Window Materials  Window frames can be constructed out of wood that could be clad with aluminum or vinyl, vinyl, fiberglass, or even metal. Higher-quality, more expensive windows have better weather stripping to prevent air from filtering in around the sashes. The window glass may be double, single, or even triple-paned. Also, it may be treated with a coating that prevents warmth inside during the winter and outside during the summer. Typically, you will pay more for a window that has better insulating properties and holds up against the elements better. It is typically the most cost-effective in the long run to install the best window you can buy. Vinyl is…

Sergenian’s partnership with Bona, the trusted leader in floor refinishing technology and products, ensures our customers are receiving the best wood floor refinishing service available. We employ only Bona Certified Craftsmen – hand-picked, top-notch professionals trained and tested by Bona – who follow the highest industry standards to leave you with beautiful and durable refinished wood floors. Bona’s system routes dust created during the sanding process to a trailer outside your home, leaving the air inside clean and safe. After sanding, our certified craftsmen apply low-odor, water-based Bona finishes to your floor. To ensure that we provide you with the best service, a typical refinishing project takes three to five…

People are remodeling, and they are doing it at breakneck speed. Maybe it’s because we spent so much time in our homes during COVID?  It became our office, restaurant, entertainment, spa and more! The one thing that hasn’t changed through all this turmoil though is the fact that they still want their master bathroom to be spa like.  Many homeowners are still opting to remove the tub in favor of a larger walk-in shower, double vanity, or both if space permits.  The easiest way to find the room is if the home still has one of that corner jetted tub that was used the first week it was installed and…

The days are getting longer. The piles of snow are shrinking. The tulips are bravely pushing their way through the soil. Spring is, indeed, coming to Wisconsin this year and I for one am quite excited about the prospect. As I’ve pondered how to best celebrate the impending arrival of spring, I’ve decided it’s time for some “spring cleaning.” No, not the kind you see in magazine headlines (though the idea of shiny windows and floors is certainly appealing). I’m thinking something that requires a change of attitude more than a bucket of soapy water. How about these for a start? Ask someone for advice. I completely confess I originally…

When buying or selling a home, it is important that it is move in ready for you or the new owner(s) That may mean it is time to get the electrical items up to current code requirements. Codes have changed as the years roll by. What may have been standard and passed code when the home was built, may not be considered safe now. Ever Ready Electric can help with updating the electrical in your home. Whether it is your own punch list of items to repair or add or a list based on an Inspection Report, whatever your need, we are EVER READY! For those preparing to Sell: Start…

Basement Repair Specialists has been in business for 10 years. Since the beginning we have had one goal in mind, offer high quality basement repair at excellent prices. Our commitment to honesty and great service has led us to be in the top 1% of contractors in Wisconsin. We strive to find the best solutions to each home’s individual issues. Most of the business that the company earns is due to its philosophy of educating the customer and assisting them to make the right decision.  Here are the common issues we provide solutions for: Basement Water Control We develop a custom solution that utilizes the best method of repair. The…

Prima Property Pros, Your Property, Our Priority! Tips and need-to-knows… Need to know…plan ahead! Building material suppliers that we deal with have informed us that the cost of materials will be going up in 2021 by at least 8%.  Products include building materials and stone/landscaping materials.  Supplies for door, windows, trim, appliances, and common materials for the remodeling we did in 2020 we hard to come by.  Special ordering was necessary often and the time to deliver was usually an extra month than what was normal pre-covid.  Best thing to do for your 2021 project is plan ahead.  Give yourself time to plan, choose your products and order them well…

There are several factors to consider when evaluating a sump pump for your home… Does your home have a drain tile system?  Many homes in Wisconsin do NOT have drain tile systems.  This is because the soil types in some areas tend to percolate water well, and in some cases, a drain tile system may never have been installed.  Contrary to popular belief, a drain tile system is not necessarily required by code.  However, it is always a good idea to have a drainage system as over time moisture can build up along walls and cause major foundation and water problems in homes. If your home has a drain tile system,…

Established in 1975 by Wayne Davies as a small repairs and general carpentry service to homeowners, W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling has become a full-service design and build remodeling firm. Its owners, Wynn & Wade Davies, have been with the family business since the 80’s. As a professional remodeling company, the company maintains an active presence in NARI Madison. Faithful to its commitment to provide its clients with the best quality service, the company has received numerous Wisconsin Remodeler Awards from NARI Madison. Being a family owned business, we are focused on growing and streamlining our processes to help those who have never experienced a renovation before. We take a very…

Minimalist design is the latest trend in kitchen and bathroom remodeling.  Clean is functional and less is more.  Minimalist design is taking the all the focal points away and making the room speak for itself.  In a kitchen space this often lends itself to a better flow and more functionality.  In a minimalist kitchen everything must have use or it must go.  Ultimately this creates less clutter on the counters allowing for more functionality of the kitchen.  Every item usually has a dual purpose and there are no duplicate items in a minimalist kitchen. This minimalist kitchen that Washa Remodeling just completed in the Shorewood Hills neighborhood fits that exact…