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Design is in the details! Both the linear drain at the side of the shower and the decorative square drains that a possible to integrate with the floor tiles give good options for the new shower. California Faucet  added a fleur de lis design with finish options. It is part...

Pool Tips: The new replacement pumps are variable speed and much more energy efficient. The cost can be over $1000 but your utility company may be offering a rebate. The salt water pools are better for your skin and worth looking into. They are harder on surrounding surfaces such as...

    In and out of the pool? An outdoor shower can easily fit in with your surrounding area. It can be in the open or more private.

  The ambience of a wine tasting area appeals to many homeowners. This may involve a chilled wine storage area or just wine racking and a table for two.

The following are practical options in homes that all price ranges are gravitating toward: Walk-in showers without a door to clean are great and without curbing even better. The snail model is not necessary if the length of the shower is adequate for water containment. (Snail refers to the entrance...

  Outdoor kitchen options are increasing as companies offer more durable appliances that will withstand the temperature changes. Refrigerators and wine coolers are options to consider with the sink, the bar area and the grill. Add a pizza oven or a Big Green Egg! Either can be used alone or...

What’s up with roofing? Most people don’t think about their roof until it leaks or the home inspector tells the buyer there are problems! Properly done, a roof in Arizona (This varies greatly by climate.) can last 30 - 40 years with proper maintenance. Check for cracks or other damage...

The most common bathroom remodel includes a new tub, shower controls, toilet, vanity countertop and tile floor at an average cost of $16,000. The luxury version with tiled walls in the shower, new controls, custom tub, stone countertop with two sinks, new cabinetry and stone floors will be closer to...

Bathroom remodels are expensive for the homeowner and require just as many trades as a kitchen. Try to keep your baths up to date by: Upgrade your toilet to a low water use tank and soft close lid by Toto or Kohler. If the floor covering is not an issue,...

When remodeling take every ceiling and door way to a least 8’ and raise as many ceiling above 8’ as you can afford. I tour luxury homes every other week and hear the feedback of the realtors selling luxury homes. They recognize low ceilings as older sections of the house...

What a dilemma! An appliance is failing and needs to be replaced immediately! Recently, a client’s built-in refrigerator was doing just that. The replacement got here before the old one died but that was just the beginning of the work! New wood panels had to be made and anew handle...