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That's right, folks! Now-a-days smart appliances are doing things we never thought they would, making our lives a little easier by the push of a button (and sometimes not even that). Pictured below, you'll see GE's new smart dishwasher. This appliance hooks up to your WiFi so you can link it to your smartphone or other smart device, such as an Amazon Echo. From there, you can set your dishwasher to pre-order things like detergent, straight from Amazon, so you never run out. As you go through detergent pods, the appliance keeps track of how many you have left, estimates the time of delivery and before you know you're out they're on your doorstep in an Amazon package. Click here to learn more. Image via www.products.geappliances.com

With a new year comes new home improvement goals. For some, this might mean smaller projects like repainting a room, while others may be looking towards BIG goals like building a new home. Either way, there tends to be hold ups and interferences that crush our goals along the way. Follow these helpful tips to stick to your 2018 home improvement goals. 1. Be realistic - A big part of this is planning projects out. Be realistic with your timeline, how much you're willing to spend and the amount of time it will take to complete. If you set realistic goals you're less likely to get stressed out or fall behind schedule.  2. Follow your budget - After you've planned out your projects, take time to look into how much you can spend, and then after you've got a concrete number, look into how much the project will actually cost. Most places are more than happy to provide you with a quote.  3. Start your research now - Although inflation is likely to become

Today's featured kitchen is from our Kemper echo cabinetry line. Within this line is the Maple  door series and the Wolcott  door that you can see pictured below. The Wolcott door has a flat center panel, a slab drawer front and full overlay. In the photo below, you can see that the Maple door has the Limestone color applied. Contact our Cortland office today to get started on your new kitchen by calling  (855) 871-2232 ! Wolcott - Maple : Limestone

Hamilton Building Services opened its doors in January 2012 and hasn’t looked back, since! We specialize in panelized construction, and offer a wide range of home designs for every need and taste, in addition to custom designs. Locally owned and operated, Independent Hamilton Dealers work with the customer all the way through the project, from the very first meeting to the completion of the home. With Independent Dealerships across the Northeast, Hamilton knew that locating their business in Cortland would allow them to centrally serve the Dealerships. The growing staff at Hamilton provides services for their Dealers such as drafting, product design, kitchen and bath design, marketing and social media support, and the sales training needed to succeed in today’s market. Our Independent Dealers are never far from “home”, as we host continuing education workshops and go-to meetings. Our CAD department employs state of the art software and draws custom plans at no additional c

If you are looking for ideas for your new home build, interior designing ideas or even if you just want to check out panelized construction photos, we are here to help! Click here  to view our gallery. 

Schedule your consult with Hamilton's Kitchen & Bath Design Specialist, today!  Hamilton's designer coordinates projects with vast knowledge of counter top materials, back splash tiles, home appliances, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and lighting options. Additionally, services include writing estimates for products and/or installation pricing.  Call our toll free number at (855) 871-2232 .

There are a few different options you'll run into when you're deciding what color to paint the trim in your home. Some prefer neutral tones of tan and beige, while others may choose an accent pop color that stands out. What we've learned throughout the years is that a clean, crisp white trim is generally your best bet - for a lot of reasons. Skim through our thought process, below.  Image via www.houzz.com 1. Makes the room appear more spacious 2. Stresses the positive areas of the room 3. Calms the environment 4. Gives a clean look 5. Diverts attention from overbearing paint 6. Increases natural light 7. Goes with any paint color

Come on down to this year's annual home show at the Hartford, CT XL Center. Hamilton will be exhibiting at booth #604, and we can't wait to chat with you about your new home! Image via www.xlcenter.com

You are invited to visit our booth #604 at this year's annual Home Show at the XL Center , located in Hartford, CT. There will be tons of exhibitors and lots to see! See ya there! Image via  http://www.xlcenter.com

December through February usually tend to get a bit nippy, especially if you're in the northeastern part of the country. If you find yourself pinching pennies because of your heating bill, try out this helpful hint. Check how you're doing - most providers will supply their customers with some kind of comparison chart in their monthly bill. Often, if you pay your heating bill via online there is an option to view your heat use compared to the national average and compared to your surrounding neighbors. This should give you a decent gauge of where you stand with your energy consumption. Many providers even break it down for you what times of day you use more energy, or how it's being used. For instance, maybe your report tells you that you spend a lot of your bill on heating hot water. If this is the case, find ways to reduce this cost such as setting a timer on your shower time or doing a little less laundry and a little more bundling up. Image via www.concret

When you're choosing new flooring for your home, consider several factors so that you can make an educated, firm decision. Laminate flooring is becoming more and more popular as the varieties to choose from have boomed in the last few years.  Tarkett flooring will provide you with the ultimate flooring experience. Featured below, you can see pictured laminate flooring for high-traffic areas of your home . Depending on your particular circumstances and family dynamic, this might be the right flooring for you. For instance, if you have children and/or pets that are hard on flooring, this could be a fit for your home. Tarkett high-traffic area flooring offers top quality resistance, and there is a wide array of styles to choose from. Click here to view Tarkett's official website. Image via www.home.tarkett.com

Today's featured kitchen is from our Kemper echo cabinetry line. Within this line is the PureStyle door series and the Crosby door that you can see pictured below. The Crosby door has a flat center panel, a slab drawer front and full overlay. In the photo below, you can see that the Crosby door has the Alabaster color. This door comes in Alabaster, Bluff, Brie, Limestone and Scone colors.  Contact our Cortland office today to get started on your new kitchen by calling  (855) 871-2232 !

