Best Dressed Cabinets
You’ve probably jumped in your car, running a bit late, driven off and realized that you forgot your watch and your wedding ring (or whatever it is you wear Every. Single. Day.) And just like that, you’re totally out of sorts. We accessorize ourselves with jewelry, belts, handbags, etc, all those items that give us… Read More
Project Profile: Lower Level Becomes Entertainment Central
Finished basements have long been the place to hang out and relax, the place to watch movies or the big game. We run upstairs for snacks and drinks, to pop popcorn and grab more drinks, then when the day is over we haul all that we’ve brought down, back up. These days many homeowners are… Read More
Why Choose a Professional Design/Build Remodeler?
You have many choices when it comes to remodeling in the Greater Des Moines area. As a design/build remodeler, we’re proud to have so many satisfied homeowners who have trusted us with their remodeling projects. Why does it make sense to choose a full-service design/build remodeler? Professional Design – We have a full-time project designer… Read More
Project Profile: Master Bath Transformation – From Bland Beginning to Elegant End
People choose to remodel for several reasons, most typically because they want the space to look nicer. That was the case with this family who decided to stay in their home and invest in making it attractive and enjoyable. While we had worked with the family on some minor home improvement projects, we were extra… Read More
Contractor Conversation #2: How Long Will My Remodel Take?
The excessive time some remodeling projects last give the industry a bad rap. Stories of projects that drag on are told in an effort to gain bragging rights. Neighbors try to one up each other. “My kitchen was supposed to take a month and it took three!” someone will brag. Someone else will chime in… Read More
Project Profile: From Blah to Spa
The bathroom has surpassed the kitchen as the most remodeled room in homes, a trend we’re certainly seeing at Red House Remodeling. Maybe it’s because we begin and end each day in the bath, or maybe it’s the proliferation of luxurious finishes that make so many people want to go from blah to spa. The… Read More
Contractor Conversation #1 – Comprehensive Interior Design
I recently read an article from designbuildpros.com on the six things a contractor and homeowner should discuss before a remodeling project, but rarely do. The author made such excellent points that I can’t help but share them. In a series of six posts, I’ll share the things contractors and homeowners should discuss and how we… Read More
Choosing a Remodeler: A Little Diligence Goes a Long Way
So you’re not BFFs with any contractors out there and you’ve heard a lot of stories from people who reportedly had terrible remodeling experiences. You’ve googled, attended home shows, seen ads on tv, and, while feeling nostalgic, even looked in the phone book. Now you’ve got a small list of businesses that seem to do… Read More
Is An Under Cover Shower a Good Idea?
The ads are all over tv and the radio: transform your dated, ugly old shower/tub by covering it. It’s fast! It’s easy! There’s no messy demo! It’s a little cheaper! What the ads don’t tell you is that when you cover your old shower/tub, you may be also covering hidden problems. The picture above is… Read More
Project Profile: Bathroom Zen-spiration
Sure, we all want the “public” areas of our homes to look fabulous. Kitchens and family rooms, even basements, are where we spend time with guests. But don’t underestimate the joy – yes joy! – that a beautiful bathroom can bring. The bathroom is where we begin and end our days. Given the choice would… Read More
