Upgrade Your Master Bath to Add Value To Your Home

master bath remodel

The master bathroom is a major selling point for any home. When renovating, incorporate sleek surfaces for a sparkling space that makes cleaning a cinch.

The master bath should be as large and bright as possible. A separate water closet and a spacious shower with multiple showerheads are a big selling point. There is also the trend of a separate sink and water closet for each person and only sharing the shower, which we see in the most distinctive homes.

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Tips And Suggestions To Keep In Mind When Working With A General Contractor…

Establish Good Communication With Your Contractor

Ask the contractor how he prefers to communicate with you. Good options include:

  • Being onsite and talking with your contractor every morning before work begins.
  • Having your contractor’s cell phone number and the OK to call or text anytime.
  • Talking with the job foreman every day at a pre-determined time.

Try to meet with the project leader at least once a day. This is an opportunity for you to hear progress reports and find out what work is scheduled over the coming days — and to ask your questions and voice any concerns you have.

Great Tips And Ideas To Keep In Mind When Working With A Contractor

Keep a Project Journal

Your project journal is your friend and ally. Use it to:

  • Record progress.
  • Note things you want to ask your contractor.
  • Jot down ideas.
  • Record product order numbers.
  • Note upcoming delivery dates.

Be a Good Customer

One of the best ways to get quality work out of a contractor and construction crew is to make them enjoy working for you. That means being decisive with the contractor — and giving him a check promptly at the agreed-to points in the project.

Being friendly and accommodating of the workers is a great way to motivate them to do their best for you. Try:

  • Designating a bathroom that they can use.
  • Greeting them by name each morning.
  • Serving them cold lemonade on a hot day.
  • Complimenting their work (as long as you feel it’s worthy of praise).

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The Importance of an In-Law Suite…

Is your current home in need of a little extra space for the in-laws?

One popular custom home upgrade these days is the in-law suite.

Families are increasingly combining multiple generations under one roof, and one solution to this is to add a private in-law suite with separate entrances and bathrooms for privacy considerations.

Approximately 20% of the U.S. population lives in a multi-generational home, meaning three or more generations share the same household. As assisted living costs continue to rise, older Americans are choosing to move in with their children and grandkids. But instead of taking the spare bedroom upstairs, they’re moving into their own private in-law suite.

How Much Does It Cost to Build an In-Law Suite?

The cost to build an in-law suite varies by the type of space and how much work is needed to make that space livable. Ideally, your in-law suite should include everything needed for independent living, such as a separate bedroom, living area, bathroom and kitchen. Of course, adding all of these elements is expensive, with one financial expert putting the cost of installation somewhere between $40,000 and $125,000.

As steep as that may seem, the one-time cost to build an in-law suite pales in comparison to the annual cost of assisted living communities. A Cost of Care Survey recently reveals that in the United States, the average cost of a private room in a nursing home is around $105,000 annually. Semi-private rooms weren’t much cheaper, averaging out to $93,000 per year. In the long-run, the cost of an in-law suite addition is almost always less than the alternative. And money aside, being surrounded by family is better for your parent’s well-being too.

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Relaxation…

Increasingly, custom home builders are adding lounging areas to the overall floor plan. This can be anything from a sun room or screen-in porch enabling residents to enjoy the beauty of nature in comfort to a cozy hearth room or alcove for a fireplace.