Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Make Smart, Purposeful Renovations Before Selling Your Home

    When selling your home, trying to decide on which remodeling project to tackle so that you get an adequate return on your investment can be difficult. While some remodels are easy, others will never return enough to justify their cost. As a seller, here are three that you should consider:

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    Renovate the Kitchen – Most buyers are looking for move-in-ready homes.  Kitchens are absolutely essential to everyday living.  Replacing the flooring, cabinets, appliances and lighting are a key investment in a home.

    bathroom remodel
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    Bathroom Remodel – Simple changes such as a new vanity, lighting and fixtures can make a big impression to buyers.

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    Replacing an Entry Door – To boost curb appeal, a clean and welcoming appearance at the front entry is critical.  Besides replacing the door, adding a new exterior light and beautiful door hardware can amplify the appearance.

    To make other smart, purposeful renovations before selling your home, consider a new roof, a deck addition and paint colors that are current and fresh looking.

    For more information on remodels and custom homes in the Fairfield County area, please contact us at Country Club Homes. Find us online at https://aqi.nnh.mybluehost.me/website_2fce611a or reach us directly at 203-762-0550.

  • The Studs of Construction: Understanding the Lumber in Your Home

    You’ve encountered the studs of construction before: You measure and mark the walls to hang a piece of artwork. The first nail goes in easy-breezy, the second one nearly jars the teeth out of your head as you pound it in. That’s a stud. Homes in Fairfield County and around the country are usually framed…

  • Adding a Sauna to Your Home is Great for Your Health

    An in-home sauna may seem like an unnecessary luxury, but in reality it can provide significant benefits to your health. A sauna’s heat works to sooth your nerve endings, relieve tension, reduce joint pain, and relax your muscles.  Spending time in a sauna also works to calm your body and relieve it of stress which promotes…

  • Create Cleverly Concealed Work Spaces in Your Home

    Have you discovered that you could benefit from additional workspaces in your home? Using creative built-in storage is an excellent way to create unique spaces designed specifically to meet your family’s needs. Contemporary Family Room by New York Architects & Designers Murdock Solon Architects via Houzz   Considering adding a: Homework center: Does your kids’ homework spill out across…

  • How to Tell if a Wall or Column is Load-Bearing

    Many homeowners seek to open up space in their home during a home renovation project by removing a wall. This can connect spaces and completely transform a home’s layout. Before a wall can be removed it must first be determined whether the wall is load-bearing. This can be determined by: Traditional Staircase by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club…