We live in an economic environment where we don't know what the next day will bring... high energy cost and crazy inflation. As we are all aware, this started partly due to the 2020 pandemic. Everyone started working from home and realized that they needed a basement finished or an office built out. Or even just wanted to get their whole house remodel knowing they would be in the house for the long term.
Know Your Limits: DIY vs Contractor
Hey, DIYers! We know you're excited to take on that home remodel project yourself. But before you grab your toolbelt, it's important to understand when it's safe to DIY (do it yourself) and when it pays off to work with an experienced contractor. Let us walk you through some popular remodels and explain when - and why - choosing a professional contractor is the way to go!
Featured In-Progress Remodel #2130 by Project Manager, Paul Moore
If you follow Maverick, you know we love to share our amazing home remodels to help you feel inspired for your very own home remodeling projects. Well, we’re back with a current home remodeling project in progress that you will love!
This home remodeling project in Littleton, Colorado, consists of a full kitchen remodel, a family room remodel, a brand new powder room, a new large pantry, and a dream mudroom with two entrances, one from the garage and the other from the front door.
The original architectural design of the house is unique, to say the least. Not only are there octagon-shaped rooms in the kitchen and family room, but there are also angles in the walls that connect to the ceiling, which drastically shortened the height of the room. Our original plan was to open up the kitchen area as much as possible by removing a wall and allowing for 10-foot high ceilings creating a clear view of the family room.
With an established goal of raising the kitchen ceilings, the demo quickly began. Well, you can imagine our surprise when we discovered a scissor truss ceiling above the kitchen!
Remodeling Advice from a Project Manager
The Beginners Guide to Flooring
Are your floors starting to look a little rundown after all of these years? Is it finally time to install a fresh new look? Don’t tiptoe around the issue! Floor installation is a wonderful way to renew your living space, but it’s also a big project that requires careful planning and execution. We’ve compiled the basics so you can get in on the ground floor now and make an informed decision when the time comes.
How To Prepare Your Home For Your Vacation
With spring break and summer vacations approaching, there’s no time like the present to start planning your family getaway! If you’re fortunate enough to be able to travel, planning ahead has tremendous benefits, from saving you money to giving you more options to limiting the stress of the last-minute scramble. We’re here to remind you that no matter the length of your travels, it’s vital to always prepare your home for an extended leave.
In the midst of frantically packing, it's easy to forget obvious things. Take time now to safeguard your house, your pets, plants, and your belongings while you’re off jet-setting.
Spring Into Action: Your Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring is around the corner. Nature’s reminder to renew and rejuvenate after winter. Around this time, we like to check in with ourselves since the new year. How are those resolutions… er, commitments coming along? Are we happy with the year’s progress so far?
By February/March, many people are still committing to their gym membership or new diet plans – but what about our home maintenance goals?
This is your reminder to give your home some TLC as spring unfolds. Not only will your house look better with a big spring clean, but it will boost creativity and motivation.
National Banana Bread Day & Upgrades for the Baker’s Kitchen
February 23 is National Banana Bread Day! You know the saying, a banana a day keeps the doctor at bay? And, as good neighbors who care about the community’s health, we feel a need to spread the word. To celebrate, we’re cooking up ideas for the ultimate baker’s kitchen and sharing our favorite banana bread recipes!
(Fair warning to anyone who doesn’t find food-based puns ap-peeling: Split now. There will be bunches.)
Love to bake? The best dishes start with the right cooking space. If you want to enhance your quality of life and the value of your home, here are some remodeling design ideas for The Ultimate Baker’s Kitchen.
Bring The Outdoors Inside
Ask anyone in Colorado why they love living here, and we guarantee “the great outdoors” will be one of their top replies. And we couldn’t agree more!
That’s why we don’t let our love for CO’s natural beauty stop at our front door. Spending so much time in our homes these past few years has forced us to look at our living space differently. It’s not uncommon to get tired of what you see!
We say throw those doors open, let the sunlight, scent of pine, and mountain air in, and incorporate our love for the outdoors inside.
Show off your love for the outdoors and bring Colorado’s natural beauty into every room with these 8 tips:
7 Kitchen Design Trends for 2023
From small changes like adding built-in storage to remodels that implement smart assistants, home improvements can renew your home and your quality of life. Last year we predicted Remodeling Trends for 2023 You’d Want to Steal – and boy, did we guess right!! Now that the new year has arrived, it’s time to buckle down and start putting our plans into action. Where to start, you ask? We say high-traffic areas of the home, like your kitchen.
Kitchen remodeling is a challenging task. There’s a lot to think about, from the layout to the appliances to the color story.
We put on our trend-forecasting hats and used our combined decades of experience to list the top kitchen design trends for your 2023 remodel. Take a look!
Prepare for Holiday House Guests with a Well-Stocked Bathroom
Whether they’re spending the night, moving in, or simply over for an evening of wine, a well-stocked, welcoming guest bath is the mark of a great host.
Giving your guest bath some extra attention could be the thing to tie your entire home together. And what better opportunity to WOW guests with your bathroom design than when they’re staying over for the holidays!
