If you are looking for a reputable contractor to remodel, add new floor space, renovate or repair your home, Please call us for a free quote.
We offer:
+ Kitchen Remodeling (Cabinets, Countertops, and Appliances)
+ Layout design and 3d images of layouts provided
+ Bathroom Remodeling (New shower installations, bathtubs, toilets, custom stone installations)
+ Exterior and Interior Quality Painting Services
+ Drywall repair, texturing, and removal of popcorn
+ Home Additions, Garage Additions, Patio Additions
+ We can also provide 4-6 week turn around time for enclosing patios, and carports
Want to flip a foreclosure?? We can Help!!!
With the current state of the housing market and the high amount of foreclosed homes available, you may be looking to remodel a foreclosed home. Before you get too enmeshed in the investment, you probably want to have a clear understanding of what you’re undertaking.
Make sure the property is completely yours. Before you even make an offer on a foreclosure, you want to be well-researched on the laws of your state. In some cases, the previous owner is allowed to repurchase the home even after you’ve already paid for it. All they have to do is come up with the amount you paid plus interest within the redemption period. Be sure not to invest any money on improvements until you are safely clear of this time-frame.
How to obtain financing. As long as your credit and income are strong, most lenders are more than happy to finance a renovation project on a previous foreclosure. The original holder of the note would probably be thrilled to have a qualified borrower take over the project and may extend a loan to you. There are also two different government insured loans available for rehabilitation projects. You can get the 203K Loan if you are an owner-occupant of a single-family dwelling; and this loan includes enough for the necessary repairs. The other option is the FHA Title 1 Loan which is only up to the amount of $25,000, and you must be able to match that amount with your own money or equity.
Don’t get in over your head. There are definitely plenty of “great deals” out there for the resourceful investor. However, there are a few potentially costly mistakes you need to carefully avoid in order to capitalize on that “steal.” Be sure to have a solid figure in mind ahead of time as to the cost of the project. Location is always an important consideration in real estate purchases; be sure the neighborhood will support your effort. Have a realistic projection of the time needed to complete your project. If you are borrowing money, time is interest; and the longer your project takes, the less money you are going to make. Have your project well organized, and choosing us to manage the construction process will ensure your project will be completed as planned.
As with buying any fixer-upper, you have the potential to build equity quickly just by some smart investing and remodeling. Buying and renovating a foreclosure is no different, and can potentially become even more of a prosperous venture than normal.
Make sure the property is completely yours. Before you even make an offer on a foreclosure, you want to be well-researched on the laws of your state. In some cases, the previous owner is allowed to repurchase the home even after you’ve already paid for it. All they have to do is come up with the amount you paid plus interest within the redemption period. Be sure not to invest any money on improvements until you are safely clear of this time-frame.
How to obtain financing. As long as your credit and income are strong, most lenders are more than happy to finance a renovation project on a previous foreclosure. The original holder of the note would probably be thrilled to have a qualified borrower take over the project and may extend a loan to you. There are also two different government insured loans available for rehabilitation projects. You can get the 203K Loan if you are an owner-occupant of a single-family dwelling; and this loan includes enough for the necessary repairs. The other option is the FHA Title 1 Loan which is only up to the amount of $25,000, and you must be able to match that amount with your own money or equity.
Don’t get in over your head. There are definitely plenty of “great deals” out there for the resourceful investor. However, there are a few potentially costly mistakes you need to carefully avoid in order to capitalize on that “steal.” Be sure to have a solid figure in mind ahead of time as to the cost of the project. Location is always an important consideration in real estate purchases; be sure the neighborhood will support your effort. Have a realistic projection of the time needed to complete your project. If you are borrowing money, time is interest; and the longer your project takes, the less money you are going to make. Have your project well organized, and choosing us to manage the construction process will ensure your project will be completed as planned.
As with buying any fixer-upper, you have the potential to build equity quickly just by some smart investing and remodeling. Buying and renovating a foreclosure is no different, and can potentially become even more of a prosperous venture than normal.
This was our official 2nd Toy Drive For the Baby DJ FUND!!!
