Whether you are feeling the peer pressure from your neighbors to deck out your home for the holidays or truly feeling festive, here are 6 simple holiday exterior décor tips that will look awesome and won't cause cursing or injury. 1. Choose a Focal Point Many homeowners choose their front porch or their front door as a focal point. Drawing attention to it with statement wreath enhanced with … [Read more...]
Six Reasons Why you Should Remodel your Basement
As families grow so does the need for more room, which is why remodeling your basement could be the perfect solution. Now more than ever homeowners are discovering the many benefits of remodeling their basements. One popular reason to remodel your basement is to increase living space. However, perhaps equally as important is the decision to control moisture and lower energy costs. Here are six … [Read more...]
Five Things to Do to Prepare for Summer Storm Damage
There are two things we as Midwesterners can come to expect in the summer. One is road construction and two is severe summer storms. Whether it is a tornado warning or a severe storm warning, it is important that you prepare your home for the inevitable wrath of the mother nature. Here are five things to do to be prepared for a summer storm damage: Review Your Insurance … [Read more...]
Five Home Improvement Projects to Tackle this Spring
The early spring season is when more people are thinking about making improvements to their homes. There are several home improvement projects that can create a more comfortable and habitable setting. If you're ready to begin working on your home, here are a few projects to get started on as the season starts to warm up. 1. Add Insulation for Energy Efficiency New insulation that … [Read more...]
Roofing Project in Stillwater
This home is a perfect example of GAF Timberline American Harvest line of shingles. The GAF Timberline American Harvest is a great way to add curb appeal to your home and give your roof a modern architecture look while still being affordable. To read more about the GAF Timberline American Harvest, check out GAF's website. Our top-of-the-line crew was able to complete this roof in ONE day! Of … [Read more...]
Lake Elmo Remodel and Sunroom Addition
This home lacked appeal and felt dated. We added a sunroom for additional space and remodeled the interior main living area and kitchen to give the house a more modern feel and lighten up the home. The homeowners are very happy with the finished product. … [Read more...]
Historic Attic Conversion in Stillwater, MN
This historic home lacked the features a growing family needs. It did, however, have a large, unfinished attic. We designed a functional and fun space for the children to play and grow into, along with a space for family to visit and stay. … [Read more...]
New Home for a Growing Family, Built on a Budget
Our experience with JG HAUSE In February 2016, my wife and I were newly married and we want to have a family. We realized we needed to move if we were going to build a family but we were not sure if building or buying an existing house would be better. We liked the idea of building but have heard horror stories from some people, and we were not sure if we would be able to … [Read more...]
Lake Elmo Basement Finish
1600 S.F. basement finish with electric floor heat and WiFi-controlled thermostat, 3" thick reclaimed wood countertops with metal riveted edges, reclaimed wood fireplace surround, and 1920s-era brick facade accent wall Challenge(s) Presented: Short construction schedule, custom architectural metal finishes, WiFi-controlled floor heating thermostats to be controlled from cell phone, custom … [Read more...]
Commercial Remodel & Addition to Office Space in Downtown Hudson, WI
The view of Hudson, WI as you enter its main downtown street is changing slightly. Just past the first stoplight as you head north into the downtown shopping district, you will see a J.G. Hause Construction major renovation and addition to an older building. This is a space that will soon be offering more downtown prime office space for lease in Hudson. Stay tuned for updates as this beautiful … [Read more...]
