Take your bathroom for example, you may want to consider the following: -

• If your vanity or pedestal is in good condition consider leaving it in place and just change the faucet.
• Refinish your tub instead of replacing it.
• Change fixtures – vanity faucets, shower/bath trim (spouts, heads etc) and lights.
• Consider adding wainscoting and new trim.
• Paint walls and ceilings
• Change the medicine cabinet.
• If the floors are in good condition then you can leave them in place. However, if you have a tiled floor you may consider re-grouting the joints, especially if the tile itself is good.

Your kitchen is one of the most important places in your house, and there are many ways to enhance and update it without an extensive overhaul. For instance, you can keep the cabinets if they are in good condition and instead focus renovation work on these other areas: -

• Replace countertops/sink and faucet
• Refinish cabinets
• Replace cabinet hardware
• Refinish floor or install new floor
• Add/replace lighting
• Change trim
• Repaint walls and ceiling
• Change appliances

Ultimately, just remember that keeping your house looking good doesn’t have to be a huge expense. There are many companies that specialize in Residential Construction in major cities like Boston, Chicago and New York (why is NY and Chicago listed) and are sure to have many outfits that will develop and execute a plan to make your house looking new again.

If you’re looking for Painting Services or just Construction Services in general, don’t be wary of approaching a contractor and outlining your specific needs. Many companies will be more than happy to listen to you and come up with a package that will suit both your needs and your budget.

In fact, many modern day renovations happen quickly and with little interruption, meaning that your life can continue with minimal disruption even while construction is taking place in your home. consider improving your kitchen and bathroom without breaking the bank.

With a Bachelor’s in Quantity Surveying and a Master’s in Economics & Management, Patrick McDonagh has been involved in construction for well over a decade. The company he founded and now runs, Casla Property Services LCC, is a premier Boston area General Contractor that takes on both residential and commercial building and renovation projects and is known for its strong customer support ethic and quality workmanship.

1. Ask Questions – You may not have resolved all of your project requirements prior to contractor selection. It is important to address all construction issues as early as possible in the construction process. Your contractor should be more that willing to share his knowledge and expertise with you in order for you to fully understand the project in hand.
2. References – It is important that you ask your contractor for references. Contractors should be willing to list recent projects and references. You can ask your contractor to explain construction projects that have been recently completed, especially projects which resemble your type of construction. You may want to contact past clients for their feedback.
3. Design – Make sure that you and your contractor are on the same page when it comes to project design and project requirements. The more information the contractor has, the more accurate the estimate will be. Make sure that the contractor understands the design requirements and layout. It is useful to have detailed drawings in order for you and your contractor to fully understand the project.
4. Budget & Estimates – You can ask your contarctor for an initial budget in order to determine if you project is feasible. If the number is within budget then you can proceed to the design phase. If it’s not then you will have saved on design costs and you can rethink you options. Once the design is finalised your contractor will be in a position to provide you with an estimate.
5. Communicate – Depending on the project, it is likely that it will take several weeks or months to complete. During this time it is very important to communicate with your contractor to ensure that the construction process is moving according to plan. If you are unsure or unhappy about certain matters address them early with your contractor. It is easier to make changes early than to do so towards the end of the project. This will eliminate a lot of fustration if addressed early.
6. Do Your Own Research – You don’t have to leave everything up to the company you are hiring. Use your free time to look up projects similar to yours and see what other people have said about their experiences in getting them done. Many websites will even have online forums and comment sections where you can ask questions and have them answered.

It’s not always easy to decide which General Contractor is the best for you, but hopefully these six simple steps will help. Boston will have many companies that offer General contracting services. Is is important to choose one that meets your needs and that can deliver your project on time and on budget.

With a Bachelor’s in Quantity Surveying and a Master’s in Economics & Management, Patrick McDonagh has been involved in construction for well over a decade. The company he founded and now runs, Casla Property Services LCC, is a premier Boston area General Contractor. Casla that takes on both residential and commercial building including renovation and new construction projects and is known for its strong customer support ethic. “We are upfront with our clients from the beginning and 100% of our business is from referrals and repeat business”.