This was our 2nd Christmas Toy Drive that we held at Citrus Restuarant, and we donated our toys again to Johnny from the XL106.7 morning show. This picture was taken at last years donation. We wanted to thank everybody for your generous donations, and hopefully our third Toy Drive will be even better.
Home Repairs and Water Damage Repair in Orlando (407) 256-0397
Have you recently found water or flood damage and needed a quote for repairs? Wood rot or termite damage? Call us today and find out how we can manage all the repairs for your home, including submitting a quote to your insurance company.
Complete Restoration, repair, and remodeling services at your request. Please email any question to PrestigeCore@aol.com
Complete Restoration, repair, and remodeling services at your request. Please email any question to PrestigeCore@aol.com
Remodeing you bathroom!!! We will help you
The smallest room in your home could undoubtedly require the largest number of professionals to remodel. A plumber, tiler, electrician, flooring installer, painter and cabinet installer will be called on to transform your bathroom, or you can use one company like PrestigeCore LLC..
If you see the bathroom as strictly utilitarian, you may choose to do a superficial cosmetic redecorating job. But if you’re adventuresome, this smallest room in your home can showcase the design of your wildest creativity. Colors or patterns you’d be afraid to use in another room can shine in this private area. And materials that would be prohibitively expensive in a larger area will fit into the bath budget
New homes are being built with special attention given to luxurious, large bathrooms with multiple sinks, toilet and bidet, separate tub and shower stalls, custom tile work, and closets to die for. But most homes offer minimal space and leave lots of room for imagination, dreaming, and adapting. The necessities of a bathroom include sink, toilet, tub and shower. Everything else is frosting on the cake. But sometimes the frosting is the best part!
One of the first things you’ll consider when thinking about a bathroom remodel is the tub or shower, and your choice will make a huge impact on the overall success of your project.
Do you dream of a sunken whirlpool tub for leisurely soaking? Does your Victorian home require a claw-foot tub with a hand-held brass showerhead? The least expensive alternative is a pre-molded fiberglass unit which incorporates both shower and tub.
The next most important selection you’ll make is the toilet. There are almost as many choices for toilets as there are for sinks or tubs. If you want a vintage look, you can choose a pull-chain flushing mechanism. If you want ultra-modern, how about a remote-controlled model? There are models with a built-in bidet for saving precious floor space. Toilets are available in many styles, designs, and colors and can be selected to coordinate with your décor.
You’ll save a lot of money if your remodeling plan can utilize the existing plumbing for both the toilet and tub. If you select a new larger tub, will walls have to be moved to install it? There are things to think about besides what looks best. There are many styles of bath sinks to choose from today. You’re not limited to the standard white porcelain bowl. Your options are many, including glass, marble, granite or ceramic free-standing bowls to molded Corian and faux marble. In most cases, your budget will determine which you’ll select.
The cabinets you select will not only set the style for your room, but will also provide storage for all that you expect to have in your bathroom. Even stock cabinets from a home improvement center come in many colors, styles, and materials. If you have a more generous budget, you can upgrade to custom cabinets with complementary moldings.
Flooring in the bath is traditionally tile, whether ceramic, marble, granite, or terra cotta. What you choose will be determined both by what look you want and how much your budget allows for this choice.
Lighting in a bathroom must be functional, but can also be beautiful and mood-setting. For make-up application and shaving you’ll want bright light. If you love to take a relaxing soak in a hot tub, you’ll want to be sure you can dim the lights!
The faucets on the sink, tub, shower, and toilet, as well as the handles and pulls on the cabinets will serve as the jewelry for the room and should be chosen with great care. Whether you select traditional polished chrome or the newer styles of brushed nickel or antiqued bronze, these items will be the finishing touch on a major transformation.
Decorating the bathroom, whether it means a fresh coat of paint or a total remodel or something PrestigeCore LLC Home Remodeling is here to help. We can help with decor ideas, picking out cabinetry and lighting, choose matching colors to compliment your home, and provide you with drawings of the final project.
