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Return on Investment Remodeling Statistics in 2018
Clients who come to Dale’s Remodeling want to transform their homes for a wide variety of reasons. Maybe they need to improve a room’s functionality, add more square footage to the structure, or perhaps they just want to update the look of their home with new, innovative features, like the Lutron Automation System. Whatever the reason may be, there is one goal everyone desires—remodeling to add value to their home. In the latest 2018 Hanley Wood Cost vs. Value remodeling statistics, an industry standard, we’re able to see which...
read morePros & Cons of Open-Concept Floor Plans
Clients of Dale’s Remodeling across the Salem-Keizer area often come to us with questions about open-concept floor plans. It’s a trend that has become a standard in today’s modern family home, but is it right for your family? Dale’s has put together a list of the pros and cons of open-concept floor plans to help in your decision to live the good life in a great room. One Large Room, Many Cozy Spaces One of our clients’ biggest concerns with open-concept floor plans is whether it will feel cozy enough for their family. Pros:...
read moreThe Reality of Reality TV Shows
Every remodeling project is an adventure, filled with high drama, a little comedy, and anxiety-inducing suspense that lead the viewer to an impressive conclusion—the perfect set up for amazing storytelling! About thirty years ago, television producers realized this and got to work creating the many renovation shows that have become so popular today. But what’s real, and what’s not on these reality TV home shows? Every project begins with an idea, after that, anything goes. Let’s take a peek into the reality of reality TV to examine...
read moreAdd a Custom Wet Bar or Wine Cellar to Your Tailgate Party
Football lovers everywhere are gearing up for tailgate parties in the lead up to Super Bowl LII. Of course, that means offering the best craft beers and Willamette Valley wines at a custom wet bar or wine cellar, and Dale’s Remodeling has just the right inspiration to get the party started! Fully Outfitted Wet Bars Upgrade your entertainment room with a wet bar. Include a sink, mini-fridge and a few cabinets and you’ll have enough space for snacks and drinks whenever you invite friends over for a game of pool. Dale’s Remodeling can find...
read moreKitchen Remodeling From the Customer’s Perspective
Just like our clients, every project we take on is unique. Special consideration must be paid to the dimensions and the room’s intended use, and no project would be considered a success unless the owner’s personal style is fully represented in the finished room. That’s why Dale’s Remodeling has come up with a collaborative remodeling process called “Dale’s Seven Steps” that is specifically designed to combine the talents of Dale’s team with the vision of our clients. We recently applied this process to a kitchen remodel for...
read moreAdd Safety and Style to Your Home with Exterior Lighting
Winterizing your home typically implies making sure it is well sealed and all the rooftop gutters are clear. These are important tasks, to be sure, but have you considered taking a second look at your home’s exterior lighting? Dale’s Remodeling’s design team suggests providing ample lighting along pathways, inside porches, and over driveways and decks. There is a large selection of beautiful exterior lighting products available today that will increase your home’s safety level, while also enhancing its curb appeal. Photo by Tim...
read moreTop 5 Kitchen Updates on Homeowners’ Holiday “Wish Lists”
Making memories over family dinners is one of the best holiday traditions, but if your kitchen isn’t ready to handle the extra workload you may find yourself wishing for a remodeler to come down your chimney, instead of Santa. Whether you are planning a formal affair or a casual buffet-style meal, it’s never too early for a kitchen update to get your home ready for entertaining. If you are ready for an update for the holiday season, Dale’s Remodeling suggests these five kitchen updates to add to your remodeling wish list. 1....
read moreThis or That? Comparing Bathroom Countertop Surfaces
There are many things to consider when planning a bathroom remodel and few features are as important as your countertop surface. But with so many beautiful styles to choose from and so many prices levels available, today’s homeowners can find themselves overwhelmed in the planning stage. If this is the situation you find yourself in it may be time to call in a professional, like Dale’s Remodeling’s award-winning designer Becky Olsen. We’ve asked her to break down the most common bathroom countertops surfaces in a “this v....
read moreFrom Kayla’s Desk: A Custom-built Catio for National Cat Day
Calling all cat lovers! Sunday is National Cat Day (October 29th), making it the perfect time to congratulate the winner of a custom-built catio from Dale’s Remodeling at the annual Willamette Humane Society’s (WHS) Bowser’s Boo Bash! Catio: Combining the words “Cat” and “Patio” which is an enclosed outdoor screened-in porch for cats. At last fall’s Boo Bash, following an entertaining bidding war the catio went to the top bidder for over $2,000 in a live auction held during the charitable...
read moreKeep Your Dog-Friendly Home Clean and Tidy
Photo by COOK ARCHITECTURAL Design Studio – Look for kitchen design inspiration When a homeowner welcomes a dog into their lives they bring with them endless amounts of love and adoration, along with a few special needs that make them unique family members. Dealing with pet hair and muddy paws may come with the territory when you own a dog, but don’t let mess deter you from adding mankind’s best friend to your family. Check out these dog-friendly features Dale’s Remodeling design team has found that will give you a leg up...
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