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Moving Among some of the most stressful times of our lives, moving ranks near the top. There are so many reasons we move – upgrade our living situation, a new job, traumatic event – whatever the reason, even if it’s a happy one, moving is an arduous process that cannot be taken lightly. So, why … Read more

Thankful everyday when I wake up and have a job to go to. Thankful for all of Chap’s  customers that trust us in their homes and call us back again for future jobs. Thankful for a boss that I don’t dread having to deal with every day. Thankful for a great group of guys I … Read more

Why do I need a survey? When purchasing a home people sometimes make the decision not to get a survey because of the added expense.  Big mistake.  You are not only buying a house, you are buying the land it sits on as well.  There could be easements, encroachments that you may not notice, the … Read more

When investing in remodeling your vacation home, a client should consider modern technology as one of the most important components to protect your home during the unoccupied seasons.   With a WI-FI thermostat, you can monitor the heating system remotely from your cell phone or laptop.  This feature will inform you if your heating system has somehow failed, you … Read more

Sometimes a simple thing like new decks and railings can make a world of difference. Take a look at the before and after of this beachfront home and the transformation.

Due to the current pandemic affecting many of us, the category of essential has been the center of a lot of debate. Obviously, medical professionals and grocery stores are at the top of the list as far as essential goes, but many people question why construction has been deemed essential. You don’t always think about … Read more

Five Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes Exhaust Fans A lot of people overlook this feature. Exhaust fans are important in making sure the bathroom is properly ventilated. Without that, humidity gets trapped in the enclosed space. Over time this causes mold and mildew to grow and paint, grout, and metal to deteriorate. No plan Before you rip … Read more

We are hopeful that the governor will be allowing non essential and new construction projects very soon. We are excited to get back to a little bit of normalcy. While we hope the townships will lighten their restrictions on applying, paying for and obtaining a permit , we understand the need to maintain practices that … Read more

Big Box vs. Boutiques for Home Renovations There are many of us who love to support small and local businesses whenever we can, but sometimes it’s not the easiest option. When renovating our homes, deciding where to get our supplies from is a big decision. While the big box stores, Home Depot, Lowes, etc., are … Read more