Photo courtesy of McDonald Remodeling. When Ben Ransom and his family moved into their 1890 Victorian in Summit Hill eight years ago, he knew the home would need extensive remodeling and repair. Though having previously remodeled the bathroom, and replaced windows and exterior siding, the kitchen remained untouched and unloved, ready for a transformation. “The kitchen was always one element needing focus,” Ransom said. “We had some cabinets that were falling apart. It looked like it had been updated maybe in the ’80s, and then someone just put a new…
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Building Materials Prices Update With Latest Release by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
According to the most recent Producer Price Index (PPI) report published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, prices for inputs to new residential construction—excluding capital investment, labor, and imports—were up 0.5% in February. This was while the increase in January was revised downward to 1.1%. The Producer Price Index measures prices that domestic producers receive for their goods and services, differing from the Consumer Price Index, which measures what consumers pay and includes both domestic products as well as imports. According to Eye On Housing, The inputs to the…
Read MoreHomeowners Seek Spa-Like Features and Modern Convenience as Bathroom Remodeling Trends in 2025
Homeowners are starting to put a lot more care and attention into their bathrooms, seeking spaces that offer functionality but also style and comfort with engaging aesthetics. Continuous and emerging bathroom remodel trends include spa-like sanctuaries, bold designs and smart features. According to Mesquite Local News, A popular trend right now to revolutionize bathroom space is to install fixtures to make your bathroom more like a classic spa. You can install features like freestanding soaking tubs or rainfall showers with customizable water settings. Many spas feature calming, neutral color palettes like…
Read MoreRenovations Trend on Billionaire’s Row in San Francisco
Billionaire’s Row is known as the three blocks of Broadway between Lyon and Divisadero streets in San Francisco, California, and right now it might be the world’s most elegant construction site. Owned by the city’s elite, the strip of mansions has been undergoing quite the remodel as the high-profile owners show no sign of slowing down. The question lies in what specifically these rich owners are reconstructing in their already glamorous homes, which could be a greater tell into how the rest of the nation’s remodeling market might soon be…
Read MoreRemodeling Firm Looks to Expand Client Scope With Offering Elevated Bathroom Redesign Services
After noticing a rise in remodeling clients seeking tailored spaces, remodeling firm Primework Construction announced its latest project to increase offerings in bathroom renovation. Primework is aiming to create elevated bathroom spaces that fit modern styles and personal needs of today’s homeowners. The firm is hoping to reach more clients by providing sustainable and efficient bathroom renovation options matching current industry trends. Specifically, the firm noticed customers looking for bathroom remodeling services that would not only make their homes more attractive, but also boost property value with modern features and…
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