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Functional Remodeling Design Choices in 2023 that Will Stand the Test of Time
With inflation, the housing market, and material costs at incredibly high rates due to the pandemic, we’re seeing a growing trend of homeowners prioritizing functionality and comfort in their home remodeling projects. Thankfully,...
Talmadge Construction Supports a New Culinary Teaching Facility at Starlight Elementary School
Aptos, California – January 18, 2023 – Chef Emeril Lagasse’s Culinary Garden and Teaching Kitchen at Starlight Elementary School has recently launched thanks to more than $1.5 million in generous donations, which Jeff and Adele...
Talmadge Construction Supports Career Technical Education at Local High Schools
On behalf of Talmadge Construction, Andrew Talmadge has become an Industry Partner with California Technical Education (CTE). CTE is part of the cutting-edge California State Plan for Career Technical Education. The CTE mandate is to...
Remodeling for People with Disabilities and Aging in Place Considerations
A common reason for residential remodeling is to adapt the home for a person with a disability or age-related mobility issues. With over 40 million Americans living with a disability, a carefully planned remodel ensures everyone...
A Homeowner’s Guide to Remodeling Mark Ups
When you’re entering into a contract with a remodeler, you are putting your hard-earned dollars on the line with the expectations that not only will you receive an excellent product, but you will be charged fairly. Understanding how...
Caroline’s Non-Profit Thrift Shop Awards “Talmadge Scholarships” to Two Cabrillo Students
Anyone who’s ever worked with Talmadge knows we’re all about community service. After all, Santa Cruz County is our home, and we could never fulfill our mission of providing exceptional remodeling experiences to residents if we...
Key Considerations When Designing and Building an ADU on your Santa Cruz County Property
Are you thinking of building an ADU? Adding an accessory dwelling unit is a great way to add affordable living space and increase the value of your property. As a residential dwelling unit on the same lot as your main house, an ADU...
Talmadge Construction Donates an Outdoor Classroom Build for Soquel Elementary School
Aptos, California – October 14, 2022 – Soquel Elementary School recently received a grant for materials for a garden expansion project, and the expert craftspeople at Talmadge Construction volunteered their time and expertise to...
How to Remodel Your Empty Nest Home in Santa Cruz County
Seeing our children leave home can be a daunting and emotional experience. Yet the resulting empty nest can also be a time of newfound freedom and exciting opportunities. One of the most popular times for homeowners to take on a home...
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