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What Are the Best Paint Colors for My San Diego Home Office?

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With more people working from home—some of them permanently now—many are converting spaces in their homes into offices. Whether it’s a spare bedroom, a little-used dining room, a formal living room, or a loft area, you want to make the space conducive to productive work. When you think about creating a great working environment, you probably think about things like minimizing distractions and getting the proper equipment and office furniture setup, but what about paint? Did you know that … [Read more...]

San Diego Patio Makeover: Create Your Own Dreamy Oasis

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Were you planning your next escape but the pandemic put a stop to all your dreams? Well, you can still have a gorgeous staycation, especially once you design a dreamy oasis right in your backyard. A project like that will provide you with space for sipping cocktails, reading in peace or hanging out with friends while connecting with nature. No matter if you have a huge backyard or just a tiny deck, here’s how you can turn it into your private piece of paradise. Start with privacy Every … [Read more...]

Creating Family Oasis: Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space

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We’re slowly approaching the end of summer, but we still have a couple of weeks left until the leaves start to turn brown and crispy and the temperatures go down. This means we still have the time to enjoy the autumn Sun’s rays for a little while, so it’s best to start beautifying your backyard right away. For many homeowners in San Diego, sprucing up their outdoor space is an ideal way to showcase their creativity while at the same time creating a welcoming environment where they can spend … [Read more...]

7 Stylish AND Sustainable Design Ideas for Your San Diego Home

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Not only will a sustainable design help you decrease your home’s ecological footprint, but it will also create a stylish ambiance that radiates with natural energy. You might not even be aware of all the hidden toxins in your home endangering your health. By introducing an eco-friendly design into your home, you’ll create a healthy environment with a unique natural charm. Go with Sustainable Flooring Materials Despite not being the most conspicuous detail in home décor, stylish floors are … [Read more...]

Home Improvement Musts before Listing Your Home

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Whether you've lived in your home for 5 years or 30, getting it ready to be listed for sale is a big deal. Over the years, you've grown attached to your home, and it's never easy to part with something that holds so many memories, but if you're thinking about moving onto bigger and better things, you'll have to spend some time making your home appealing to potential buyers. You have to put yourself in the shoes of individuals who are house-hunting, so you can transform your home into something … [Read more...]

Ways to Protect Your Investment: Your Home

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You own a beautiful home in San Diego that you treasure. Home ownership is something that most Americans seek, however, unless you're willing to maintain it, you could be losing out on a quick sale or a large return on your investment when it's time to sell.  The good news is that it's never too late to restore your home to its original beauty and improve your level of comfort while living there. Clearing Away Debris San Diego is famously known for its surf and sun, and as such attracts many … [Read more...]

What Should I Know Before I Get the Exterior of My San Diego House Painted?

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When many people think about painting the exterior of their San Diego home, they think primarily about the process of paint application. They picture a group of San Diego painting contractors working diligently around the outside of the residence, professionally updating its exterior. However, that is just a portion of the process. If you really want to ensure that you’re happy with the results of your professional painting job, there are certain steps that should be taken before a paint … [Read more...]

Decoding Replacement Window Language: High-Pressure Sales Jargon

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This article is the eighth in a series of 15 articles where we “decode” some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. This post will focus on the high-pressure sales tactics that some San Diego replacement window companies use to try to lock customers into a contract before they’re really ready to make a decision. These tactics are not only used by … [Read more...]

What Are Some of the Latest House Painting Trends in San Diego?

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Just as fashion and food trends seem to change every year—sometimes every month or season—so too do trends in interior and exterior design. For instance, in 2020 and 2021, homeowners are expected to decorate using more green, sustainable methods. This will enable them to create living spaces that are beautiful, yet better for the environment. But if you’re wondering about paint trends specifically, as house painters and painting contractors who work in the San Diego area, we’ve noticed a … [Read more...]

Decoding Replacement Window Language: Egress Windows

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This article is the seventh in a series of 15 articles where we "decode" some of the industry terms surrounding replacement windows. Stay tuned for upcoming posts that we hope will help educate San Diego homeowners and allow them to make more informed decisions. An egress window is one of those things that most San Diego homeowners have probably heard of, but maybe aren’t quite sure what exactly they are. Unless you’re in the construction industry, there’s no need to understand the … [Read more...]