If you see the bathroom as strictly utilitarian, you may choose to do a superficial cosmetic redecorating job. But if you’re adventuresome, this smallest room in your home can showcase the design of your wildest creativity. Colors or patterns you’d be afraid to use in another room can shine in this private area. And materials that would be prohibitively expensive in a larger area will fit into the bath budget
New homes are being built with special attention given to luxurious, large bathrooms with multiple sinks, toilet and bidet, separate tub and shower stalls, custom tile work, and closets to die for. But most homes offer minimal space and leave lots of room for imagination, dreaming, and adapting. The necessities of a bathroom include sink, toilet, tub and shower. Everything else is frosting on the cake. But sometimes the frosting is the best part!
One of the first things you’ll consider when thinking about a bathroom remodel is the tub or shower, and your choice will make a huge impact on the overall success of your project.
Do you dream of a sunken whirlpool tub for leisurely soaking? Does your Victorian home require a claw-foot tub with a hand-held brass showerhead? The least expensive alternative is a pre-molded fiberglass unit which incorporates both shower and tub.
The next most important selection you’ll make is the toilet. There are almost as many choices for toilets as there are for sinks or tubs. If you want a vintage look, you can choose a pull-chain flushing mechanism. If you want ultra-modern, how about a remote-controlled model? There are models with a built-in bidet for saving precious floor space. Toilets are available in many styles, designs, and colors and can be selected to coordinate with your décor.
You’ll save a lot of money if your remodeling plan can utilize the existing plumbing for both the toilet and tub. If you select a new larger tub, will walls have to be moved to install it? There are things to think about besides what looks best. There are many styles of bath sinks to choose from today. You’re not limited to the standard white porcelain bowl. Your options are many, including glass, marble, granite or ceramic free-standing bowls to molded Corian and faux marble. In most cases, your budget will determine which you’ll select.
The cabinets you select will not only set the style for your room, but will also provide storage for all that you expect to have in your bathroom. Even stock cabinets from a home improvement center come in many colors, styles, and materials. If you have a more generous budget, you can upgrade to custom cabinets with complementary moldings.
Flooring in the bath is traditionally tile, whether ceramic, marble, granite, or terra cotta. What you choose will be determined both by what look you want and how much your budget allows for this choice.
Lighting in a bathroom must be functional, but can also be beautiful and mood-setting. For make-up application and shaving you’ll want bright light. If you love to take a relaxing soak in a hot tub, you’ll want to be sure you can dim the lights!
The faucets on the sink, tub, shower, and toilet, as well as the handles and pulls on the cabinets will serve as the jewelry for the room and should be chosen with great care. Whether you select traditional polished chrome or the newer styles of brushed nickel or antiqued bronze, these items will be the finishing touch on a major transformation.
Decorating the bathroom, whether it means a fresh coat of paint or a total remodel or something PrestigeCore LLC Home Remodeling is here to help. We can help with decor ideas, picking out cabinetry and lighting, choose matching colors to compliment your home, and provide you with drawings of the final project.
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Company in Central Florida
If youre looking for quality work, and stand up contractors look no further.. Call us today (407)256-0397
We are your Orlando Home Remodeler Experts!! Call us today (407)256-0397 PrestigeCore Home Remodeling LLC.
Give us a shout today, and find out why so many people refer my company and services to family and friends. We give free quotes (407) 256-0397
Wake Up and Remodel today!!! Make your home, your dream Home!!! Orlando College Park Winter Park Lake Mary Remodeling
The real estate market is at an all time low, favoring buyers with available funds and good credit. If you are property owner, now is the worst time to sell your investment as homes are not being valued to their true earning potential. Where there was a lot of room for negotiations, now homes are being bought for the same price as they were built many years ago.
Orlando is Remodeling everyday. Take a drive through College Park, Winter Park, or Downtown Orlando. Homes, offices, and even rental communites are remodeling, waiting for the market to pick itself up. But finding good contractors that wont rip you off, is increasingly hard to come by. Most companies have become so big with the demands so high in the area, they can charge inflated prices. Most clients call the same companies; but now are finding out how hard it is to find qualified contractors that are able to complete the work in a reasonable amount of time. Some customers even use un-licensed contractors looking to cut cost, but run into so many nightmares that they end up spending more money in the long run.