If you really think about it, there's a lot of wasted space under your stairs. Being bulky and kind of awkward, stairs can take a big chunk out of the square footage of your home. To alleviate this issue and add more to your home's value and functionality, consider some creative ways to utilize the wasted space under your staircase.  Reading & Relaxing Nook Image via ww.houzz.com   Storage & Shelving Image via www.houzz.com Kids Play Room & Closet  Image via www.houzz.com Home Office  Image via www.houzz.com Pet Cubby Image via www.houzz.com Powder Room Image via www.houzz.com

Make this year's Valentine's Day your best yet by surprising your love with a bathroom remodel . There's nothing like coming home after a long, hard day at work and relaxing in a hot bath in a beautiful bathroom. There's also nothing more romantic than a hot bath, rose pedals and flickering candle lights. In just four short weeks Valentine's Day will be here. Call our office today to get a jump on your new bathroom by calling (855) 871-2232 . Image via www.homecaprice.com

If you've ever noticed the exquisite architecture that older, antique furniture has, you know how beautiful it truly can be. Unfortunately, a lot of antique pieces have a great silhouette, but really lack in color concepts and print. For instance, it's pretty common to see Victorian furniture have tons of detail and craftsmanship, and then the fabric ends up being ugly and just too much. Heavy floral patterns are typical.  Luckily, we've found a way to incorporate the architecture and wash out the heavy, over-bearing prints associated with such furniture. You'll need White latex paint (satin, eggshell) Textile or fabric bottles of paint Bristle paint brush  Small tipped paint brush for details Mixing container and stirrer  Spray bottle of water 100 grit sandpaper Your piece of furniture Image via www.inmyownstyle.com Directions  Mix the two paints together in your container Spray to lightly dampen fabric before working Apply s

On page six of Builder magazine's December issue, an article is featured that highlights the up-and-coming movement of "cleanly" built homes. Why is this phenomenon occurring, and what does it even really mean? It means that moms around the country are becoming more aware of the lurking health risks that are lying in many Americans' homes - health risks like radon, mold and poor air quality that leads to asthma or allergies. TV stations like HGTV and This Old House are educating people like never before on how you can build your home to avoid developing health issues, and the housing market is following suit. So, what types of precautionary adjustments are builders taking note of? Check out the list below.  Image via www.aceco.ca Improving air flow through a home Reducing toxins in the air  Whole-house water treatments Moisture control Flashing and airsealing  Carbon monoxide and radon detectors 

Are you an avid wine drinker with nowhere to store your beloved bottles?  Check out some neat wine storage hacks we found helpful from Pinterest. Image via www.stylecaster.com Image via www.awesomepins.com Image via www.decoholicgirl.com Image via www.blessthisstuff.com

There are tons of new kitchen appliances and features being released these days. For example, you can camouflage nearly any appliance you want, as seen below with the "hidden" dishwasher. Equally exciting are all of the new features to make cooking more convenient. Pictured below, you can see a built-in garbage shoot, so when you're cutting up your veggies, you can scrape the scraps right into the hole for easy clean up. Basically, if you can think it up, they have it! Hidden Dishwasher Image via www.houzz.com Built-in Garbage Shoot Image via www.pinterest.com Double Drawers Image via www.bhg.com Built-in Veggie Basket Image via www.thekitchn.com Built-in Island Refrigerator Image via www.moderndecoration.org Sources www.moderndecoration.org www.pinterest.com www.thekitchn.com

Today's featured kitchen is from our Kemper echo cabinetry line. Within this line is the PureStyle door series and the Marimac door that you can see pictured below. The Marimac door has a flat center panel, a slab drawer front and full overlay. This door comes in Alabaster, Bluff, Brie, Limestone and Scone colors. Contact our Cortland office today to get started on your new kitchen by calling (855) 871-2232 !

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We're going Behind the Build with a custom commercial project! We warmly embraced the opportunity to build this custom dental office in Cortland, NY and are excited to share a few of our favorite images from the project! Want to see more project photos? Visit our Facebook page or website  to get inspired!

If you're in the midst of remodeling your kitchen, or even if you're just updating some kitchen appliances, consider what type of stove is for you - gas or electric. There are many theories on which type of stove top is better, which is easier to clean, which is better for cooking, and so on. In reality, gas and electric stoves are great either way as they both have their individual attributes.  Take this simple A, B, C survey to find out what type of stove will fulfill your needs and desires. As you progress through the survey, mark down the letters you choose, and at the end, tally your results to find out what stove top you need! Is cooking a pleasant past time for you? A. No way! B. Absolutely! Is dinner time a quick event or drawn out and enjoyed? A. The faster I can make dinner, the better B. I could cook all day long What are your feelings on kitchen clean up time? A. It's definitely not my favorite time Image via www.lowes.com B.

With temperatures dropping way below 0 ° F, freezing pipes can become a worrisome  issue that some may face depending on insulation, water flow and overall construction of a home. Watch the video posted below to learn about how you can avoid your pipes from freezing and bursting this winter. Image via www.amerifirst.com

The new year is finally here! Get a jump on January's maintenance list so you can relax on those bitter cold nights. This month's maintenance hones in on some safety precautions that are always good to keep in mind when the temperature drops, such as changing furnace filters and knocking down dangerous icicles. Image via www.amerifirst.com