Renovations
While you might not be thinking about outdoor home improvement projects in February, now is the perfect time to start your “honey-do” list of projects you hope to accomplish this spring. However, with busy schedules, getting everything on the list accomplished might be a stretch. This doesn’t mean you need to start crossing items off the list, it simply means it is time to call in some reinforcements.
At McKeelWorks, Inc. there is no project too big or too small. In addition to servicing your heating and air conditioning systems, we can help you accomplish a variety of other jobs around the home, including:
- Custom fences – Our talented craftsmen can create the white picket home of your dreams. We specialize in custom fences, creating individual slats for a truly one-of-a-kind finished product.
- Chain link fences – Perhaps you are just looking for a space for your pet to roam or enclose your garden. We can assist you in planning and installing a chain link fence that will keep visitors out or keep your pets or family secure.
- Tree trimming – Spring is the perfect time to get shrubs, hedges, and trees under control. Is there a branch over your home that is jeopardy of falling? Removing low hanging branches before summer storms hit is crucial to keep your home, vehicles and other outside items safe. We are able to safely remove limbs while sparing the tree and your home from any unnecessary damage.
- Gravel – Has the winter weather created a low gravel base on your driveway? A fresh layer will even out ruts, and spare your car’s suspension from a rough ride. Our team of handymen can arrange for gravel delivery and spread a smooth even base over your existing driveway surface.
- Outdoor living spaces – Now is the perfect time to plan your outdoor spaces for spring and summer entertaining. Let the experts at McKeelWorks make your dreams a reality. We can assist you in building a new patio, fire pit, deck or other outdoor space.
Spring is just around the corner. Let the team at McKeelWorks do the heavy lifting so you can enjoy a fresh, clean and updated outdoor space. And, if you have project that isn’t listed above, give us a call anyway. If we can’t do it, we’re sure to know someone who can lend a hand.
At McKeelwork Inc., we put quality craftsmanship is our highest priority. When it comes to brick, tile and stone, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail and our commitment to giving customers the best service possible. Our company provides a wide array of services for both home renovations and business improvement and remodeling projects throughout the state of North Carolina. We are offering 10% off any project that you come to us with.
Our employees are trained in installing doors and windows, pressure washing, painting, sheetrock, decks and additions. If electrical work is part of your renovation plans, we also have the capabilities to do that as well. We specialize in HVAC servicing that includes complete system and duct change-outs while servicing all brands of heating and air systems in both residential and commercial applications. We sell systems that we’ve had the most success with in the past to ensure you will be getting the best bang for your buck.
If a renovation project is on your mind, we also offer several services to help you get the job done. We cover complete home/business renovations, tackling small and large home additions or simply completing a project or two for you. All of our tradesman, tile man, sheet-rocker, plumber, electrician, painter and other servicers are employees for McKeelwork, Inc.. We’re all about building relationships with our clients, so the contractor you meet on day one is the same contractor you will finish your renovations with.
With 15 years of experience in the industry, our company understands how pertinent it is to take the time with each customer to build relationships and make sure they are receiving the proper residential or commercial services they require. Our customized experience will ensure your job is completed with full dedication, care and skill every time. To request any of our professional services, visit our website or give us a call today at (919)-631-7525.
If you have ever embarked on a home renovation project, you most likely know that remodeling can be messy, inconvenient, and expensive until the work is completed and you can enjoy the result. Commercial renovation requires similar planning and budgeting, but it can be well-worth the investment if it improves business efficiency and productivity, increases a building’s safety, improves business image, and attracts more customers. In this post, we’ll take a look at a few tips to minimize any headaches you might experience with business renovations, as well as maximize the enjoyment of your commercial space.
Hire licensed, insured professionals
Just like home remodeling, it’s important to hire a licensed, insured contracting company that oversees the aspects of the project, obtains the proper permits, and makes sure all the enhancements comply with local codes and ordinances. Many business owners also decide to consult an architect for ideas and feedback before moving forward with any renovations.
Have both a short-term and long-term plan
During remodeling, business cannot simply grind to a halt for long, so it’s good to have a plan for how your business will continue to function while the renovations are in progress. Think about how you will continue to serve your clients, deliver your services or products, and where your employees will have space to work.
Before going forward with renovations, think about how the business might grow in the future. Will you have enough space for future expansion? Generally, renovations should help create space so that you don’t outgrow your improvements within a few years.
Consider increasing productivity and efficiency
Think carefully about the office environment you strive to project, and use renovation projects in your favor. Does your business need a stimulating, vibrant environment, or a more serene, calm atmosphere? Color choice impacts efficiency and productivity, as well as ambience. You can read more about using color choices to match your goals here.
Studies also show that natural lighting has a positive effect on employee health, wellbeing, and in an indirect way, productivity. Adding windows, skylights, and natural lighting is a way not only to benefit employees, but can also be green improvements designed to reduce utility bills and energy consumption.
Remodeling and adding an addition to an existing home are improvement projects that many homeowners consider. Home additions and improvement of living space combined with endless possibilities for usage, materials, colors, and other preferences are the creative homeowner’s dream. However, big renovation and addition projects require planning, budgeting, and hiring the right contractors. Being prepared for the inconvenience and expense of adding onto your home will help minimize surprises and hassles.
Planning: When adding on to your existing home, make sure the addition will be integrated seamlessly into the overall design and aesthetic of the house. A home addition requires planning and effort to make it look like it belongs to the house, and hasn’t just been tacked on haphazardly. A trusted architect or building contractor can help in this area. Likewise, nearly all home additions require permits from the local city or county government. A good contractor should help you get the proper permits to ensure the addition is up to code. Adding on to your home without the proper permits can lead to code violations and difficulties when it’s time to sell the home.
Budgeting: Home additions are costly. Costhelper.com estimates that adding an additional bathroom or bedroom can easily cost $25,000-$50,000. Homeowners can save money by choosing to remodel an existing room instead or by converting an existing space, such as basement or attic rooms, into a bedroom, bathroom, or family room. Also, expect your property insurance to go up a bit, and plan for the possibility of unforeseen expenses such as rotting floorboards that need replacement or mold cleanup.
Hiring the Right Contractor: One of the biggest decisions to make is who to hire. Any contractor should be licensed and insured, and be able to help you obtain the proper building permits. Before you interview contractors, have a detailed plan of what materials you want to use and your vision for the finished product. Expect unexpected expenses here and there, but ask for receipts from the contractor, and don’t pay the full bill until the job is finished. Don’t forget to have a clear idea before the work begins about what hours the contractor will work, what they will clean up at the end of the day, and how much noise and dust will be created. Finally, ask which aspects of the job the contractor will do, and how much of it they plan to sub-contract out. For more questions to ask a potential contractor, see this article from U.S. News and World Report.
Located in Dunn, North Carolina, McKeelwork, Inc. is a full-service remodeling and HVAC contractor. Servicing all brands of residential and commercial HVAC systems, McKeelwork’s licensed, insured technicians provide emergency service, repairs, full new-system installation, and warranties on parts and labor. We can also help with your remodeling and home addition projects, including bathroom and kitchen remodels, tiling, and exterior work such as brick, stone, painting, tree trimming, and pressure washing. To find out more about how McKeelwork, Inc. can maximize your home environment, visit our website or call (919) 631-7525.