Rather than take on a second home in the capital, MP’s could take a serviced apartment and SilverDoor has taken on some new serviced apartments in London. West End Quay apartments are located in Paddington and are part of the Paddington Waterside development which is set around the Grand Union Canal. The location offers excellent access to the City and the West End from Edgware Road Underground stations while the Heathrow Express operates from nearby Paddington Station every 15 minutes. The modern and stylish studio, one and two bedroom apartments provide spacious living areas and quality furnishings and feature separate dining, living and sleeping areas. There is also a 24 hour concierge service and a courtyard seating area.

Birmingham, Manchester and Edinburgh have also been in the spotlight recently. Andrew Mitchell, Birmingham MP, claimed for furniture for his second home in Birmingham yet had the furniture delivered to his London home – something that could have been avoided if he had used a serviced apartment in Birmingham. The Arc Apartments are a new addition to SilverDoor’s serviced apartments in Birmingham. Located in the centre of the city, each open-plan one or two bedroom apartments is furnished to a high standard and features the use of a concierge service as well as complimentary broadband and on-site parking. “The Arc Apartments are in a perfect location for someone wanting to stay in Birmingham, whether it be for a short time or an extended stay” said Marnie Delaney-Parker, head of PR and marketing at SilverDoor.

In Manchester, SilverDoor has numerous serviced options and The Edge apartments are located in one of Manchester’s most significant residential developments situated on a key riverside location in the city. The apartments offer a stylish spacious lounge/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen with a range of integrated modern appliances. Guests will benefit from free internet use and a welcome pack on arrival as well as on-site parking. These serviced apartments in Manchester complement the rest of the SilverDoor portfolio.

Clive Betts, Labour MP for Sheffield claimed over £6000 for furnishings of his second home, again a cost that could have been avoided, had he used a serviced apartment.

Recently added to the Edinburgh portfolio is Grove Executive. Opened earlier this year, the development includes a choice of studios, one and two bedroom apartments and two bedroom penthouses. These modern serviced apartments in Edinburgh city centre are located within the West End district and are a short walk from Princes Street, Edinburgh Castle and the mainline train station. John Barrett, Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West claimed £1138 per month mortgage interest on a second home in a building in London where SilverDoor represent serviced apartments.

About SilverDoor
SilverDoor international serviced apartments was incorporated as a Limited Company in March 2000 under its original name of Hotdigs. At the beginning of January 2006 the company changed its name to SilverDoor. The company was formed and continues to be led by managing director Marcus Angell.

SilverDoor boasts an impressive client portfolio which includes many FTSE 100 companies such as Cadbury, MAN Group PLC, ICAP and Serco Group as well as relocation and hotel booking agents.

SilverDoor offers serviced apartments in over 160 locations globally such as London, Paris, New York, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. SilverDoor has also just added a selection of new Brussels serviced apartments and a selection of serviced apartments in Berlin to its portfolio.

SilverDoor is based in Chiswick, West London.

For further information, please contact:
Marnie Delaney-Parker
Head of PR and Marketing
SilverDoor
3 Dukes Gate
London
W4 5DX
Tel: 07903 900 785
www.silverdoor.co.uk

“Serviced apartments in Amsterdam are such a huge market for us at the moment”, said Marcus Angell, Founder and Managing Director of SilverDoor, “Last year saw more foreign companies establishing a presence in Amsterdam than in previous years and quite clearly we are benefitting from this”.

According to annual figures released last month by amsterdam inbusiness, a total of 105 companies came to Amsterdam in 2008 compared to an average of 90 within the last two years.

Amsterdam Airport Schipol has also been voted best international airport in a poll by Executive Travel. This is the second time that Schipol has won this award and it was recently awarded Best Airport in Europe 2008 by Business Traveller magazine.

Chris Gee, SilverDoor Sales Director, said “Berlin serviced apartments also represent an increasing business channel for SilverDoor”. Currently the company already represents five serviced apartments in the city and is aiming to increase this within the next six months.

