Talmadge Construction Blog
“Can you give me a ballpark price on that?”
By Jeff Talmadge I have been asked this question many, many times over 36 years in business. When I meet with someone who is interested in remodeling their home, we will talk about some of the things they want to do. People want to know what to expect and will often...
The Multi-Generational Home
There are many great reasons kids, parents, and grandparents may share a home today. For some, younger generations are challenged by high housing prices and return home to live with their parents. Others are caring for aging family members who can no longer live...
3D Technology Brings Home Remodeling to Life
3D Technology: Taking the Guesswork Out of Remodeling These images are 3D renderings and offer a sneak peek into a project we are currently working on with clients. This project will be a major makeover, encompassing the interior as well as the exterior of the home....
The Importance of Remodeling Your Outdoor Living Space
Most of the time, homeowners want to make some alterations in different rooms within the house. Whether it’s the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom, you need to take up the expert opinion of professional design build remodeling contractors. When it comes to kitchen...
Outfitting a Kitchen Remodel for a Serious Cook
Frustrated by an outdated kitchen that was closed off from the rest of the home, our clients wanted a fully outfitted workspace for serious cooking that was also a beautiful, welcoming place for family to gather. Removal of a wall opened up the space. A large island...
Avoiding Your Worst Travel Nightmare
Seven Tips to Safeguard Your Home While On Vacation By Vanessa Reed As a homeowner, there are few things that can ruin your vacation faster than receiving news that a flood has happened at your house, and you’re too far away to personally deal with it. This is exactly...
Small Bathroom & Powder Room Remodel Ideas
When it comes to bathroom remodeling, the first thing most of us think of is the luxurious master bath we’ve always dreamed of. But guest bathrooms and powder rooms need love too. And even though they are often much smaller than other rooms in the house, that doesn’t...
Natural Rodent Control
Many of our homes in the Santa Cruz area are surrounded by gorgeous natural environment, but that comes with a few downsides. While we’re closer to the outdoors, rodents and pests often claim our homes as their own, making it a challenge to keep your space clean and...
10 Of Our Favorite Pet Friendly Remodeling Ideas
If you own a pet, you might find that one of the biggest benefits of a remodel is adding design features that enable you to live more elegantly alongside your furry friends. A few examples include a built in dog gate, a hidden pet pantry, or a dog-wash shower....
“I’m So Glad I Did…”
At Talmadge Construction, we pride ourselves in producing really thoughtful designs. In the design process, we discuss with our clients at length about how they’re going to use their new space. Naturally, we provide a lot of recommendations about what they can include...
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