Work without a permit is one of those problems most homeowners do not think about until the project is already moving. In Austin, the City lists work without a permit as one of the common code violations on residential properties, and remodels can cross that line faster than people expect….
Building a 2nd Story Over a Garage: Austin & Houston Guide
Building a second story over a garage can turn underused space into a guest suite, home office, studio, garage apartment, or flexible family space. It can also become one of the more complicated additions on a home because the project sits at the intersection of structure, site constraints, access, fire…
Questions to Ask a General Contractor Before a Remodel or Custom Home
Hiring a general contractor or builder is one of the biggest decisions in a remodel, addition, or custom-home project. The right questions help you understand whether the contractor is a good fit for the size of your project, how they price work, who will be on site, what is included…
How to Find and Compare Residential Contractors
What do I need to know about contractors? Building and remodeling are an expense that very few people in the world outside of the industry have the luxury to experience on multiple occasions. Without any experience, it is nearly impossible to know how to navigate the process without conflict and…