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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.

  • Build In Shelving Around Your Fireplace

    At Country Club Homes, one of the ways we love helping clients create warmer, more family-friendly spaces is with fireplaces. A beautiful fireplace adds so much to a living room, and when it’s framed with built-in shelves, it really becomes a balanced and functional element of your space. Stained wood shelving creates a natural, rustic appearance. We…

  • Incorporating the Barn Door Trend in Your Home Construction

    Barn doors are not just for the outdoors anymore; the trend for using barn doors for interior spaces has been catching on around the nation.  They bring the convenience and space-saving benefits of sliding doors with a rustic character that’s nigh-irresistible.  Here are a few ways to consider integrating barn doors into your home. A large…

  • The Perfect Home Office Requires Careful Planning

    When you’re in your home office, you need to be able to focus and stay on task. The right design can evoke feelings of dedication and resolve while also offering the privacy you need to work effectively. We recommend keeping these home planning tips in mind when designing your home office. They’ll ensure that everything fits…

  • Why You Should Consider Mezzanines for Your Custom Home

    Wide, open spaces can make your home feel more luxurious, bright and airy. You don’t need to necessarily add square footage to make your home feel more open, either. Just look up — all of that vertical space can be honored and enjoyed by adding a mezzanine to your home design. Here’s a look at…