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Friday, January 13, 2012

Spruce your home for the Spring

Spring time is almost here and we should spruce up the exterior of the home. It adds value to your house and gives it some curb appeal. You can do some minimal landscaping to compliment the exterior of your home. Like adding some colorful flowers, some shrubs and a little mulch is all you need. Besides landscaping, the most important thing for good curb appeal is a good paint job. Start out washing your house thoroughly, then making any necessary repairs. Like any broken sofits, Any wood rot, broken screens, bad siding, or anything else that needs repair. Then caulk all settling cracks, around all windows and doors. Next, prime any and all areas that need attention, like fading or any stains. Finally, you're ready to paint the exterior of your home. Apply 2 coats of any premium paint, Bher, Sherwin Williams, Porter, or any other you prefer as long as it is a premium paint. Don't use cheap products or you will pay more later. If this seems to be a challenge that you are not up to, then please give us a call and one of our professionals will come out to your home and meet with you. We can give you ideas that maybe you didn't think about, and provide you with a free quote. We also specialize in all facets of home improvement and remodeling. At Affordable Painting and Remodeling, LLC. we take pride in our work and warranty all our work against defect in workmanship. Always remember, "If its not Affordable, you been paying too much."  (407) 595-3530

Tuesday, January 3, 2012


Home Improvements - Why spend the money?


Home renovations are one way to increase the value of your home without moving into another property.. People throughout the Orlando area put thousands of dollars towards kitchen or bathroom remodels every year. They think about adding on to the house, or remodeling their garage. It's very important to hire the right contractor and to make sure they do the job right the first time. Most people think that they can save money if they do the job themselves instead of hiring a contractor. However, that could not be further from the truth. If you do not hire the right contractor, you could be wasting your money on a job that doesn't have a professional finish and in the end having to do it over again.

Painting the frame around a picture or adding molding to give the appearance of a frame, those things give the finishing touches to a project. And, without a good paint job renovations will not give you the look that you would have hope for. Most people dream of a perfect room after hopelessly trying to do the work themselves. They had a vision for months or even years before they started a project. Some people procrastinate and never get it done. It's important to realize that every step in the process is as important as the next. You weren't skimpy when it came to choosing the right kitchen cabinets or selecting the right counter top. So why be cheap when it comes time to select a contractor? Or, why is it so difficult to even realize that your in over your head and that you need help?

A good painting contractor can do more for you than just a paint job. They can handle everything from preparing the walls, making minor repairs, refinishing cabinets, laying out a plan for you, to giving you interior decorating ideas. They can also help you select the right products and the right colors to give you that look that you have always dreamed about. They can handle the entire project from start to finish. Make sure that you get your priorities straight when it comes time to finally hire a professional painting contractor. Don't wait until it's too late, get a contractor involved during the first stages of your renovation or home improvement project. It will give you that beautiful room you have always wanted ever since moving into your new home in Orlando.

With a soft real estate market in the Orlando area, home renovations will continue to gain popularity. It's a way to put value into your home while you wait for the real estate market recover. If your considering to remodel your home, take the time and find a professional contractor to help you with the project. You will not regret the time or the money that you spent once you see the final product.