Before you start a project check with your local Building Department

March 3, 2010

Safety is always a priority when repairing or remodeling a home. It is always wise to contact the local building department before starting a project. There are many variables when remodeling or building a home; load bearing partitions, buried utility lines, suitable soil conditions, and load capacity for lumber sizes are just a few. Our local building and zoning departments are there for the public safety. Contacting them before a project reduces any chance of injury, fines, or imprisonment.

Does your home need remodeling?

March 3, 2010

Home remodeling can focus on multiple areas for both indoor and outdoor renovations that benefit the home. Screen porches, great rooms, expanded kitchens, window replacements, and additions above attached garages are some of the possibilities to make your home more up-to-date and energy efficient. Expanding the square footage and remodeling those areas that need repair and replacement can increase the home’s value. Many homeowners love their neighborhood, but have outgrown their home. Thus, they choose to remodel their existing home rather than move.

Modern holds A+ rating with BBB

February 18, 2010

Modern Homes, Inc. focuses on customer relationships and quality products. This shows in our 62 years of business and we hold a Better Business Bureau rating of A+.

You can view the Better Business Website @ www.bbb.org to review the rating of businesses and charities. To view Modern Homes, Inc BBB profile, click here.

Did you replace your furnace filter?

February 10, 2010

Replace or clean your furnace filter. This will keep the air in your house cleaner, make your furnace more efficient, and help lower your heating bills. A good suggestion when replacing the old filter is to use a garbage bag to remove it and fold the bag over the old filter when removed. This also prevents dirt from falling on your floor when taking it to the garbage container.

10 Tips to Smart Storage in the Kitchen

February 2, 2010

1. Slip hand-written recipes in hard-plastic CD cases for easy access or plastic pockets in three ring binders.

2. Keep bread in an airtight bread drawer below the counter.

3. Use a small lazy Susan inside your cabinet to store spices and easy access.

4. Keep coffee mugs on a mug-holder tree displayed on the counter to allow more space instead of cabinets.

5. Put a grocery-bag storage system inside the door of the cabinet below the sink to keep them organized.

6. Don’t let coupons clutter your space.  Cut them out and keep them organized by category in a booklet or organizer.

7. Use a permanent marker to label lids and bases of plastic storage containers with corresponding numbers.

8. Organize pantry condiments into removable baskets according to meal use.

9. Store items in hard to reach places that are not used very often.

10. Install a paper towel holder to hang below a cabinet to allow for more space on the countertop.

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