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Remodeling

Whether your home is brand new or has been around for decades, you probably have some remodeling projects in mind. Since 2005, we’ve been remodeling the homes we’ve lived in. We know what it’s like to live in the midst of remodeling projects. We’ve also experienced the bliss of a completely remodeled home with no projects for more than two years. After a move in 2019, we have another fixer-upper to make our own.

We want to encourage you in your remodeling journey. DIY projects and working with contractors are not for the faint of heart. Balancing the cost, time, and effort involved can really take a toll on you and your family. However, the final result is often well worth the sacrifice.


Living Debt-Free in a Fixer-Upper: includes several common home renovation tools including a calculator for measurements and budgeting

Living Debt-Free in a Fixer-Upper {Real-Life Pros, Cons, and Progress}

What does it look like to remodel your home without taking on additional debt?

Will you rely on your own DIY skills? Or should you hire a contractor?

Do you really have the time and patience to take on a fixer-upper?

Read moreLiving Debt-Free in a Fixer-Upper {Real-Life Pros, Cons, and Progress}

DIY Projects

completed bathroom remodel with Costco vanity, new mirror, and refaced door

Remodeling the Kids’ Bathroom with a Vanity from Costco

A quick decision to buy an Ove vanity from Costco lead to a long but worthwhile renovation of our kids’ bathroom.

Easy Closets maximize space: the design and photo of my master bedroom closet remodeled with an EasyClosets system

Maximize Space with EasyClosets

Whether you live in a small home or a spacious one, your closets should have maximum storage potential with minimal effort. Since 2005, we’ve installed nine EasyClosets systems across two homes.

front-right view of backyard shed built using Brayton design from Paul's Sheds

Building a Backyard Shed {My DIY Story}

Building a shed from the ground up is daunting, demanding, and yet remarkably rewarding. Read my DIY story before you accept this challenge.

A few pages of the Brayton shed plan from Paul's Sheds splayed out with a hammer and nails

DIY Shed Plans from Paul’s Sheds

Do you want to build your own backyard shed? If you are up for a DIY project of this caliber, check out Paul’s Sheds for your design plans.


Combination Projects (DIY and Contractor-Led)

half bathroom after remodel: vanity, toilet, and mirror

Our Half Bathroom Remodel: Downsizing For the Best Fit

When the layout of our bathroom didn’t make sense, we began an ambitious remodel that involved moving a wall and so much more.

Barker Cabinets Review: back/side view of custom kitchen island

A Barker Cabinets Review

Can ready-to-assemble cabinets really be a good fit for your home? Read my unbiased Barker Cabinets review to learn more.


Contractor-Led Projects

Our first kitchen remodel: final reveal with new layout, cabinets, counters, appliances, and flooring

Our First Kitchen Remodel

Our first kitchen remodel was a success because we knew our requirements, planned accordingly, and stayed in budget. Find out why it was worth the wait.

Removing the fireplace for added space: the left side of this image shows the orginal fireplace wall. The right side of the image shows the new office built-ins that replaced the fireplace wall.

Removing the Fireplace to Create More Space

Have you ever thought about removing your fireplace to create more space? We replaced ours with office built-ins that make our home much more functional.


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