Category Archives: November 2010

Green this, green that. Enough already.

Posted on November 19, 2010 by

My monthly issue of Professional Remodeler arrived in the mail today.  The first page that caught my eye was the Editor in Chief, Jonathan Sweet’s editorial about ‘going green’ and how the phrase has been so over used.  I couldn’t agree more. Whether or … Continue reading →

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Is the tide turning?

Posted on November 18, 2010 by

We’ve been very encouraged by the recent data being reported from many housing industry and employment sources: Maine Association of REALTORS, National Association of Builders and Maine Department of Labor. According Maine Association of REALTORS (MAR), the Maine median home … Continue reading →

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Great rooms, media rooms and the man cave.

Posted on November 17, 2010 by

Boy how things have changed.  With the trend towards downsizing and the desire for gathering rooms, requests for eliminating traditional living rooms, dining rooms and dens are the norm.  The rooms have become great rooms, media rooms and the man cave.  In Maine, the … Continue reading →

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Happy customer. Happy builder.

Posted on November 15, 2010 by

For the new homeowner and builder, creating a punch list for home building and remodeling is the best way to manage and finalize a project.  The week or so prior to closing is the best time to walk through the home to … Continue reading →

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Reasons to remodel

Posted on November 10, 2010 by

Contemplating selling your home, but you love the location or neighborhood? Perhaps it’s where you raised your children and have too many memories to leave? The answer to the question whether to sell your home or not, can be remodeling. Remodeling can … Continue reading →

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Small in size, big in efficiency and amenities

Posted on November 9, 2010 by

The current building trend to downsize square footage, but not skimp on quality or amenities, continues to be the norm.  The smaller home means cozier rooms for family gatherings, finished basements for entertaining, exercise rooms and where the kids can hang out with their friends.  … Continue reading →

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Home Construction: A Step-by-Step Process

Posted on November 8, 2010 by

The construction phase of the home-building process is when all your dreams and plans come to fruition. It often is the easiest, most gratifying and most enjoyable part of the process. Successful execution of your plan requires a joint effort … Continue reading →

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Considering moving to Maine?

Posted on November 5, 2010 by

Perhaps you lived in Maine before, vacationed here or simply need a change of pace and are considering living in the beautiful state we proudly call HOME. With 5,500 miles of coastline, slower-paced lifestyle, low crime rate and gorgeous setting, … Continue reading →

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Just Zip it

Posted on November 4, 2010 by

We are often asked what the green stuff is that we install before the siding.  ZIP System wall combines the strength and stability of a high-performing panel and can stand up to Maine’s weather because of its water-resistive barrier.  We also don’t have … Continue reading →

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So now what?

Posted on November 3, 2010 by

The GOP did what they hoped to do.  They now have partial control of Congress.  But is this good news?  Many experts predict that with a Republican-controlled House and a Democratic administration, gridlock will be inevitable and the current growth … Continue reading →

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