This weekend, February 26 – 28, is the 2016 Home and Remodeling Show at The Ranch. The big question we often get is “Is this a good use of my time?” Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado, the 2016 Home Show is a no-cost, low-risk way to explore home improvement ideas, hear […]
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50 Random Acts of Kindness
Have you ever been on the receiving end of an unexpected act of kindness from someone? How did it make you feel? Everyone at some point in their life has experienced a surprise gift – maybe even an anonymous act – of joy, compassion or kindness. It’s often the little moments, and the small things, […]
The Only Thing Constant is Change
We’ve been in the local remodeling business for nearly 20 years, and the only constant in our line of work is change. Every project and client is different. Techniques and tools improve. Nothing is static. Change, you could say, fuels our business. People remodel homes to repair or replace old materials or adapt to ever-changing […]
Timelapse: Building an Addition
Ever wonder what it’s like to build a home addition, start to finish? Journey through each step of the construction process in this HighCraft original timelapse video.
HighCraft Wins Best of Houzz 2016
Northern Colorado design-build remodeler HighCraft Builders was recognized as a 2016 “Best of Houzz” company by Houzz.com – the leading online platform for home remodeling and design. Out of 1 million home professionals from across the United States and around the world, HighCraft earned Best of Houzz 2016 in the Design category. Best of Houzz […]
Good Reasons to Use Professional Design Services
Whether you plan to use a contractor or complete a remodel yourself, there are benefits to hiring professional interior designers and licensed architects. Why should you care? LICENSED ARCHITECTS Many remodels involve structural changes to your home, and those changes (and associated permits) require professional construction drawings. Would you trust those building plans, and the structural safety of […]
FIVE Remodeling Trends for 2016
If you resolve to improve your home improvement efforts in the New Year, here are FIVE trends that might inspire your projects. 1. Bold Accent Walls Move over paint and wallpaper. The new way to pop an accent wall in any room of the house is with tile or stone. Unique materials, including reclaimed barn […]
And the Food Fight Winners Are …
Back in our November 16th blog “HighCraft Food Fight!” the HighCraft ladies challenged the HighCraft gents to a friendly competition during the month-long 7th Annual HighCraft Holiday Food Drive. The team to bring in the most food donations by December 18th (measured by weight) would win a FREE lunch and bragging rights. And the winners […]
Remodeling Contract Types: Pros and Cons
When remodeling your home, it’s smart to seek clarification early – especially when it comes to a construction contract. Before you sign on the dotted line, weigh the pros and cons of the three most common types of remodeling contracts used today, and then choose the best fit for your situation. Cost-Plus Cost-plus contracts are […]
Wood vs. Natural Gas Fireplaces: a Heated Debate
During the recent cold snap we fielded quite a few questions from homeowners about heating alternatives. If you’re thinking of firing up the old wood-burning stove, or installing a new natural gas fireplace, consider the following. Fuel Pros and Cons The most common fireplaces and free-standing heating stoves are often categorized by fuel type: gas, […]
