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Hamilton Building Services not only provides materials for new home construction projects, but we also have an in-house kitchen and bath designer. If you're looking for a renovation this spring, our designer can provide you with gorgeous photo-realistic renderings of your space. Selecting hard ward, lighting, plumbing, counter tops, and flooring is so easy when you have a complete, interactive 360 degree view of the space, which can be provided. Never has the design process for a kitchen or bath remodel been this easy. Gone are the days of hand drawing what you want yourself, and heading out to a big box store and hoping they have the exact thing you're looking for. Get exactly what you want by working with Hamilton Building Services and making the remodel process easier than ever.

      So you think you have water damage? The very first thing to do is to determine the source of the water damage and see if water is still coming through. You can't begin to fix water damage if the water is still coming in. Once you've sorted where the water damage originated from, you can then sort the issue of water damage. There are three different types of water than can leak into your home; Clean, Grey, and Black. Clean water being a leak from a water line or a leaky roof, grey water being relatively clean water from drains of sinks, showers, washing machines, dishwashers etc., and black water, being the worst of the three, is waste water from the drain of a toilet.        If you are dealing with grey or black water leaks, there are potential health risks, including exposure to pathogens. It's best to leave the clean up to the professionals for the black water leaks, but the grey water leaks can be dealt with at the discretion of the homeown...

      Tankless water heaters are on the rise. With newer options for tankless water heaters that are more energy efficient, it almost seems like a no-brainer to swap over. You can reduce energy use by up to 34% than a traditional water heater. Instead of storing 50 to 60 gallons of hot water, being constantly heated, you'll have a low profile unit that heats water only when it's needed, saving a bunch of money over time.       Tankless water heaters also have an extended life span. Where a storage water heater can last around 10 years, a tankless water heater can last upwards of 20 years. With endless hot water, you should never run out.        Tankless water heaters should work for everyone. More energy efficient and longer lifespan, I can't see why anyone wouldn't want one for their home!

     Panelization is the process of building wall and floor panels and roof trusses off site, in a environmentally controlled factory, where skilled craftsman, with more than enough experience, are accurately assembling panel quickly and efficiently.       The time period to frame a panelized home, is significantly shorter than that of traditional, stick-framed houses. This means that your brand new home is weather tight sooner, lengthening the life of your home, and ultimately shortening the entire building process.      With panel construction is happening on in a factory, rather than on site, this means less material waste on site. This is another cost savings benefit that also results in a cleaner job site.      Even though the panels and trusses are built in a factory, doesn't mean that you're sacrificing the customization of your new home. We design all of our panels and trusses in house, to match the floo...

Need to bring your home into the new decade? As technology launches forward, the use of smart home products does, too. Here's seven things to bring your home from 1920, to 2020.       The year is 1985. You're watching Johnny Carson when the channel switches to a commercial. "Clap on! *clap clap* Clap off! *clap clap* Clap on, clap off! The Clapper! Let's you turn things on or off from anywhere in the room!", the commercial says. Suddenly you're hooked. Of course you want to turn of the lamp across the room without having to get up, who wouldn't? That was thirty-five year ago and technology has come a long way. But what are the odds you have a clapper in your house now? Probably slim to none.      In 35 years, we've gone from a convenient way to turn off and turn on plugged-in electronics, to using a switch. So why not bring your home to the future, with current smart home products? If you have a cell phone, you're already half way there....

Credit: MURO North America Are you a contractor or avid DIYer? Then you may need a Muro Auto Feed Driver system.       Starting in 1953, MURO has been all about the tool game. In June 1986, they developed the Auto Feed Driver system. Thirty-four years later, and they've got that system perfected. East to use tool systems are great for those who want the job done quick.      With tool accessories for any job, it's easier than ever to get that project. Or make your clients happy with your speed of job completion. Drywall, sub floor, decks, flooring, and even roofing, has just become easier. With your screws in strips, you can easily fasten sub floor down in no-time.  Adjustable depth control for repeatable countersinking. Rubber nose piece prevents damage to work surface. Lightweight. No more dropped or lost screws. Ergonomically friendly - work standing up. No predrilling. Housing can be easily rotated for access into tight spaces. ...

Let's Talk About Drafting Drafting is one of the most important part of the home building process. Having a way to view your home, far before it's built, is a valuable tool. You can change anything about your home, and have it reflected in the plan, so everyone included in the build process has access to the same information.

A bathroom renovation can be a stressful time in your life. How long is it going to take? How much will it cost? Will everything meet code? Depending on your contractor and the scale of the renovations, the timeline can be a week, to up to a month. Costs are also going to range with the scale and quality of materials. But if you're doing it yourself, you're probably not a bathroom code-master. So let's break down the code to something more understandable*.      Let's break down the code. We're using the 2015 International Residential Code book. Per R307.1; " Space Required. Fixtures shall be spaced in accordance with Figure R307.1, and in accordance with the requirements of Section P2705.1".  Let's see what that means. Figure R307.1  shows spacing for bathroom fixtures. Such as the center of the toilet has to be 15" from any adjacent object; walls, tubs, vanities, etc. It also shows that the space in front of the toilet, and any vanity, must ...

