Sweater weather is coming! And that means it’s time for your home’s seasonal maintenance. Taking steps now is key to keeping your home looking and functioning great as you transition into winter months.
We wish all we needed to do to prepare for fall was to break out the throw blankets and candles, and buy a decorative gourd or two. But unfortunately, being a homeowner comes with responsibilities. While everything may seem tip-top now, winter storms can bring cold temperatures, power failures, etc., and a little maintenance now will make your life easier later.
Double Duty: Setting Up Multifunctional Rooms
With kiddos going back to school and parents still working remotely, there’s no better time to consider maximizing your home’s space. In the wake of COVID, a versatile interior is essential. For those not living in sprawling estates, multipurpose rooms are a great solution for homeowners looking to use their space effectively and efficiently. Think: kitchens are used for dining and homework stations; home offices double as guest bedrooms.
Of course, every room serves its own function. Your first step is determining the kind of space you need. Will you use it for dining, working, socializing, relaxing? What about working and dining? Socializing and relaxing? There are many areas with crossover uses, and that’s precisely where multifunctional rooms come in! Take a look at our list of room combination ideas to help you live large, no matter your home’s square footage.
7 Home Remodeling Projects That Add the Most Value
Even if you plan on staying in your home for years, it’s always a good idea to take on remodeling projects that will increase its value and be worth the cost of your investment. But if you do plan to sell your home in the near future, considering the cost versus value in your remodeling choices is essential.
So which home remodeling projects actually pay off?
Putting together our years of expertise along with Remodeling’s Mountain Region’s 2022 National Average data, we’ve compiled a list of the six remodeling projects with the best return and highest resale value.
10 Ways to Reduce Cooling Costs This Summer
Can’t stand the heat? You don’t have to get out of the kitchen! We’ve got better, more energy-efficient ways to help you stay cool this summer and hopefully save you money.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the best indoor temperature for your home during summer is 78 degrees. If you’re like us, though, that sounds too dang high! Luckily, we know plenty of renovation remedies to increase home efficiency while curbing temperatures and energy bills.
What Lurks Behind The Wall?
Every building has a history within its walls. And sometimes, working on your home can lead to surprising discoveries... good and bad! Identifying problems quickly is the key to preventing extensive damage in the future, and a remodel is the perfect time for making repairs. While you are focused on finding that ideal kitchen cabinet or granite countertop, let the professionals deal with what might be under those cabinets and inside the walls!
Whether you’re revamping elements or gutting an entire room, here’s a checklist of things to look for during your next remodel.
Getting Creative With Kaye Puckett
July 4th Maverick Essentials
It’s time to CELEBRATE Independence Day! And after a year of almost no celebrations, the time has come to light up the grill, crack open a beer, watch fireworks, blast Martina McBride’s “Independence Day” and relax!
The Fourth of July is a national holiday we recognize each year to mark America’s Independence Day. It’s the time of year that family and friends come together to share and appreciate the freedoms we have today while also celebrating the love we all share for our country.
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Celebrate National Home Improvement Month with Maverick!
Recognizing Home Improvement since 2002
Every year since 2002, our industry has celebrated National Home Improvement Month throughout the month of May. The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), has led this initiative to celebrate the home remodeling industry while creating an environment to help homeowners find experts to assist them in their very own remodeling journey.
Maverick Behind The Scenes
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a home remodel? Us too!
Just kidding! We know a thing or two about home remodeling. And when you think that BTS is a film-only thing, think again! A lot goes on behind the scenes of a home remodel and you’d be surprised at how organization, communication and dedication play an incredible role in the success of a home remodeling project. It’s kind of like a movie score.
Featured Remodel #2013 by Project Manager, Paul Moore
Realistic Construction Timelines | 2021 Edition
It goes without saying, people were VERY ready to kick off 2021! The feeling of a New Year brings about many new opportunities including a reset on the previous year. The ability to make New Year’s Resolutions, or what we like to call, New Year’s Commitments is refreshing. But as we entered 2021, we started feeling the impact of the previous year’s experiences.
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H2-OHH YEAH
March 22nd, 2021 officially marks the United Nations World Water Day. This year the focus is on the value of water, specifically what water means to each of us as humans that inhabit this beautiful planet of ours. So what a better way to not only talk about how important water is in the home, but how incredibly fortunate we are to live in this beautiful state. Colorado happens to be a headwater state and the origin of four major river basins, which supply water to seventeen downstream states and two countries. Now that’s worth recognizing!
February... A Month of Libations!
Renew The Home, Love The Home
February is known as the month of LOVE, which means we celebrate the rooms people tend to love the most throughout their home. When you think of what people love, you probably think of rooms like the living room or the master bathroom. But sometimes what people love most are the areas of their home that provide the best function. Areas like a laundry room, a mud room, a basement or even a closet. That’s right, people really love a closet! Well, a good closet.
Kitchens. Cabinets. Appliances. OH MY!
There is a reason for our ‘Wizard of Oz’ reference - designing your kitchen can either be a real ride through a tornado or a smooth ride through the clouds on a hot air balloon. Much like Dorothy experienced, following the yellow brick road through your kitchen design really does lead to the Emerald City!
So let’s follow the yellow brick road together!
New Years Resolution vs. Commitment
Most people look at the New Year as a time to reset and restart. For most, it’s a time to change their life for the better. Resolutions often include a new diet to lose weight, purchasing a gym membership also to lose weight, spending less time on social media, traveling and much more. While these are amazing resolutions, many people tend to drop their resolution within the first two months of the new year. Many failed resolutions are due to the fact that most people focus on the end goal instead of the journey. When the end goal isn’t met quickly, a person’s desire to continue dwindles. So, the question must be asked, is it better to make a New Years Resolution, or is it best to make a New Years Commitment where the journey is the focus?
Your Storage Solution
In anticipation of all the great gifts you’ll receive this holiday season, where exactly you’ll be storing all your new (and old) stuff?
Storage inside your home is essential. Pantries, bedroom closets, linen closets, built-ins and cabinets all provide great opportunities for storage within your home. But what if you need more space? Perhaps there is an under-utilized bedroom in the house that can be converted into a large closet. Or a wall that is ideal for ceiling-to-floor bookshelves. Or an unfinished basement that can be turned into additional living space. We’re just scratching the surface on your home’s potential. But, all it takes is a little bit of creativity and a plan. And, that’s how we can help you make more space and storage for your stuff!
