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Staining your deck: What you need to know

A deck not only adds value to your home, it's a place where friends and family make summer memories with cook outs, 4th of July partys and any other summer time celebrations you might have. Before you invite your guests over for a backyard get-together, revamp your deck by staining it. Staining your deck will give it a fresh, new look by highlighting the wood's natural beauty. Also, staining your deck annually can help keep the wood in good condition, and it can provide a shield between the wood and the elements outside, like rain and sunlight. Check out some pointers on how to efficiently stain your deck for this summer season! Image via www.HGTV.com Synthetic decking can be stained, however the composition of synthetics varies, so you should be sure to always read the manufacturer's recommendation. Thoroughly clean and dry your deck first and make sure there isn't old chipped paint. Depending on your deck's condition, you may even consider pressu

Prep Your Kitchen For Resale

If you're looking to sell your house anytime soon, you should take into account the return on investment that an updated kitchen can give back to you. The kitchen of a home is by far the best place for you to put money into, and other than obvious problematic issues (like basic functionalities working properly), it's one of the first things home buyers will notice. Flooring - Hardwood floors are the way to go if you're ripping up that old linoleum. They go with everything, and are an attractive selling point. If hardwood is out of your price range there are tons of new types of flooring out there that mimic the look of hardwood with a more appealing price tag. Cabinetry - Brand new cabinets are going to run you thousands of dollar without a blink of an eye. Beautiful cabinetry is a huge selling point, and proves to be a great return on investment, but if this just is not an option for you, make the effort to spruce up yourexisting cabinets with a fresh coat of pain

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#SupplierSaturday: JSI Cabinetry

Here at Hamilton, we're proud to offer our customers an array of options when it comes to choosing kitchen cabinetry. Whether you're looking for a more modest, bidget-friendly kitchen that's as beautiful as it is functional, or you're looking for that real wow kitchen with all the fancy upgrades you've been dreaming of, we can accomodate even the most particular customer's request.  One of our featured lines is the JSI Cabinetry line. JSI provides affordable cabinetry with the latest styles and trends. They carry tons of different door styles, finish options and truly have an eye for design. If you're looking to stay in budget but still have a phenominal kitchen, JSI cabinetry just may be for you! Call our office today and get you're kitchen started! 607-299-4838 Image via www.jsicabinetry.com

Memorial Day #Pinterestpartyhacks

Memorial Day is so close we can taste it! We found some awesome #partyhacks that you can use for your Memorial Day get together that are sure to make your busy day as a host more relaxing. . . Check out the #pinterestpartyhacks we thought were pretty neat! Corn in a Cooler Corn on the cob is a great starchy side that goes with just about anything. This year, try this #partyhack . . . After you've pealed and cleaned your corn, gently place it in an empy cooler and pour hot, boiling water over top. Close the lid and give it some time, then drain out the water by pulling the little plug, and you're ready to chow down! Image via www.buzzfeed.com Light Up Beverage Bowl Buy a couple glow sticks and place them in the bottom of your beverage bowl filled with ice. Once the sun goes down, no one will have any trouble finding their next drink with this #partyhack Image via www.dhgate.com Cupcake Liner Decorative Drinks One downside to serving delici

Three Step Thursday: Building Your Dream Home

Investing in a new custom built home can be both nerve-racking and exhilarating. In the pursuit to build your dream home we’ve highlighted the top 3 steps of the process. Find Your Land : It’s important that you find that perfect parcel. You will be spending a majority of your time in your new home so it should attract to you and your lifestyle. Whether it is the location, nearby attractions such as parks, hiking trails, or restaurants, or simply the landscape views it offers, you want it to be a place you can relax and enjoy. Choose Your Home Plan:   While you explore many floor plans be sure to uncover the floor plan that will best accommodate you, your family, and every day needs. If you have children and pets maybe you will consider having a mudroom. If you or your loved one works from home often, an office space could be valuable. If you are someone who likes to entertain year round an open floor plan will be essential. Every home has its own personality, make sure your n

Memorial Day Recipes Everyone Will Love!

Get festive this Memorial Day weekend by making your menu say RED, WHITE & BLUE! Check out some awesome #Pinteresthacks for your backyard BBQ. Watermelon, Blueberry & Feta salad A light fruit salad is always a hit come Memorial Day with the warm weather approaching. The best part about this recipe is everything you'll need is in season and quick to throw together! Click here to view the recipe. Image via www.pinterest.com Star Tacos Star tacos are a great food to serve when you're entertaining because they're easy, quick to make, kids will love them and they're cost-effective. Make the star shaped taco bowls by using muffin tins and simply shaping your tortilla into a star using your fingers. Click here to get the recipe. Image via www.sprinklesomefun.com Red, White & Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches For dessert, why not have the kids help out? Pick up a pack of your favorite brand ice cream sandwiches (classic USA dessert)

Flashback Tuesday: Antiques

Antiques can be a creative addition to your home, and there several different themes antiques can go with when it comes to choosing your home decor. Use these helpful hints to learn how to incorporate antiques into your home's interior design. Image via www.createinspireme.blogspot.com Blend styles It takes some practice, but antiques tend to look best when they are in company of other antiques. Find pieces that compliment each other's style. The pieces may be very different, and that contrast may be what makes it work so great! Use contrasts Contrasting antiques is a strong home decor technique. Mixing and matching darks with lights, print with solid, and sharp with smooth will make your antiquing a success. Vintage inspired home decor Along with your antiques should come other home decor that is vintage inspired. Vintage inspired means that the decor is not actually vintage, but instead appears to follow trends from years passed. For ins

