Irons Brothers Construction helps its clients love their homes again in these two award-winning projects (as awarded by the Master Builder’s Association Remodeling Excellence Awards in 2017). A big thanks…
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Tips for feeding birds in cold weather
A reader asked us to share information about maintaining bird feeders — and especially hummingbird feeders — in cold weather. We posed the questions to our experts, and received this…
Your kitchen: Likely the most important room in your house
Join Irons Brothers Construction at the Northwest Remodeling Expo, set for Friday-Sunday, Jan. 18-20, at the Washington State Convention Center, Halls 4EF, 800 Convention Pl., Seattle. More information is available…
Sponsor spotlight: Visit Irons Brothers at the Northwest Remodeling Expo Jan. 18-20
Join Irons Brothers Construction at the Northwest Remodeling Expo, set for Friday-Sunday, Jan. 18-20, at the Washington State Convention Center, Halls 4EF, 800 Convention Pl., Seattle. More information is available…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Five hidden renovation costs
Renovations never seem to go as planned. There’s always a cost you didn’t anticipate, or a problem that didn’t reveal itself until the project was underway. Here are five common…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Dealing with scratched hardwood floors
Hardwood floors are highly desirable for most homeowners, but they come with their share of challenges when it comes to cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. After a few months or years…
Sponsor spotlight: More older Americans desire to ‘age in place’
Older Americans largely prefer to stay in their current homes as they age rather than downsize or relocate. And that is a major driver in the continued growth of “aging-in-place”…
Home safety checklist for the holiday season
The holiday season is a special time for family gatherings and festive celebrations, but it’s also an important time for home owners to keep some basic safety precautions top of…
National Association of Home Builders names Melissa Irons Remodeler of Month
The National Association of Home Builders has named Melissa Irons, Irons Brothers Construction Inc. marketing and operations manager, its NAHB Remodeler of the Month for November 2018. Based in Shoreline, Irons Brothers…
Five home maintenance projects to do this fall
As we turn back the clock, now’s the time to focus on fall maintenance projects. Preparing for the chilly weather now will enhance and protect one of your biggest investments:…
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Home and Real Estate Weekly: Dealing with scratched hardwood floors
Hardwood floors are highly desirable for most homeowners, but they come with their share of challenges when it comes to cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. After a few months or years…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: How to check your home for air leaks
We’re well into the fall season, and winter is right around the corner. This is the time of year when it’s especially important to make sure your home is properly…
Sponsor spotlight: Irons Brothers Construction invites you to 2018 Remodeled Homes Tour Oct. 27-28
Irons Brothers Construction, along with other local home remodelers, invite you to a perfect fall tradition: The 2018 Remodeled Homes Tour Oct. 27-28, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., presented by…
Creating the perfect home office
School is back in session, and that means the kids will be bringing home more and more homework. This combined with a growing trend of professionals who are working from…
Considering a remodel? Think twice before you DIY
According to new research and a recent New York Post article, the average American home has nine repairs that need to be completed around the house, with 57 percent of…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Five secret weapons for DIY projects
Is there a home maintenance project that’s been lingering on your to-do list for too long because you’re dreading the trip to the hardware or craft store? There are some…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Before you buy a fixer-upper, think about resale value
We’ve all watched the HGTV programs that show a run-down old house transforming into a dream home. Tackling a big renovation project on an outdated property can indeed pay off…
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Choosing the right paint finish
It can be intimidating to stand in front of the paint swatches at the paint or hardware store and try to make a decision. Picking a color can be difficult…
Be sure to check credentials when hiring a professional remodeler
If you’re planning a home remodel, hire a professional remodeler with excellent credentials. According to the Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties (MBAKS), the best remodeling results are…
Top five home remodeling projects
Homeowners who are considering — or planning — to stay in their home should know about remodeling projects that increase the home’s usefulness and make it better to live in….
Home and Real Estate Weekly: Reconsider these choices when designing your kitchen
The kitchen is one of the areas of a home that sees the most wear and tear. All the water, heat and food spills add up quickly, so it’s important…