There are endless possibilities to transform your garage or utility room. With a little creativity (and expert handyman services), you can convert your detached building or attached space into something useful for the whole family.
From smart appliances that remember your cooking preferences to digital assistants that know when to heat up your shower or order your groceries — technology is making homes more functional and efficient every day.
Neil Kelly recently completed a complex roof replacement in Portland’s Irvington neighborhood. The unusual shape of the historic home and steep pitch of the roof made expert installation an absolute necessity.
It’s not glamorous, it’s mostly unseen, but when it breaks down, most homeowners notice it immediately. Here’s how to ensure your HVAC is performing at its best and cooling off your home this summer.
There’s no time like the new year to get a jumpstart on your home storage and organization projects.
It’s true: folks aren’t daydreaming about reroofing when they start thinking about remodeling their homes. But your roof is a critical part of the environmental control system that keeps your home feeling comfortable year-round.
Have you started a list of household chores to work on in 2018? Neil Kelly’s Handyman Services pros offer 6 home maintenance tips for the new year
Evaluating your home in the fall is the perfect time to insulate yourself from bigger problems. Here are six key areas to look at when preparing your home for winter.
When it’s hot outside, your home should act as a safe haven, a cool oasis to avoid overbearing summer rays. But keeping your space cool when temperatures reach above 80 degrees isn’t easy. Here’s how you do it.
The advantages of a new porch include curb appeal, increased home value and expanded outdoor living space. If you’re ready for a new porch, there are specific things to look for to make it a successful project.
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Tub or Shower? “If it turns out the tub is only used for watering house plants, or worse, for the cat box, I say NO! I have learned over the years, there are ‘tub people’ and ‘shower people.'” — Kathleen Donohue, Bend Design Consultant
Small Kitchen Design: “It’s often beneficial to have a mobile surface like a prep table on casters or a table that folds out from the wall.” — Karen Richmond, Portland Design Consultant
Backsplash Tile: “Something about a handmade ceramic tile makes me swoon. The imperfect edges of each tile allow the grout to show off, and the subtle tone variations from tile to tile add character.” — Erika Altenhofen, Portland Design Consultant
Regional Differences: “In California, people are very interested in keeping up with the neighbors and resale value. In the Pacific Northwest, there is a greater attention to craftsmanship that I find really inspiring.” — Jamie Smugeresky, Seattle Design Consultant