It is now easier than ever to have a new bathtub installed in your home.
With these new inserts, you can have a brand new bathtub installed in about a day and a half! They are quick and easy, and most of all, look amazing.
Don’t go days without a bathtub while you are waiting to have a new one installed. These inserts are all in one piece to get you in your new bathtub sooner!
Who doesn’t want to save money these days? Read these quick and easy steps to keeping your costs down and your family healthy!
Stay tuned for more tips on how to keep your family and your home happy and healthy!
Prepare for spring and summer and get a jump start on your new outdoor enertaining area…your deck. Not only will a deck provide you and your family an new area of your home to enjoy and spend time together; but it will increase your homes value as well.
HGTV claims that an average homeowner will recoup 65-90% of their investment by adding a deck. Not only that, but if you are planning on selling your home in the next 5 years, adding a deck will make your backyard more appealing to prospective buyers…especially to those who don’t want to have to move into a home that they will have to put a lot of work into.
The cost of you deck can vary widely…this will all depend on: the type of materials used, the size, and any extra touches you may want to add. As most people know, doing the work yourself will save you a huge chunk of money…however, we want you to be aware that deck construction isn’t easy.
At Advanced Home Improvements, our deck installers are trained by the manufacturers to ensure you the fullest warranty possible.
Contact us for more information on how to make YOUR dream deck a reality!
“A deck is described as a platform structure with no roof over it. I prefer to describe a deck as an outdoor entertaining area; bringing friends and family together to a place where memories will surely be made.”
-Jeff Tatur
According to Remodeling Magazine, a deck can give you the highest return on investment of any home remodeling project. For example; a Cedar deck measuring 16ft x 20ft can cost an average of $12,100. The resale price for that same deck is an average of $8,800. This means the percentage of your return investment is well over 50%!
While adding a deck to your home is a wonderful investment; there are many other benefits that come along as well. A deck adds character and a certain sparkle to what can sometimes be an dull and dreary backyard.
Imagine your future deck…a place to hold birthday parties…a quiet escape from your busy household…a view of the sunset on a warm summer night; the memories are endless.
While a deck can bring a lot of pleasure and vivaciousness to your home, as a contractor being in business for almost 20 years, we feel it is our duty and responsibility to educate homeowners on the potential dangers that come with having a deck.
Did you know that in the past 5 years, 17 deaths and 350 injuries were reported in connection to decks failing? These decks fail because of improper construction and contractors who neglect the small details that can often be the most important. For example; if you use galvanized hanger nails instead of triple coated zinc nails, the nails will literally rot in the joist causing the joist to let go within a few years. That is a scary fact and a small detail that cannot go unnoticed.
Installing quality decks and understanding how the manufacturer specifies them to be built is something we pride ourselves in knowing; and also provides you with peace of mind knowing that your deck will be built to its fullest warranty and value with unsurpassed quality and satisfaction.
At Advanced Home Improvements, we can assure you will be enjoying your deck for many, many years to come; creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Contact us for more information!
As with most homeowners, you probably have a mile-long list of improvements you want to make on your home now and in the future, but how do you prepare for it?
Deciding what areas of your home are in need of improvement is a good place to start. Take into consideration the age of your home; it may be time for your roof or siding to be replaced.
A roof typically needs to be replaced every 10 years; however, if there has been any storms in your area recently, it may need to be replaced sooner. Same thing with your siding.
Many different weather conditions can negatively affect your roof and siding on your home; wind, hail, ice, etc.
If you suspect that your roof or siding needs to be replaced; get an estimate from a reputable contractor. Advanced Home Improvements will come out to your home, inspect your roof and/ or siding for damage, and can also handle the insurance claim for you if, in fact, you have storm damage.
Call Advanced Home Improvements for more information and a FREE estimate!!
