Get an edge by installing connected smart home technology during your home remodel Smart home technology is everywhere today. It has made its way into our vehicles, our workplaces, and our pockets. With smart tech’s skill at automation, it’s no surprise that it has found a perfect place in the home. Nearly 70-percent of homes […]
An overview of the right team of renovation professionals to take you through your remodel You’ve decided to renovate your home. Who should you hire for a renovation? Do you only need to hire a general contractor, or are other renovation professionals needed? Depending on your scope and spend, knowing who to reach out to, […]
Focus your attention (and money) on these home upgrades for resale value Many Sweeten homeowners have either just moved into their new space, or are renovating their home to stay put. Increasingly, we are seeing renovation projects aimed at resale. Whether you’re planning to put your space on the market soon or in several years, […]
How a home can achieve top-notch energy efficiency Renovation project by Sweeten architect Elizabeth You’ve heard the term “passive house” to describe a home that needs almost no help from HVAC equipment to heat or cool itself. Its temperature and comfort are adjusted via passive rather than active mechanical systems. For example, it might have […]
A primer on how to keep track of your home equity As homeowners, we sometimes find ourselves obsessed with how much our home is worth: “Our neighbor’s home sold for how much?”, or, on the flip side, “The property tax assessor thinks my house is worth how much?” Home improvements can really affect home value. […]
Keeping gas and plumbing in place? A contractor may be all you need Ever imagine what’d it be like to take your kitchen down to the studs and start over again? We’re not talking about knocking down walls or changing the placement of the sink or range—or anything that would mean moving plumbing or rerouting […]
Pre-fab cabinetry—like a pantry cabinet from IKEA—can be a simple way to fulfill the kitchen renovation ideas you’ve been dreaming about Planning your new kitchen design is an exciting time. It’s fun to walk through a big-box store like IKEA, Home Depot, or Lowe’s and start brainstorming the look and feel of your space. These […]
A primer on the key components and details needed to secure accurate bids for your project from general contractors When embarking on a home renovation project, getting bids from several general contractors will be one of your first tasks. To ensure you get accurate bids from those professionals, Sweeten, a free service matching homeowners with […]
These homes were stuck in the past until a (long overdue!) home renovation brought each one back to the future Homeowners who are feeling ambitious and want to take on a home that hasn’t been changed in decades have a unique opportunity. In an older home that’s been given new life, updated features sit alongside quirky […]
How much it costs to renovate your kitchen in Westchester County, NY (Above) Brooke and Paul’s Sweeten kitchen renovation in Pelham, New York There’s no doubt that Westchester is a picturesque place to live—the luxury of space and peace with the bustle of New York City a quick trip away. Some recent buyers and established homeowners alike feel it would be […]
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