Full Design to Build Services

One of the great benefits to working with Hamilton's team is the fact that we take you from the design stage all the way to the actual home build. This method works because we are involved throughout the entire process to assure customer satisfaction. Below you can see a custom two story Hamilton home built in Brockport, NY. Design:   As a panelized material package supplier, we offer over 50 standard plans giving interested homeowners a starting place for their custom home. Our CAD department is state of the art software and we ask no additional charge to draw up your custom plans.  Build: Our Dealer Network is compiled of industry experts that dedicate their time to listen to your wants and needs to deliver you a seamless building process. We are committed to providing our network of Independent Dealers with the service, tools, and products they need to offer you an exceptional building experience. Visit our website and contact us to request our home plan cata

Rendering to Reality

Today's featured Rendering to Reality is of a kitchen design drawn in house, here at Hamilton. It's a pretty neat process to see a vision become a reality, and we are proud to say that we help people through this process each and every day. Schedule an appointment to discuss remodeling your kitchen or bath, today! Just call (607) 299-4838.

#SupplierSaturday: AdvanTech Quiet Flooring

If you're thinking about ripping up those old floors for an upgrade, look no further than AdvanTech flooring. AdvanTech will assure you a quality product that blocks out moisture and will give you that quiet, sturdy floor you're in search of. Plus, it's an easy install every time! High-density wood Moisture resistant No squeaking or creaking Tongue and groove profile for easy install Image via www.huberwood.com
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How To: Remove Allergens

Allergies can be a terrible battle to fight, and it's always the worst when you have to continuously fight them right in your own home. If you have seasonal or year-round allergies, consider taking heed of some of these hacks that will wipe those suckers out!  Image via www.pcdblog.com #1 Change Air Filters If you want your air filters to do their job, you must also do yours. Swap out your old filters on your heating and cooling systems with new, clean air filters. This step alone can make a big impact if you don't do this often enough. #2 Deal With Drapes If you're a fan of long, flowy drapes, great. But, keep in mind that they tend to pack on dust and pollen, so either wash them regularly or switch to blinds that can be sprayed and wiped down. #3 Kill Dust Mites Dust mites are disgusting and unfortunately, no matter how clean you are, they absolutely exist. Everyone has them; however, if you make it a habit to kill them off and rid them regularly,

See your vision come to life with 20|20 design software!

See your vision come to life with 20|20 design software! Our Kitchen & Bath Design Specialist will sit down with you figure out just what you're looking for ( with your budget in mind, of couse ), and then design your custom layout in advanced design software so there's no second guessing . Stop by our show room today to touch and feel different cabinet door styles, colors, hardware, counter tops and more! To schedule an appointment, call our Cortland office today (607) 299-4838

Tuesday's Testimonial

“My husband and I enjoyed working with everyone at Hamilton Building Services. We gave them the floor plan for the home we wanted and they made improvements that worked for us. Some of the sub-contractors they used were also great to work with. Hamilton Building made our home-building experience memorable and we are very pleased with the result. We recommend their company to anyone interested in building. If we were ever to build again we would use their services. Thank you Hamilton Building Services!” -The Greczyn’s, NY

Top 10 Reasons for Choosing Hamilton

Top 10 Reasons For Choosing Hamilton Building Services ​ 1.  Superior Customer Service  – Here at Hamilton, you are not just a number. We pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service and rapid follow up with all customers. ​ 2.  Custom Home Plans  – Modify our plans or bring us your own. Either way, our in-house design team makes it easy to build the right home to fit your lifestyle. ​ 3.  Panelized Construction  – Building panelized offers customization, cost savings, quality materials and a shorter build time frame. ​ 4.  In-house Kitchen & Bath Design Services   – Advanced 2020 software allows our in-house designer  to create 3D renderings of your custom kitchen and baths so that you can better visualize your design. ​ 5.  Quality Materials  – We provide the name brand products that you trust. Check out our “Products” page to see some of our standard products. ​ 6.  Energy Star Approved  – Our products are Energy Star certified and environmentally

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2018 Product Guide: Windows and Doors

Get the latest on the 2018's top doors and windows that combine functionality, security, and design! Read   More t o see which BUILDER selected products meet consumer demand for windows and doors.

Top 10 Reasons to Build Panelized

Top 10 Reasons to Build Panelized ​ 1.  Flexible home design  allows you to customize each and every part of your home, so you get just what you are looking for. ​ ​ ​2.  Year-round construction   gives you the ability to start construction at your convenience regardless of weather complications that may pertain to your location. ​ 3.  Less job site waste  means less wasted funds and more funds for your dream home. ​ 4.   Walls & trusses are prebuilt in a climate controlled environment,   so you can be sure your materials will never be warped or ruined by weather exposure. ​ 5.   Assured accuracy, speed and quality materials   will give you ease of mind throughout your building process. ​ 6.  Shorter build time   will put you in your home faster and significantly cut your labor costs. ​ 7.  Each delivery is scheduled accordingly  so that your materials arrive on site when you are ready to move to the next step. ​ 8.   Framed & weather tight in d