Monday, April 28, 2014

Three Day Budget Kitchen Facelift


Three Day Budget Kitchen Facelift

Remodeled kitchen after three day facelift.
We’re counting down the days it takes to complete our budget kitchen facelift. Projects include dressing up and painting the cabinets, installing a new countertop, and replacing the sink, faucet, and range hood. Read on to find out more.






Monday, April 21, 2014

How to Insulate HVAC Heating and Cooling Ductwork


How to Insulate HVAC Heating and Cooling Ductwork

HVAC ductwork with new foil faced insulation installed.
If the insulation on the ductwork in your home has seen better days, consider replacing or upgrading it to improve energy efficiency and reduce your utility bills. Read on to find out how.






Sunday, April 20, 2014

How to Prepare for Seattle Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Services

When you are doing home remodeling, you can be assured that the procedures are done well. Especially if the contractor who works for your project is very credible and has done so many quality projects, you will not have a lot of problems during the project proper. Although you can entrust the entire to your contractor, you still have things to prepare for before the project starts. Read through the article to know more about the things you need to prepare for before finally doing your Seattle kitchen and bath remodeling services.

The best thing you can do to prepare for the remodeling job for your kitchen and bath is to plan them properly. You have to decide what tasks you need to have done in your house. Talk to the family and see if everybody agrees with the plan. Include your children in the plan as well. Make sure that they know there is going to be remodeling project going on. They should know about the project so they will not go near the work area. This could help them avoid getting into the workstation and mess with the construction tools and other materials.

Of course, your contractor will help you prepare for the work area. However, you should look after your personal belongings as well. You know your house better than anybody else does. So, you can keep personal things to their proper places and to where you would want to put them in. Be sure that it would be easy for you to retrieve the items if ever you need them. Store away items in boxes with labels. Or, place them in a location and pile them neatly so it would be easy to find them.

It could be really dusty during the process. Be sure to secure your home items in a safe area. Move your jars, tables, chairs and other things are taken away from the remodeled area. If you don’t have to move items away, just be sure that you cover them with cloth so the dust won’t stick onto your things. Also, be sure to replace your home furnace filter. You can remove the old filter and replace a new during the construction or after everything is done.

Also make sure that there are no pictures, decorations and other items hanging on the wall. If the remodeling project involves wall construction, it could cause vibrations and let the items fall. To avoid anything from falling. Make sure you remove them before the remodeling service is started. Consider looking at your plumbing and electrical connections as well. Be sure that you show your contractors the pipelines and electrical lines for caution.


Finally, be sure that you secure permits if there is a need to. Also inform your home insurance provider about your plan to remodel a part of your home, especially the bath and the kitchen areas. Seattle kitchen and bath remodeling services could be really tricky at times, depending on the type of job you want to be done. Always make sure that the work space and the entire home as a whole is safe while remodeling tasks are on going.

Monday, April 14, 2014

Garage Organization Makeover


Garage Organization Makeover

Garage after cleaning and organizing.
Watch as we help clean out and organize a cluttered garage, including building a rack for storage containers and installing a new garage floor.






Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Services Offered by Phillips General Contracting Company in Seattle

You can find so many contracting companies all around the Seattle area, but what makes Phillips general contracting company in Seattle one of the best? First of all, the company is based in the local regions of Seattle. They are highly knowledgeable of the policies that are related to construction in Seattle. They are also licensed to operate in the area so you are assured that their services come with quality. So, what does the company do? What types of services do they offer?

1. Bathroom Remodeling/Renovation – if your bathroom feels too small or too bare for the family to use, the company can renovate or remodel it for you. Phillips General Contractors can even help you with your bathroom repairs. The company can manage Tub and Shower glass installation and Shower repair. Any other bathroom services that you need done can be taken care of by the company.

2. Kitchen Remodeling/Renovation – the company offers services for granite and quartz countertop installation. If you need service for kitchen cabinet installation, that can be handled by the company’s professionals. Other services offered by the company for kitchen renovation and remodeling includes kitchen isle installation and remodeling and many others.  

3. Tile Services – no matter what location in your house needs tile services, the company can handle the project. Tile services that the company can handle could be for your floors, walls, even kitchen countertops.  The contracting company can also install outdoor tiles and other tile projects for your home.

4. Plumbing Services – you would not have any problem with your water pipes because the company can do it for you. Whether you need to repair water pipes from the kitchen or the bath, just let Phillips General Contracting about your needs and they will find ways to handle the situation.

5. Flooring and roofing services – flooring services include installation of tiles, Marmoleum, laminate floors, wood floors, cork floors and many others. The company can also handle residential roofing projects.

6. Electrical Services – whatever type of electrical service you need the company to take care of, they can definitely find the best ways to manage it. They can handle the simplest to the most complex electrical situations. If you have problems with your electrical installation, just contact the contracting company and they will do the job for you.

7. Fencing Services – there is no need for you to do the fencing job on your own. The company can help you install your fences with no hassle. Whether it is a wooden, concrete or metal fence, let the Phillips General Contracting Company do it for you.

8. Condominium Services – aside from renovating, remodeling, installing, and upgrading areas in single, detached residences,  the company can also provide contracting services for condominiums.

There is so much more that the Phillips general contracting company in Seattle can do for your home. If ever you need services for any of your home improvement needs, you can contact the company. They serve the areas of Seattle and other Eastside locations. You can be assured of quality services for a very good price.

Monday, April 7, 2014

Outdoor Home Maintenance and Repair Projects


Outdoor Home Maintenance and Repair Projects

Danny Lipford preparing to power wash house.
Cleaning and maintaining the exterior of your house is an important part of home ownership. Watch this video for tips on power washing, replacing a rotten door sill, fixing a sagging fence gate, and more.