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May 28, 2020
Protecting Your Family from Lead & Asbestos When Remodeling
While there are plenty of fun and glamorous aspects to home remodeling, if your home is over 40 years old you’ll need to proceed with a bit of caution. That’s because most homes built before 1980 contain lead paint and/or asbestos.
Read MoreMay 1, 2020
Remodeling Precautions During COVID-19
In this time of uncertainty, we want to do everything we can to take some of the uncertainty out of having remodeling professionals work inside your home. Below is a brief update from the Model Remodel team on how we’re approaching our work moving forward.
Read MoreApril 20, 2020
How to Brighten Up a Dark Basement
Basements can be dark, dreary, seldom-used places, especially in older Seattle homes. A basement renovation is an opportunity to create a living area that’s brighter and more inviting.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2020
Adding Space: Second Story Home Additions vs. House Lifting
For those living in the Seattle area, home prices over the last 5 years have been rising fast. As of October 2019, the median home price in Seattle had reached $775,000. For that reason, many King County homeowners are choosing to stay put and do a home renovation in order to add living space.
Read MoreJanuary 29, 2020
Smart Home Tech for the Modern Homeowner
With the arrival of 2020, the future is officially now. Self-driving cars are hitting the road and lunch deliveries can be scheduled via app. Smart technology is making a place for itself inside the home, too.
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“Every single person we dealt with in this company was professional, warm, excited about our project and made every effort to make this process and smooth and successful one. We have thoroughly enjoyed working with them.”
Ashley C.,
“We will highly and enthusiastically recommend Model Remodel to everyone we know who is looking for a top-notch contractor.”
Sarah L.,
“I can't say enough good things about them. They worked on the house before we moved in, so they got to know our neighbors before we did, and they represented us really well.”
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