PrestigeCore LLC. is a well established company in the central florida area, looking to fill this niche with "Quality work at a Quality Price". With the ability to complete small or big jobs within a couple of
Look for PrestigeCore LLC. for all your remodeling needs. Contact Wayne Morris or Derek Chontas @ (407) 256-0397
SileStone Countertops vs Granite Countertops
Through superior strength, incredible beauty and an unparalleled distribution network, Silestone is rapidly becoming the choice for discerning consumers.
Natural Beauty
Silestone offers a sophisticated elegance and timeless beauty. The natural quartz in Silestone delivers distinctive depth, brilliant clarity, glimmering radiance and a cool, solid feel unique to natural stone.
Versatility
Silestone can be used in virtually any indoor surfacing application in kitchens, bathrooms and floors, including: countertops, island tops, vanities, tub and shower surrounds, backsplashes, walls, wet bars, tabletops, desktops, fireplace surrounds and more.
Widespread Availability
In North America, Silestone is available through approximately 3,500 retailers including The Home Depot®, e-counters.com, as well as a variety of kitchen and bath retailers, cabinet shops, tile/flooring outlets, designers' showrooms, architectural firms, builders, and more.
Scratch-Resistance
The quartz in Silestone makes it naturally scratch-resistant. Only three other natural minerals - diamond, sapphire and topaz - are harder than quartz. Quartz is a seven on Mohs Hardness Scale (diamond is a 10).
So, while a careless slip of the knife will scratch most other countertops such as laminates and solid surfaces, it won't leave a mark on Silestone. Although Silestone is durable, it is not scratch-proof; it could be damaged with excessive force or pressure.
Stain-Resistance
Silestone is non-porous and therefore it is highly resistant to stains from coffee, wine, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, makeup, and many other common household products. Unlike granite, Silestone does not need to be sealed to keep its lustrous shine.
Scorch-Resistance
Unlike solid surfaces and laminates, Silestone is scorch-resistant. It will withstand limited exposure to heat without burning or scorching. The fire of a lit match will not mar Silestone. However, as advised by crock pot and electric skillet manufacturers, do not place these items directly on any countertop. Always use trivets when placing hot items on any natural stone or quartz surface to avoid thermal shock.
Strength
Silestone has four times the flexural strength of granite, making it less susceptible to chipping and cracking during transportation and installation.
Maintenance-Free
Because it is non-porous, Silestone does not need to be sealed. Granite, marble and limestone, on the other hand, must be sealed on installation and resealed regularly to prevent staining. Silestone is a maintenance-free star compared to solid surfaces that may require rigorous maintenance to clean up tough stains, scratches and scorch marks.
Colors and Edges
Silestone is available in a wide array of dazzling colors, from conservative neutral hues, to daring bright colors, ensuring that there is a Silestone color to suit most any style or taste. Silestone delivers a uniformity and consistency that allows for virtually unlimited edge designs.
Experience and Professionalism
Silestone is available through a mature network of dedicated distributors and fabricators backed by the experience of Cosentino with more than 70 years in the natural stone industry. Plus, Certified Silestone Installers are trained through a unique curriculum that includes expert, hands-on training.
Innovation
Silestone leads its category in innovative ideas for a product that already is known for its ingenious physical properties and customer benefits. Silestone offers the most colors in natural quartz; the most innovative sink installation methods, such as integrated, flush- and bevel-mounted; and the latest, newest products such as the exclusive Silestone® Leather™ with Microban®.
Natural Beauty
Silestone offers a sophisticated elegance and timeless beauty. The natural quartz in Silestone delivers distinctive depth, brilliant clarity, glimmering radiance and a cool, solid feel unique to natural stone.
Versatility
Silestone can be used in virtually any indoor surfacing application in kitchens, bathrooms and floors, including: countertops, island tops, vanities, tub and shower surrounds, backsplashes, walls, wet bars, tabletops, desktops, fireplace surrounds and more.
Widespread Availability
In North America, Silestone is available through approximately 3,500 retailers including The Home Depot®, e-counters.com, as well as a variety of kitchen and bath retailers, cabinet shops, tile/flooring outlets, designers' showrooms, architectural firms, builders, and more.
Scratch-Resistance
The quartz in Silestone makes it naturally scratch-resistant. Only three other natural minerals - diamond, sapphire and topaz - are harder than quartz. Quartz is a seven on Mohs Hardness Scale (diamond is a 10).
