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  • Does It Ever Make Sense to Do a Home Building Project Yourself?

    The do-it-yourself home improvement fad has grown stronger over the last few years, with television programs and websites cropping up with ideas and instructions.  It can be very inspiring to watch someone on a thirty minute show put up their own walls and crown molding, with beautiful results each time.

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    But when it comes time for your own DIY, it may not be as fun and easy as the shows and websites make it look.  There is a certain amount of satisfaction in completing a project yourself, but you’ll want to carefully consider everything that goes into it before deciding to take the DIY approach.

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    Simpler projects, like adding shelving, that can be done in a weekend without any special tools are good candidates for projects you can do yourself. For other home improvement projects, you’ll want to consider the following:

    • Do you have the physical abilities required for the work and do you enjoy manual labor?
    • Do you typically finish projects when you start them or do you often have several unfinished projects laying around at any given time?  What are the consequences of leaving this project only partly finished?
    • Do you know all the steps involved in the process and do you have the skills required to complete them?
    • Is the project dangerous? Does it require special tools or permits?
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    Many times you’ll find that the home improvement project is going to cost you much more in time, effort and risk of both injury and damaging mistakes than it’s worth.  Qualified remodelers and contractors have the tools, experience,and understanding of local building codes to get your project done quickly, safely and up to code.  If you are considering home improvement in Fairfield Countycontact us at  Country Club Homes at 203-762-0550 to see what we can do for you.

  • Color Lovers Rejoice! Celebrating Unconventional Hues for Christmas

    Red and green, the colors of holly berries and evergreens, are the expected hues for Christmas decorations since at least the Victorian era. And there’s comfort to be found in tradition, especially around the holidays. But if you’re yearning to try something new for your Christmas decor, there are several ways to experiment!   Navy,…

  • Warm Season’s Greetings from Country Club Homes

    May the roof over your head protect you from the elements and cozy walls wrap your family in warmth. Wishing you warm season’s greetings and all the best for 2016! From all of us at Country Club Homes, Inc.

  • Everything in its Place: Understanding Symmetry in Your Custom Home Design

    Symmetry as it applies to interior design is another word for balance. Balance is the foundation of appealing interior design, regardless of the style, size or location of the space. There’s a harmony about visual balance that instinctively appeals to humans because of the inherent balance in nature, starting with our own bodies!   Symmetry…

  • Winter Comfort: Radiant Heating in Your Custom Home

    The official start of winter is just around the corner. For a more pleasant experience at home during the coldest months of the year, radiant heating is a cost-effective investment that feels like a wonderful luxury. Radiant heating systems integrate a series of pipes or wires beneath the floor. The experience of a chilly Connecticut…