True Costs and Benefits of a Room Addition
The cost of a project is many times what holds back many homeowners from adding space to their existing home or designing a new one....
The Advantages & Disadvantages of a House Built on a Slab Vs. a Crawl Space
Slab Advantages Homes built on slabs have less risk of flooding or leaking gases, which creates a healthier environment than homes built...
How do you know if it's a Weight-Bearing Wall
A house of cards succinctly illustrates the concept of load-bearing walls; every horizontal card must be supported by vertical cards; and...
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Types of Roofing
Roof is an essential part of any building. This is because it is the top most covering of a house. Besides being essential, a goodlooking...
Home Improvements: What Additions Maximize Your ROI?
Deciding which home improvements add the most value to a property remains one of the biggest challenges facing both homeowners and real...
Can your home be traditionally modern?
The Harris Home concept combines minimalistic and traditional design. Great for mediterranean-like weather such as in Southern California...
How do I know if I need more insulation to keep cool in the summer?
I live in the desert of southern California so it can get pretty hot in the summer (110°F is not uncommon). I would like to lower my...