So, while a careless slip of the knife will scratch most other countertops such as laminates and solid surfaces, it won't leave a mark on Silestone. Although Silestone is durable, it is not scratch-proof; it could be damaged with excessive force or pressure.
Stain-Resistance
Silestone is non-porous and therefore it is highly resistant to stains from coffee, wine, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, makeup, and many other common household products. Unlike granite, Silestone does not need to be sealed to keep its lustrous shine.
Scorch-Resistance
Unlike solid surfaces and laminates, Silestone is scorch-resistant. It will withstand limited exposure to heat without burning or scorching. The fire of a lit match will not mar Silestone. However, as advised by crock pot and electric skillet manufacturers, do not place these items directly on any countertop. Always use trivets when placing hot items on any natural stone or quartz surface to avoid thermal shock.
Strength
Silestone has four times the flexural strength of granite, making it less susceptible to chipping and cracking during transportation and installation.
Maintenance-Free
Because it is non-porous, Silestone does not need to be sealed. Granite, marble and limestone, on the other hand, must be sealed on installation and resealed regularly to prevent staining. Silestone is a maintenance-free star compared to solid surfaces that may require rigorous maintenance to clean up tough stains, scratches and scorch marks.
Colors and Edges
Silestone is available in a wide array of dazzling colors, from conservative neutral hues, to daring bright colors, ensuring that there is a Silestone color to suit most any style or taste. Silestone delivers a uniformity and consistency that allows for virtually unlimited edge designs.
Experience and Professionalism
Silestone is available through a mature network of dedicated distributors and fabricators backed by the experience of Cosentino with more than 70 years in the natural stone industry. Plus, Certified Silestone Installers are trained through a unique curriculum that includes expert, hands-on training.
Innovation
Silestone leads its category in innovative ideas for a product that already is known for its ingenious physical properties and customer benefits. Silestone offers the most colors in natural quartz; the most innovative sink installation methods, such as integrated, flush- and bevel-mounted; and the latest, newest products such as the exclusive Silestone® Leather™ with Microban®.
Remodeling Market Increases!!!!!
Due to the ever crashing market, declining home sales, and foreclosures the homeowners that are able to keep their mortgages are choosing to stay put with their investments and upgrade their homes. 
Remodeling helps with all types of the property market by increasing the value and the appeal of the home. The home owner can ask for higher values in the sales market, and gain more exposure in that price bracket for the newer upgrades. Simple kitchen cabinets, counter top and flooring upgrades are the main selling points for all homes. The bathrooms are the second most important factor in the homes appeal. Most clients are now asking for Travertine flooring, matching shower tiles, and a closet design for the master bathroom area, with special emphasis on the jacuzzi tubs and his/her toilet commodes. For normal 3 bedroom homes the cost of entire remodeling can start off around $3,000 and can rise up to the value of the home itself depending on what the clients wish for.
A good way to start your project, is to find out what you are willing to spend in each area, conform to a budget for the entire project and be realistic. A lot of clients want to start off with a small budget in mind, yet once they walk a contractor through the project they have already upgraded what they want. Another good point is to think a little more long term, and how a little more money into the project will increase the quality and the overall image of the remodel. For example, If you are looking to remodel the kitchen, but do no want to spend the extra money on the counter tops for stone, you will not create the same effect and will probably wish that you had spent the extra 2-3 thousand and really make the kitchen special a year or two later.
Another great tip into remodeling is to re-paint the outside of the home so that it feels newer with the interior upgrades. Landscaping is something anybody can do with a little time and sweat, but nobody can hide a bad paint job.
