Although there are several options to choose from when trying to decide on a driveway, concrete is probably the most widely used. This makes sense due to its durability and cost. Concrete may cost a little more than asphalt but is cheaper than several other materials such as brick or pavers. The longevity of concrete saves money down the road and also offers a clean look when it comes to curb appeal.
When we were building our house, we decided early in the process to finish most of our basement. For us, this was a great way to add finished square footage to our house at a much more affordable cost.
There are several factors to consider, but the most important should be weather resistance. Cedar, Cypress, and Redwood are extremely weather-resistant compared to other woods. Because of this and the fact that they are easy to find, these three are the most commonly used woods on the exterior of a home.
Does adding hardwood floors add value to your home? This is a very good question that comes up often. Most people would agree that they for sure do add value to a home. Although the answer is quite simple, the explanation may need to go a little further.
There are so many components that go into the building or remodeling a home. While we were building our new home, we made sure to plan out every single part of our staircase, all the way from the treads to the decor. It was all so important.