Three Creative Ways to Make Use of a Finished Basement
The floors have been laid, the interior painting finished—your basement is now officially a habitable space! Fraught with decorative possibilities, your finished basement can be used for all sorts of things, so where do you even begin? As strange as it sounds, the amount of opportunity that comes with a finished basement means that some […]
Upgrading a Deck to Suit Your Needs
Decks are a wonderful addition to your home whether they incorporate daily activities with your family or offer a luxurious spot to entertain guests. Unfortunately, many new homes are built with a fairly small, generic, deck to complete the house rather than incorporate the needs of your home. There are solutions in that a deck can be expanded, […]
Three Ways to Make Sure Your Deck Withstands the Winter Weather
Decks are one of the best ways to get out and enjoy the short-lived fall colors. Mild temperatures, the season’s last shreds of sunlight—and hey, no bugs! Indeed, you love your deck, and that’s why it’s critical you take precautions before the cold sets in to ensure you’ll see it in good shape in the […]
How to Prevent Burst Pipes This Winter
As snow settles in and the temperatures begin to fall, an insidious threat might just lurk inside your walls—burst pipes! Once you’ve awoken to one of these, you’ll never forget it, and neither will your home if you don’t seek immediate water damage restoration services. Without the proper cleanup, you’re not only left with a […]
How to Maintain Your Siding’s High-Quality Finish
The siding around your home offers the best of both worlds by providing outside protection and a professional, clean look that makes your home stand out. If you maintain the siding in your home, it will retain its beautiful finish for many years. Below are some tips for keeping your siding looking new and in […]
Smart Ways to Remodel an Attic
If your attic is a currently uninhabited space filled with fluffy insulation and not much else, you are not alone. Tons of Minnesotna families put this space under the “unusable” category—but it doesn’t need to be this way! With a little bit of TLC from the home remodeling pros, you too can make your attic space into […]
Tips For Preparing For a Remodel
Deciding to start a remodeling project can seem like a daunting task. After all, there are a lot of steps to get in order before you can even start the construction. However, with a trustworthy and dependable contractor, such as Intelligent Design Corp, you’ll be able to complete your remodel in a timely and cost-effective manner. There are […]
Comparing Different Types of Insulation for Your Attic
If you are looking to insulate your attic to keep your home comfortable and efficient, you’ll have three main options: cellulose, fiberglass, and spray foam. While all three types of fiberglass offer insulation for attics, they each have their pros and cons. Intelligent Design offers complete attic insulation installation for residential properties in Minneapolis and the surrounding […]
All You Need to Know About James Hardie Siding
When working with a siding contractor to spruce up your home, all the brands at your disposal can be a little overwhelming. While your preferred pro will help you in the right direction, you still want to play an active role in deciding what goes onto the side of your home—but how can you do […]
Types of Winter Roof Damage
As the summer season begins and temperatures continue to rise, winter’s harsh winds and snowstorms may seem like a distant memory. However, the exterior damage winter elements left behind may still be prevalent on your home’s roof. There are several signs of roof damage to keep an eye out for after winter. If you notice […]