Remodeling helps with all types of the property market by increasing the value and the appeal of the home. The home owner can ask for higher values in the sales market, and gain more exposure in that price bracket for the newer upgrades. Simple kitchen cabinets, counter top and flooring upgrades are the main selling points for all homes. The bathrooms are the second most important factor in the homes appeal. Most clients are now asking for Travertine flooring, matching shower tiles, and a closet design for the master bathroom area, with special emphasis on the jacuzzi tubs and his/her toilet commodes. For normal 3 bedroom homes the cost of entire remodeling can start off around $3,000 and can rise up to the value of the home itself depending on what the clients wish for. A good way to start your project, is to find out what you are willing to spend in each area, conform to a budget for the entire project and be realistic. A lot of clients want to start off with a small budget in mind, yet once they walk a contractor through the project they have already upgraded what they want. Another good point is to think a little more long term, and how a little more money into the project will increase the quality and the overall image of the remodel. For example, If you are looking to remodel the kitchen, but do no want to spend the extra money on the counter tops for stone, you will not create the same effect and will probably wish that you had spent the extra 2-3 thousand and really make the kitchen special a year or two later.
Another great tip into remodeling is to re-paint the outside of the home so that it feels newer with the interior upgrades. Landscaping is something anybody can do with a little time and sweat, but nobody can hide a bad paint job.
We have great prices for regular or custom home design planning. Let us help you design your new home today!!
IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF A WORKING SET OF DRAWINGS (ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS TO SCALE AND PLANS ENGINEERED READY FOR PERMTING) WE HAVE COMPETITIVE PRICES. Call us today (407)-256-0397
We have crews ready to go!!!! (407)256-0397
Email prestigecore@aol.com or call us today (407)256-0397 and find out how we provide the best service, with professional skilled contractors to remodel or build your project today!!!
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"Invest in Your Nest" We can help increase the value of your Home today!!
The following is an excerpt from the book "Invest in Your Nest" by Barbara Kavovit.
Grow the Space You Have
Transforming existing raw space into an extra bedroom, a playroom, or a guest or master suite is an affordable way to make your house bigger. You can also winterize an unheated sunroom or porch to transform a two- or three-season room into a year-round retreat. You can transform a two-bedroom, two-bath house into a "new" three-bedroom, three-bathroom house just by making your unused space livable!
Be Your Own Project Manager
Finishing the existing raw space in your home for livability requires the help of specialists in several trades: plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and others, including flooring and possibly stoneworking for tile work.
So while it's not a do-it-yourself job, you can manage the project yourself and become your own general contractor. That way, you'll save money and choose and work with the tradespeople whom you really like. Managing the project gives you tremendous control over personnel, quality control, and finishes.
You're the boss! Here are the basic steps you'll want to follow:
Set aside some time
Expect to spend from 1 to several hours a day for several months dealing with some aspect of the renovation. Managing the transformation of any space in your home does not require you to be on-site every minute, but you do have to check in often, inspect the work as it progresses, pay bills, consult with the tradespeople who are on the site, coordinate with and schedule the tradespeople who need to come in, make sure the site is organized safely and in a way that protects workers (and therefore your liability), monitor rubbish removal, and troubleshoot.
Determine Your Budget
Every decision you make flows from your budget, from how much to spend on flooring to how fancy you want your bathroom fixtures to be.
Decide How You Want to Use the Space
Will it be an extra bedroom and bath, a family room, or a children's playroom? The function will help inform many of the finishes you choose. For example, a children's playroom may benefit from a hardwood floor partially covered by a large rug. How elaborate do you want the bathroom to be? If you are transforming a space into a master suite, the bathroom should have double vanities and a glass enclosure for the shower, which should have extra wall and overhead showerheads.
Once you have made your decisions, Call us at PrestigeCore Home Remodeling LLC and we can help!!! (407)256-0397
**excerpt from:http://interiordec.about.com/od/homearticles/a/barbaraknest.htm**
Grow the Space You Have
Transforming existing raw space into an extra bedroom, a playroom, or a guest or master suite is an affordable way to make your house bigger. You can also winterize an unheated sunroom or porch to transform a two- or three-season room into a year-round retreat. You can transform a two-bedroom, two-bath house into a "new" three-bedroom, three-bathroom house just by making your unused space livable!
Be Your Own Project Manager
Finishing the existing raw space in your home for livability requires the help of specialists in several trades: plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and others, including flooring and possibly stoneworking for tile work.
So while it's not a do-it-yourself job, you can manage the project yourself and become your own general contractor. That way, you'll save money and choose and work with the tradespeople whom you really like. Managing the project gives you tremendous control over personnel, quality control, and finishes.