Even in times of declining economic activity, Berlin remains able to hold its own ground as a competitive business location. The city offers an outstanding infrastructure and a large and highly qualified workforce as well as excellent colleges, universities and research institutions. Business, science and research are tightly interwoven in Berlin. Many smaller companies with a wealth of creative energy generate an innovative environment for the big players in the field. Around twenty of the world’s top fifty largest companies have offices in Berlin.

The Henriette serviced apartments are located within a stylish boutique aparthotel, giving guests the privacy, space and comfort of a serviced apartment along with the added luxuries of a hotel such as room service, reception and on site restaurants, bar and residents lounge.

The Krausenstrasse Apartment Hotel also options the benefits of a serviced apartment with the added extras of a hotel and has facilities such as a fitness studio, an indoor swimming pool and 24 hour reception as well as conference and meeting facilities.

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About SilverDoor
SilverDoor international serviced apartments was incorporated as a Limited Company in March 2000 under its original name of Hotdigs. At the beginning of January 2006 the company changed its name to SilverDoor. The company was formed and continues to be led by managing director Marcus Angell.

SilverDoor boasts an impressive client portfolio which includes many FTSE 100 such as RBS, HSBC, Cadburys Schweppes and MAN Group PLC.

As well as Berlin and Amsterdam serviced apartments, SilverDoor offers serviced apartments in over 160 locations globally such as London, Paris, New York, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. SilverDoor has also just added a selection of serviced apartments in Manchester along with a collection of serviced apartments in Edinburgh to their portfolio.

For further information, please contact:
Marnie Delaney-Parker
Head of PR and Marketing
SilverDoor
3 Dukes Gate
London
W4 5DX
07903 900 785
www.silverdoor.co.uk

“Serviced apartments in Dublin have always been a popular choice of accommodation but we have seen an increase within the last six months,” said Chris Gee, Sales Director at SilverDoor. “We have some fantastic serviced apartments to offer our clients, in and around the city centre.”

The new one and two bedroom apartments have been completely refurbished and modernised and consist of a fully equipped kitchen, luxury bathroom and a separate lounge with a dining area. All of the apartments are finished to a high standard with integrated appliances, granite work tops and marble tiling. As well as the amenities within the apartments, the serviced apartment block also offers complimentary internet access from their small business centre located in their reception as well as complimentary tea and coffee.

Rathmines Apartments are located in the popular Rathmines area on the south side of Dublin city centre. Traditionally, the south side of the city has always been perceived as a more middle to upper class area of Dublin. Rathmines Apartments offers a choice of one and two bedroom apartments. All apartments are furnished to a high standard with contemporary décor and offer a fully fitted kitchen with a range of appliances, wooden floors, built in wardrobes and plush bedrooms with king size beds.

The Morgan Apartments are situated within Temple Bar, one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan areas of Dublin which maintains plenty of character and charm. The property is a modern boutique style apart hotel with beautiful apartments providing ideal leisure and business travel accommodation. The stylish apartments are contemporary in design with clean, simple lines and specially commissioned pieces of artwork, glasswork and lighting. These one and two bedroom apartments offer a comfortable lounge with dining area, a fully equipped kitchen and a separate bathroom.

Complimentary car parking is available as well as reduced rates at a nearby gym. The property also offers a bar with an extensive cocktail list and has just been announced as overall winner in the ‘Best Cocktail Bar’ awards.

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About SilverDoor
SilverDoor international serviced apartments was incorporated as a Limited Company in March 2000 under its original name of Hotdigs. At the beginning of January 2006 the company changed its name to SilverDoor. The company was formed and continues to be led by managing director Marcus Angell.

SilverDoor boasts an impressive client portfolio which includes many FTSE 100 companies such as RBS, HSBC, Cadbury and MAN Group PLC.

SilverDoor offers serviced apartments in over 160 locations globally such as London, Paris, New York, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. SilverDoor has just added a selection of serviced apartments in Manchester and a selection of new London serviced apartments to its portfolio. In addition its portfolio has also increased with some new serviced apartments in Aberdeen.

SilverDoor is based in Chiswick, West London.

PR Contact:
Marnie Delaney-Parker
Head of PR and Marketing
SilverDoor
3 Dukes Gate
London
W4 5DX
07903 900 785
www.silverdoor.co.uk

Since purchasing the 115,000 sq ft Birmingham office property in April 2008, Bruntwood has successfully refurbished seven office floors and delivered a brand new reception area.

