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

When most people are designing a new home or addition they focus on the wish-list things that you always dreamt of having for a long time.   Custom cabinetry, Granite counter tops, Shower with several heads/jets, etc.  But the most important thing your home should have is comfort.  Especially during the extreme seasons of winter and … Read more

Once a thing only dreamt about in the movies Smart Homes are becoming more of a reality. From automated lights to refrigerators that you can see into from your smartphone while at the grocery store, technology companies are making everyday tasks easier and giving us the future that all those movies promised. You can control … Read more

Navigating through the construction permit process can be a very daunting task. Chap Construction is fortunate to have a former retired government employee with over 30 years experience in the construction permit department on staff to navigate that process for you. The permit process, depending on the construction type has many different facets. Zoning requirements … Read more