You're the boss! Here are the basic steps you'll want to follow:
Set aside some time
Expect to spend from 1 to several hours a day for several months dealing with some aspect of the renovation. Managing the transformation of any space in your home does not require you to be on-site every minute, but you do have to check in often, inspect the work as it progresses, pay bills, consult with the tradespeople who are on the site, coordinate with and schedule the tradespeople who need to come in, make sure the site is organized safely and in a way that protects workers (and therefore your liability), monitor rubbish removal, and troubleshoot.
Determine Your Budget
Every decision you make flows from your budget, from how much to spend on flooring to how fancy you want your bathroom fixtures to be.
Decide How You Want to Use the Space
Will it be an extra bedroom and bath, a family room, or a children's playroom? The function will help inform many of the finishes you choose. For example, a children's playroom may benefit from a hardwood floor partially covered by a large rug. How elaborate do you want the bathroom to be? If you are transforming a space into a master suite, the bathroom should have double vanities and a glass enclosure for the shower, which should have extra wall and overhead showerheads.
Once you have made your decisions, Call us at PrestigeCore Home Remodeling LLC and we can help!!! (407)256-0397
**excerpt from:http://interiordec.about.com/od/homearticles/a/barbaraknest.htm**
Want to design an Addition? We can help!!
Ideas For Your Home Addition
By building a home addition, homeowners can make their homes more livable, while also increasing its value. A home addition allows you to comfortably stay in a home and neighborhood you like without incurring the expenses and inconvenience of moving. The idea is to increase space by building on, up, out, down, or in any direction from the existing home structure in order to create additional living space and enhance the quality of life within your home.
Ground Level Home Additions
The first step is to sit down and think about all the ways in which you could expand your ground floor. For those that live on a thousand acre ranch this should be no problem, but most of us have a finite amount of space to work with. In fact, the majority of homeowners are constantly trying to maximize what little property they have. Expanding the ground floor is wise because it appeals to home buyers, should the time come for you to sell one day. Ground level additions are also convenient for households that have elders living in the house because it eliminates the need for difficult stairs.
If you do decide to go with a ground level addition, you will have to prepare for the addition to expand into your yard and change the shape of your home. The most common addition is the one that expands into the back of your yard. Many people will add a sunroom or extend their living area in this way. It is popular to do this because the addition won’t change the look of your home from the street. For those of you with large yards you shouldn’t have problem, however, if your yard is small you will need to determine property lines.
Second Story Home Additions
Another popular addition is when you build onto the second story of your house, such over a garage. Building up is a little trickier because you will have to schedule your addition during cooperative weather conditions. During a second story addition there will be a time when a portion of your roof will be open and you do not want poor weather conditions entering into your house. Keep in mind, depending on the situation it is sometimes less expensive to build up because there won't be any need for foundation building.
By building a home addition, homeowners can make their homes more livable, while also increasing its value. A home addition allows you to comfortably stay in a home and neighborhood you like without incurring the expenses and inconvenience of moving. The idea is to increase space by building on, up, out, down, or in any direction from the existing home structure in order to create additional living space and enhance the quality of life within your home.
Ground Level Home Additions
The first step is to sit down and think about all the ways in which you could expand your ground floor. For those that live on a thousand acre ranch this should be no problem, but most of us have a finite amount of space to work with. In fact, the majority of homeowners are constantly trying to maximize what little property they have. Expanding the ground floor is wise because it appeals to home buyers, should the time come for you to sell one day. Ground level additions are also convenient for households that have elders living in the house because it eliminates the need for difficult stairs.
If you do decide to go with a ground level addition, you will have to prepare for the addition to expand into your yard and change the shape of your home. The most common addition is the one that expands into the back of your yard. Many people will add a sunroom or extend their living area in this way. It is popular to do this because the addition won’t change the look of your home from the street. For those of you with large yards you shouldn’t have problem, however, if your yard is small you will need to determine property lines.
Second Story Home Additions
Another popular addition is when you build onto the second story of your house, such over a garage. Building up is a little trickier because you will have to schedule your addition during cooperative weather conditions. During a second story addition there will be a time when a portion of your roof will be open and you do not want poor weather conditions entering into your house. Keep in mind, depending on the situation it is sometimes less expensive to build up because there won't be any need for foundation building.