Bruntwood sales surveyor Rob Valentine commented, “We’re delighted with progress so far and our customers are pleased with the improvements we’ve made with the office space in Birmingham. The new reception is a complete transformation. It’s light, bright and spacious and by the end of May we will have installed the new bridge link that will connect McLaren’s entrance with Priory Queensway. This is an important milestone for us and makes access to the office building much more user friendly.”

Having delivered the new reception and a selection of refurbished floors, Bruntwood’s work at the office building in Birmingham city centre is now focused on improving its external appearance. The works, scheduled to be complete by October, will include the installation of brand new spandrel panels, window film and signage, as well as complete gable cleaning, which will give the office building the look of a new build property.

This work has contributed to the offices at McLaren being occupied by customers including Birmingham City Council, Scott Wilson and American Express. The remaining office space is available to let from 300 to 60,000 sq ft, which is large enough to accommodate companies wishing to house from 3 to over 600 staff.

Rob Valentine said, “With experience of very similar office schemes in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, we’re confident our work will mean McLaren will continue to prove very popular. Not only this, our competitive rents and flexible leases will mean that occupiers looking to relocate in Birmingham will have access to exceptionally high specification, yet cost-effective office space. Because a lease is with Bruntwood and not the building, it also gives customers the ability to up and downsize throughout our 90 building office portfolio, as and when their business needs change, without penalty.”

Bruntwood are now in talks with a variety of parties regarding the remaining office space at the building, with two companies showing significant interest in two of the 5,500 sq ft floors.

About Bruntwood
Bruntwood owns over 90 office buildings in Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham and Manchester offices. Bruntwood provides offices and serviced offices from one desk for one month, to entire office buildings for 25 years. Bruntwood also has retail and commercial property space within its buildings and meeting rooms to hire.

For more information, please contact:
Matt Leigh
Marketing Manager
Bruntwood
City Tower
Piccadilly Plaza
Manchester
M1 4BD
0161 238 7107
www.bruntwood.co.uk

The newly developed building has been carefully designed to offer a variety of high specification and cost effective Liverpool office space solutions from 950 to 23,750 sq ft, which would suit companies looking for office space right in the city centre for between 9 and 250 people.

The redeveloped Liverpool offices at 1 Dale Street combine contemporary finishes whilst maintaining the building’s original features, including sash windows, vaulted ceilings and iron columns. A new reception and entrance has now been added which opens out directly onto views of the Nelson monument in Exchange Flags, meaning office customers at the building are connected to one of Liverpool’s busiest commercial areas.

The central location means the offices are conveniently located only 15 minutes drive away from the M53 and 20 minutes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. The location also offers easy access to the rail networks, with Moorfields and Liverpool Central stations both nearby.

Mark Worthington from CBRE, a retained agent at the building said: “1 Dale Street is a prime example of how the heritage of Liverpool’s buildings can be preserved whilst still bringing them up to a high quality standard of office space. 1 Dale Street provides some of the most individual office space in the city centre and because of this, we’ve already had some strong interest in the offices at the building.”

1 Dale St is Bruntwood’s 11th building in Liverpool and takes its portfolio to 870,000 sq ft. Bruntwood sales surveyor, Colin Forshaw said: “Completing the offices at 1 Dale Street means that not only are we bringing a unique office product to Liverpool, but we can also provide our customers with more flexibility to move throughout our portfolio if their business needs change. Last year we helped over 50 customers cost efficiently up or downsize their office space in Liverpool, within the terms of their lease.”

About Bruntwood
Bruntwood commerical property company owns over 90 office buildings in Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham and Manchester offices Bruntwood provides offices and serviced offices from one desk for one month, to entire office buildings for 25 years. Bruntwood also has retail and commercial space within its buildings and meeting rooms to hire.

To find out more please contact:
Ruth McDowell
Bruntwood
City Tower
Piccadilly Plaza
Manchester
M1 4BD
0161 233 7867
www.bruntwood.co.uk

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