Talmadge Construction Blog
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Frustrated by an outdated kitchen that was closed off from the rest of the home, our clients wanted a fully outfitted workspace for serious cooking that was also a beautiful, welcoming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...
Redwood as a Building Material for Your Home
If you are considering building or replacing a deck, there is not a better choice than redwood. It is lighter than plastic composite and tropical hardwoods; it can be cut and drilled with regular woodworking blades and bits. Redwood is one of the strongest natural...
Going Solar with Ron Goad of Solcon Solar
When we have a project that includes a solar power system, we turn to Ron Goad from Solcon Solar. He has been installing solar power systems in the Santa Cruz area for over 30 years, including projects at the Seacliff Inn and the O'Neill Sea Odyssey offices, among...
Choosing a Gas Fireplace – Featuring Woodstove & Sun
For homes in Santa Cruz County, a high-quality gas fireplace can offer a stylish and effective option for heating your home during the winter months. When our home remodeling projects include a new fireplace, we turn to Woodstove & Sun, a local Santa Cruz...
Talmadge Construction Project Featured in NAPHN Home Tour
Eco-Efficient Home Building Conference Concludes with Santa Cruz Home Tour On October 8th, the North American Passive House Network (NAPHN) along with Passive House California hosted a tour of passive houses in Santa Cruz County, called the NAPHN17 home tour. The...
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