Typically, guest bathrooms are small. Although your guests’ visit may be brief, there is no reason it should be uncomfortable. If you’re considering remodeling the space, our contractors can help. We will work with you to make the best plan, considering everything from space, storage, lighting, design, and of course, budget.
What Makes The Perfect Holiday Kitchen
Seasons Greetings! Celebrations are upon us - time to enjoy the holidays surrounded by family, friends, gifts, food, libations, and more. The key to staying stress-free is by maximizing and prepping space ahead of time! And it starts in the kitchen.
The kitchen is the heart of the home, especially at Christmas time. It provides much more than sustenance, it's a space to gather for family fun and make emotional connections. Holiday guests usually equate to extra mouths to feed and larger meals (which means larger messes.)
To help you get ready, here’s a list of our best tips to get your kitchen ho-ho-holiday-ready. Check it once, check it twice…
Welcome Chase Babcock!
Join us in welcoming Chase Babcock into the Maverick Home Remodeling, Inc. family! Chase joins us as our new Project Manager.
Chase was born in Highlands Ranch, Colorado where he grew up playing lacrosse, football, and enjoyed building different projects in his spare time. Chase graduated in 2020 from Colorado Mesa University with a BA in Science. After graduation he moved back to Denver to continue his passion for learning and worked for a General Contracting company where he was able to learn more about construction and what it takes to build. He then moved on to continue to learn more about sales at Eagle Rock Distributing where he was an Account Manager. He lives with his roommate, girlfriend, and 3 dogs. His passions outside of construction are teaching his girlfriend and friends how to fly fish, spending time with his family, and duck hunting. We asked Chase 10 questions so you can get to know him as well as we have!
Maverick’s Movie Marathon Guide
LIGHTS! CAMERA! NETFLIX!
We LOVE a good movie marathon, especially this time of year, and especially from the comfort of home.
With winter slowly creeping in and the holiday madness approaching, a relaxing movie night at home might be exactly what you need. Not sure what to (binge) watch? We have you covered, with not one, not two, but 14 movie-marathon ideas.
So, get your Ben & Jerry’s or break out your favorite popcorn maker, and fire up your favorite streaming service. Snuggle up and enjoy!
Get Your House Ready For Winter
Don’t give your home maintenance the cold shoulder!
Between the snowfall outside and the holiday hustle and bustle inside, keeping your home looking and functioning great as you transition into winter months is key! Before you reach for your wreaths or start decorating the mantel, follow these steps to harden your home against harsh winter conditions.
Top 5 Reasons Ken-Caryl Homeowners are Remodeling (Renewing) Their Homes
The community of Ken-Caryl Colorado has a lot to offer its homeowners. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, wildlife, great schools and a killer location in the Denver foothills. It's no wonder many expanding families are putting down roots in this community.
Luckily for them, our team at Maverick Home Remodeling, Inc. is well-versed in the community’s rules and regulations regarding remodeling and has been helping Ken-Caryl homeowners renew their homes for over 18 years. If you call Ken-Caryl home and are ready to renew your life by renewing your home, Maverick has you covered!
Whether you live in Ken-Caryl or in a nearby community, take a look at the top five reasons Ken-Caryl homeowners are choosing to remodel their space.
Renew Your Life? Renew Your Home
Picture your morning routine: You’re running late. Your kitchen is disorganized. You burn your breakfast. You rush out of the door but can’t locate your car keys…
From small changes like adding built-in storage to remodels that implement smart assistants, home improvements have the power to improve not only your home, but your quality of life.
Home is an extension of thy self in so many ways. It is our shrine - each item, handpicked, speaks of you in every way. It is where you can be 100% your authentic self. It is where the heart rests. And, your environment can greatly affect how you operate in the world. So, your home should be a place that recharges you emotionally and makes you feel happier living in it, not one that’s draining and overwhelming.
We all benefit from reevaluating ourselves and making meaningful improvements from time to time. Although pivotal moments may lead to a renewal process, renewal is not a singular event; it’s ongoing! The same is true for your home. As you evolve, so must your space to better suit your needs. And so, renewing your home will renew your life!
Remodeling Trends for 2023 You’ll Want to Steal
We’ve peered into our crystal ball and have seen home design trends for 2023. And let us tell you, the future looks BRIGHT! …and nature-inspired, sustainable and multi-functional. Are you ready for some fresh changes to your home? Get a first look at a few of the trends that will shape home design and remodeling in 2023. Let’s dive in, shall we?
Fall Checklist For Home Maintenance
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.
Creating The Ultimate Home Office
In today’s world, whether your office remains closed post-COVID, your children are in hybrid school, or you simply need a quiet area to get work done, having a workspace at home is almost a necessity. Rather than setting up a temporary spot at the dining table or attempting to work on the couch, consider breathing new life into your home with a dedicated home office.
Having a remote setup has many benefits, including increased productivity, savings on commute time and expenses, freedom to create your ideal space, and flexibility. Here are tips for designing an office at home.