763-424-2979
When considering the differences between a 3 season porch and a 4 season porch and deciding which type of addition you want for your home, you first need to decide what is your main objective; is resale a reason, how much will it be used, do you plan on eating dinner in there or is it where your entertainment center will be placed, or will this be a room where you want to feel a breeze and look out at your yard? All these things need to be taken into consideration when choosing between a 3 season and 4 season porch.
A 3 season porch is often just a 1 season porch in Minnesota! These porches are built to enjoy when the temperature is nice. 3 season porches are built with storm windows or 1 pane sashes. Insulation is rarely used and the floor can be decking material or outdoor carpet.
3 season porches can be planned out very well so that when finished, they can be easily converted to a 4 season porch in the future. The conversion is inexpensive AND less work. What you can do to make the conversion easier is, insulate the ceilings, floors, and half walls; as well as installing proper footings (these will be inspected by the city to ensure correct installation). A 3 season porch can be a great investment.
A 4 season porch can be a great addition to your home. This room, when completed, is used more than any other type of addition; and, with good design, will give you 85% return on your investment. Designing this type of room with tongue and groove, faux paint, wood, or stone can bring your addition to life.
4 season porches are fully insulated with R-19 walls, R-38 ceilings, and R-30 Floors. Most of the time they are built on 6×6 post with footings, however, a foundation with a slab is also an option but may be more expensive because anytime you attach anything to a structure (your home) you need footings, so a concrete slab requires a full foundation.
Check out this before and after!
Give Advanced Home Improvements a call for a FREE estimate on your porch, or any upcoming projects you may have!!
As the chill of winter has arrived; we spend more time in the warm comfort of our home…so why not make your home even more comfortable with a remodel!
It may be a running joke that there are two seasons in Minnesota, construction and winter; but construction is not just for the warmer seasons. Winter is the prime time for Advanced Home Improvements to give your home a little spruce. So what does this mean for you? A quicker start date for your project, as well as a faster completion time!
A small remodel of your bathroom can make your home even more aesthetically pleasing to you and the loved ones you invite over for a visit.
Often times we disregard the decor of our bathroom; they tend to be the smallest room in our homes, as well as the room that we spend the least amount of time in. However, your bathroom can become the room you go to when you need to relax. A long luxurious soak in a bath tub can be just the fix you need after a long day at the office. But your bathtub might be small and outdated, and not pleasing to soak in at all! Homeowners are now updated their bathrooms with ammenities such as soaking tubs, privatized toilets and heated floors. 
These few improvements can not only turn your bathroom into your relaxation room, but add value to your home and even help it sell!
Here in Minnesota we see a lot of rain, wind and hail. Be sure to keep an eye out for damage to your home that these types of storms can cause.
If gone untreated, damage to the exterior of your home can cause a lot of problems for the interior of your home as well.
Contact Advanced Home Improvements to find out how we can assist you if your home has suffered storm damage!
Dealing with your insurance company? We can help take that stress off your shoulders!
Let us give you peace of mind a receive a courtesy inspection from Advanced Home Improvements TODAY!!!
Whether you’re selling your home or just want a spruce to add curb appeal; now is the best time to reside your home!
Check out this home that we resided in St. Louis Park, MN.
Here are the before pictures:
As you can see, this home needed a little spruce and update!
Here are the after pictures:
With the use of modern colors, and the addition of the stone, we have greatly enhanced the curb appeal of this home!
Let your current home become the home of your dreams! Call us for a free estimate to see how we can help you enhance the look of your home!
Temperatures are dropping in the State of Minnesota…but fear not homeowners!!! There is still time to ensure your roof is protected when winter hits!
Many residents of of Minnesota have already contacted Advanced Home Improvements to come out to inspect their roof or siding for damage from the storms this year We have helped them with their insurance claims, and repaired or re-roofed their home in preparation for the cold weather that will soon be upon us.
There is still time to have us out to inspect your home and ensure that your roof will do it’s job…protect your family and your assets from the elements.
Give us a call to have us out for a FREE consultation, and give yourself peace of mind, that you are prepared for winter.
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