Want to build your own cabinets.. We'll show you how to get started....
Everyone enjoys the look and feel of fine wood furniture. It has a warmth and elegance that enhances every home. With the prices of quality wood furniture increasing, many do it yourselfers are making their own custom pieces. In this article we are going to show you the correct way to start the project and how to find the right tools and understand the correct key words and terms about cabinet building.
Planning:
Before you begin, plan to gather the items that you will be using, and place them where you will build the cabinet.
Let's simplify things a little and look at the basic components you will be working with to build your cabinet.
Basic Cabinet Components:
Kick-plate
Carcass
Strong-back
Face frame
Doors
Drawers (optional)
False Front
Terminology:
Before you begin your project, you will want to become familiar with the wood working terms shown below.
Miter Cut - Angle cut across the width or thickness of the board
Rabbet - L-shaped cut
Dado - Channel cut across the board, into which a second piece of wood is fitted
Kerf - Width of the blade
Countersink - To set a screw head at or below the surface
Dowel - Wooden pin used to provide strength and alignment
AA Lumber - Lumber which has a good finish on both sides.
Ripping - A cut with the grain
Crosscutting - A cut across the grain
Shim - A thin, wedge-shaped piece of wood used for leveling or spacing.
But Joint - The square end of one piece butting up against the flat surface or end of another piece.
Materials:
Because of the size of the lumber involved in this project, you need an extra person to help with cutting some of the wood. Plan ahead so your "Assistant" is available at the appropriate times.
Wood Selection:
Before you purchase your wood and select a finish for your cabinet, you should ask yourself some simple questions about how you plan to use and display it in you home, Where will the cabinet be located? Do the dimensions of the cabinet fit properly in the space you have allowed for it?
You can use a plywood that has a furniture grade veneer on only one side (AB plywood), since only one side will be visible. Plywood with a finished veneer on both sides (AA) can also be used for a top quality look. Face frames of solid oak will be used to cover the plywood when necessary.
Similar to laying a pattern out on a piece of cloth, often you can cut several different pieces of the same thickness of wood out of a single piece. It is a good idea to add up the total number of boards, being careful to make sure you group short pieces in with long pieces to minimize waste.
We hope this little clip will help you gain understanding of the planning and preparation it takes to build custom kitchens. We provide layouts and drawings for all of our kitchens before submitting them to our builders. For basic layouts that require standard sizes, our suppliers have the "boxes" already finished ready for the type of door needed to finish the job.
Call us today and we are ready to help, and give free estimates on your Kitchen Remodel. (407) 256-0397
The For Sale - Housing Market is suffering, but Home Improvements and Remdoeling is the Way to GO.
At the beginning of this year I wondered about the housing market, and how could this crazy trend of flipping houses and new condo sales keep up from the last 3 years. Sooner than later stories began rising out of our communities that home owners were not able to keep up with their adjustable arm mortgages, and fluctuating interest rates. Some HOA (Home Owner Association) payments were doubling trying to keep up with the increases in insurance and property taxes, making those new condos undesirable and the investors unable to rent them out without substantial losses.
In my onion this market will flat line by the end of this year before some new legislation and government assistance will have to be utilized to help pick up the housing market in 2008. From then to now, home owners will have to either sit tight in their homes or take lower than ever offers on their homes for sale.
But we still have to take in to consideration that real estate is still the best investments we can make. The value of money (currency) will always depreciate since the government is always printing more currency than we have gold. Keeping our money inside of banks and CD's are probably not the best idea since there are formulas that show that over a 40 year period the value of one dollar will decrease to just 5 cents. This is why us, as investors or even just home owners in Central Florida, should hold on to our investments because we are growing as a city and our homes are still are best investments with low risks.
I started a Home Improvement Company that focuses on Remodeling and Improving for these reasons. My goal is to improve my client’s homes so that their investments are more enjoyable and more appealing for higher sales offers when wanting to sell the properties down the road. The upgrades we can offer also help increase the appraised value of the property, helping clients refinance and getting the extra money out needed to weather the storm in our housing economy. Visit my site and find out if Home Improvements or Remodeling might be something you could be interested in.
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