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A beige house surrounded by metal scaffolding, indicating exterior renovations to increase value, with a blue sky in the background and plants along the front yard.

The Best Home Value Upgrades: Exterior Renovations to Increase Value

remodeling, Roofing, Siding, windows / May 19, 2025

Strategic exterior home improvements offer the best return on investment when upgrading your property. From replacing siding and roofing to installing energy-efficient windows and enhancing landscaping, these renovations not only improve curb appeal but significantly increase your home’s market value while improving energy efficiency and structural integrity.

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The remodeling boom!

Additions, interior design, remodeling / September 25, 2020

Has anyone besides me noticed the number of construction cranes singing above the skyline when driving around Madison and the suburbs? There’s a construction boom going on and it’s noticeable in many areas. Have you driven down East Washington Avenue lately? It’s crazy!

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A charming single-story house in Madison, WI, featuring a green exterior and white trim. The home boasts a front porch with a gabled roof, white railings, and decorative support beams. Exterior renovations include lush greenery and flower beds that surround the pathway leading to the front door.

Mix your siding material for a big impact

Additions, older homes, remodeling, Siding / April 11, 2020

Two of a good thing is always better than one, right? Especially when it comes to your siding materials. The two dimensional look with your siding materials adds a dramatic style that is noticeable and the impact this creates is soft and pleasing to the eye.

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A spacious modern kitchen and living area featuring a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and wooden flooring. The space includes stainless steel appliances, a comfortable seating area, and large windows and doors that let in ample natural light—perfect for homes in Madison WI considering exterior renovations.

Building & remodeling trends for 2020

Additions, remodeling / January 26, 2020

Tear down those walls! I know this was a cheesy reference to an old speech but building trends in 2020 and beyond are doing exactly that. Tearing down walls. Or, not putting them up during the building process. I for one love the wide-open space of combing rooms and increasing the feel of a much

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A home office in Madison, WI with sage green walls features a large L-shaped desk with wooden cabinets and white countertops. Two office chairs face desktop computers. A printer is on the right, and a closed laptop is on the left counter. Two windows with translucent blinds open to views of recent exterior renovations.

Home office ideas to drool over.

Additions, home office, older homes, remodeling / July 28, 2019

As all of us are getting older and the option of working from home more seems to be the norm and having a great home office makes work a little more enjoyable. We live in Wisconsin and many cold and snowy days drove me to the home office to work instead of getting in the

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A person in Madison, WI holds a tablet displaying a home automation interface labeled "Home Control." Various icons for controlling temperature, lights, security, and other household functions are visible on the screen. A house undergoing exterior renovations is illuminated in the background at dusk.

The smart home VS the dumb home.

Going green, remodeling, Sonos, Thermostats / June 18, 2019

This is an age old question and is worthy of the conversation. Smart homes are techie and cool where people love to show off how they can control all the gadgets they have in their home right from their phone and those gadgets are appliances, HVAC (see more for repair), lighting, security cameras, etc., and

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A cozy outdoor patio in Madison, WI features a beige couch and two matching armchairs with rope detailing. A square coffee table with a vase of green flowers and a white ceramic stool sits in the center. A textured wooden wall, white columns, and hanging lanterns complete this stunning exterior renovation.

The case for a cedar shake accent wall.

cedar shakes, Patio, remodeling, Siding / June 12, 2019

I love cedar shakes. And, although red cedar is my favorite, white cedar is no slouch for look and durability. In the research I performed, I located a cedar firm called Direct Cedar & Roofing Supplies in Abbotsford, BC, Canada. This was the find of a lifetime. I spoke with Paul Wilson who is one

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A two-story house in Madison, WI, features a green exterior with white trim and a wooden shingle roof. The front boasts large windows, a porch with stone pillars, and a landscaped yard. Recent exterior renovations include an attached garage on the right side of the house. Trees are visible in the background.

Siding Trends for 2019

Design, remodeling, Siding / February 19, 2019

Siding trends have changed over the past decade and for 2019 the trend for siding has become interesting and stylish. Let’s take a look at what these style trends. For curb appeal alone keeping up with the current design trends is important for many reasons. Subtle siding color palettes continue to be popular for homeowners

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A modern, rectangular gas fireplace is built into a dark, tiled wall. Flames dance over a bed of blue and orange glass rocks. A glass coffee table with a yellow fruit bowl and a gray sofa with green and yellow cushions are partially visible in the foreground, perfect for cozy evenings after your exterior renovations in Madison, WI.

Best gas fireplaces for your new addition.

Additions, remodeling / July 25, 2018

Let’s face it, we live in a cold weather climate. (For at least part of the year.) And when considering your new addition adding a gas fireplace is a must-have feature you will not regret. The struggle here is which brand is the best. Let’s take a look at some of my favorites:

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Concrete is being poured over a network of red heating tubes arranged in a grid pattern. The tubes are secured to a concrete subfloor with plastic clips. The fresh concrete is spreading evenly, partially covering the tubing, creating a new floor slab as part of ongoing exterior renovations in Madison, WI.

In-floor Heating Systems Pros & Cons

remodeling / June 23, 2018

I want to come right out and say that I’m a fan of in-floor heating systems because when you stand on a warm floor during the cold days in winter it makes you feel good. It literally puts a smile on your face! In-floor heating, also called radiant floor heating, is a luxurious home feature

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A cozy backyard patio with a wooden dining table set for four, featuring sunflowers and table settings. Located in Madison, WI, the area is paved with bricks and bordered by lush green plants. A brick outdoor fireplace stands at the back, with string lights hanging above—ideal for exterior renovations.

Decks vs Patios … Which is the right choice?

Blog, Branding, Decks, Patio, remodeling / July 23, 2017

If your home is in need of some outdoor space, adding a patio or deck can increase your square foot without being the bank. Each option offers an area to gather with friends and family, grill out, and relax under the sun (or stars); the option you choose will likely depend on your budget, space,

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A house in Madison, WI, under renovation with exposed wooden framing and electrical wiring in the walls. The flooring is partially removed, revealing sand-like materials, and the ceiling structure is visible. There's a doorway leading to another room in the background, hinting at further exterior renovations.

Repair your home for you

Blog, remodeling / July 9, 2017

Everyone who is buying a home or is looking to renovate their current home usually asks the same questions. What have you done lately? The curb appeal of the home, a new kitchen or master bath, what was remodeled and what repairs make the most sense always comes up. How’s the landscaping look and

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