, it also has to have soft open and close features. The smoky grey Shaker style cabinets are complimented by a beautifully veined Calcutta Quartz countertop complete with undermount porcelain dual sinks. The new large vanity mirror topped with new vanity lighting and the crystal chandelier hanging from a ceiling medallion completes this exquisite bathroom.

Homeowner was having problems with too much sunlight coming through their front windows, causing the room to be incredibly hot and unusable in the summer, and also fading and damaging their furniture. They had tried curtains, shades, even thick blankets over the windows. To alleviate the problem, we installed sun control film directly to the existing windows, cutting 99% of UV, 97% of infrared, and 60% of the heat, all while allowing plenty of light into the room and avoiding the high cost of full window replacement! (The center and right window have the film, the left one does not; as you can see, there is very little difference in appearance) Photo by Robert Citrone

When a water leak damaged our client’s master bathroom, they knew they didn’t want to just repair the damage but update the space. We started with a clean slate after removing the tub, shower, vanity, toilet, walls, the lighting, and even the subflooring before creating their luxury bathroom. The bathroom features a large shower with a seat and four niches created with polished marble tile and Calcutta quartz accents and a frameless glass door with shower guard glass protection. We opened up the space to make room for the new comfort height toilet and a large linen cabinet. We installed beautiful marble tile flooring in a herringbone pattern. We went with the finer touches such as soft close for the vanity and linen cabinet doors and drawers and even an upgrade soft close toilet seat. The existing entry door was replaced with a stained black pocket door. And, of course, it also has to have soft open and close features. The smoky grey Shaker style cabinets are complimented by a beautifully veined Calcutta Quartz countertop complete with undermount porcelain dual sinks. The new large vanity mirror topped with new vanity lighting and the crystal chandelier hanging from a ceiling medallion completes this exquisite bathroom.

Project Spotlight: Flooded Basement Reimagined in Burlington, Ontario In 2023, a Burlington homeowner faced every homeowner’s nightmare- a completely flooded basement. Gracia Makeovers stepped in to transform the space from damaged to dazzling. We didn’t just repair it; we reimagined it from the ground up. Our team replaced the entire flooring and drywall, refreshed the paint, added sleek pot lights, and installed brand-new baseboards and built-in cabinetry for a modern, finished look. We also upgraded the bar area and gave the fireplace a complete makeover, turning them into stunning focal points of the basement. The end result is a fresh, fully revitalized space that feels like new construction. Gracia Makeovers is proud to bring Burlington homeowners peace of mind and a basement they can truly enjoy again.

WHOLE-HOME REFRESH — HANDYMAN KATY TO PEARLAND, TX (77584) Client: Joyce Location: Pearland, TX 77584 Scope of Work: Hallway patch and paint, interior wall cleaning and painting with corner bead repair, master bathroom tile replacement, and smoke/CO alarm batteries Joyce had a list that had been building for a while. We worked through all of it in one project. The main hallway came first: 25 to 30 pinholes filled, sanded, spot-primed, then two coats of matching paint across both side walls, corner to corner. From there we moved through the designated walls around the house, cleaning scuffs and buildup, degreasing near the bathroom switch, patching minor damage, and repairing a damaged corner bead near the living area with the texture restored to match before painting. In the master bathroom, we pulled two mismatched cut tiles at the doorway, removed the old setting material, prepped the substrate, cut and set her matching tiles, and grouted, with the adjacent carpet and trim protected throughout. Last item on the list: fresh batteries in eight smoke and CO alarms, covers back on, every unit tested. Joyce, thank you for trusting our Katy handyman crew with this much of your home at once. And thank you for the 5-star review! Wishing you’d found us five years ago is about the best thing we could read. Got a list that keeps growing in Katy or Pearland? Text a handyman a photo and we’ll respond same day.

Apart from the bathroom, the kitchen is the most used part of the house and giving the area a makeover will give your home an instant facelift. Remodeling your Yakima kitchen requires a lot of work – replacing old cabinets, repainting the whole room, making improvements on the existing plumbing system, or changing the countertops. It does require a lot of work and you will need the help of a professional to make this project a success. Finding a Yakima remodeling contractor is not that difficult anymore. You will even find that our company specializes in both bathroom and kitchen remodeling. It might even save you some money if you have both these areas done at the same time. Whether you are wanting your kitchen completely remodeled or you are just wanting an update to your cabinets, flooring, or countertops. We are happy to talk to you about your options. Sometimes your cabinet boxes can be in great shape, but you want a new look for your kitchen. A cost effective solution would be to reface your existing boxes with new face frames, doors, and drawer fronts. Add a new counter top, whether it it be a solid style top like granite, tile, or economical but attractive laminate, and your old dated kitchen has a new look you will enjoy for many years.

James Hardie fiber cement lap siding in Monterey Taupe. Protected by a 30-year-non-prorated, transferable, lifetime warranty, James Hardie® siding is engineered to withstand the elements with their HardieZone® System. The HardieZone® system offers HZ5® siding that is specifically designed for New England weather. This durable siding resists damage from freezing temperatures, snow and ice while maintaining dimensional stability. James Hardie® offers Hardieplank® Fiber Cement Lap Siding, Hardieshingle® Fiber Cement siding with the warm look of real cedar, and Hardiepanel® Fiber Cement siding for a board and batten look. Fiber Cement requires less maintenance and painting than wood which saves you money over time. Also, we replaced the trim boards with PVC white Kleer, which are no maintenance trim boards that give the authentic look of real wood.

On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.