Preparing Your Home For Winter Image by: Hamilton Building Services  © 2019 As winter looms over the horizon, throwing the occasional snow in our direction, it's important to make sure you and your home are prepared for it. Today we'll talk about how to winterize your home to ensure a comfortable season.       Winter in the past years has been no joke. With more and more snow pouring down over us, and sub-zero temperatures, it's important that your home is prepared for it. Let's start with the most important parts of winterization.       Double checking the attic space for leaks that need to be addressed before too much snow piles atop, and causes issues in the spring. Having several feet of snow on top of your roof when it begins to melt can be a big issue if you have leaks in the roof. Taking care of those leaks prior to the snowfall will ensure that there are no headaches in the fall and that there are no costly repairs so early in the yea...

(Photo courtesy of Hamilton Building Services   2016)       There are a surprising amount of foundation types. Some of the most common at this time are poured foundations, which use metal molds for the foundation. But this isn't the only option you have. Today, we will be talking about the 4 types of foundation and the pros and cons between them. Poured Foundations      A poured foundation is exactly what it sounds like, using wet concrete to fill the molds that make up the foundation. This can be used for crawl space, or full height basements. Poured foundations are stronger than block foundation, because there is more lateral strength, which means they can resist more outside pressure. There are no joints in a poured foundation, meaning it will be significantly easier to waterproof than a block foundation. Poured foundations, however, are not insulated by default without the need for additional framing on the inside of the wall, w...

      Photo by: Hamilton Building Services        In today's society, crime is far from unheard of with burglary on the rise. It is not just the local supermarket or favorite retail store, but it's homes as well. This is why it is more important than ever to make sure that not only ourselves, but our homes are protected. So, how do we do this? Do we hire a security team? Do we never leave our homes and try to protect it ourselves? Do we just lock everything? Not exactly. Though those could be helpful, they're not entirely practical or cost efficient.        For starters, yes, always make sure your doors and windows are locked. That's the first step into helping keep our homes safe and secure. The Washington Post, posted an article with several ways we can keep our homes safer and as usual, we are going to dive into those, give our input, and our suggestions as well. Let's begin!        A tip they suggest is...

     Photo by TDKvisuals / Shutterstock.com    These days, it isn't unheard of for people to have vacation homes, however, nowadays, people are purchasing weekend homes. At first, this may sound a tad ridiculous, but when you think about it, it's like a little getaway every weekend from your "normal" life and change can be a very good thing for your physical and mental health! Believe it or not, a lot of people in New York are beginning to do this! According to The New York Times , a lot of wealthy New Yorkers are looking to the suburbs for their weekend home!      One reason that people are choosing to do this is because they are not ready to leave the city, but enjoy a little escape that makes them feel more in the country and more at peace without all the noise of constant traffic and people and sirens. Most people who choose to do this, choose places that are commutable. Now, commutable can mean something different to everybody. Some ...

Photo from: article linked Jeremy Andberg of artofmanliness.com wrote this article to give us some tips on how to stay cool without putting our AC's on blast and with the weather this last weekend, we think they are great to follow! Let's dive into them as well as give our own input, shall we? Jeremy says that our windows and blinds are important to work with when it comes to keeping cool. He suggests keeping the windows open at night and the blinds closed during the day! He says a majority of the heat that comes inside our homes are coming through our windows due to the "greenhouse effect" which he says is where sunlight and heat can enter, but cannot leave. He suggests keeping fans on in as many rooms as possible to allow good airflow. One thing I've found that helps is having blackout curtains. I purchased mine at Wal-Mart for cheap and have noticed a significant difference in how my room feels! The next one Jeremy talks about is kind of a given one, wh...

Photo by: Jo Auger        These days, it's as if almost no one is happy with their home, especially when it comes to those areas where literally all of the homes look the same. This can become an issue when having guests over or even if you aren't fully paying attention and try to go to the wrong home. Now, Jasmine Roth, actually likes these homes as she finds them challenging but exciting to turn around. Let's dive into what Jasmine suggests doing to change these homes in her article at HGTV as well as some of our own suggestions!        The first thing that Jasmine suggests is to upgrade your fireplace. She says that while you might not be upset with it, if you're living in an area where all houses look the same, chances are the fireplace is the same in all homes so why not make it unique to stand out? She says that you can utilize drywall and wallpaper to truly transform it! One thing that I would suggest is deciding what you want the foc...

Photo by:  Flynnside Out Productions It's officially  less than a week until the Fourth of July! You know what that means! Parties, food, fireworks, games, and more! In case you are feeling stuck this holiday, I went ahead and found this article through HGTV to help give you some ideas on how to throw the perfect holiday party! Let's start making those memories, shall we?!  The first thing you are going to want to take into consideration is food. After all, it's not a party unless there is food! Things like burgers and hot dogs will need to be made during the party for freshness, but that doesn't mean that you can't have all the sides prepared! Some of my family's go to sides are  deviled eggs, chips and dip, fruit platters, vegetable platters, cookies and brownies. Why not add some food die to the deviled eggs to make them red, white, and blue? Add some frosting or sprinkles to the cookies and make them red, white, and blue as well! You'll also need ...

     Credit: Getty Royalty Free Do you find yourself unhappy with how your home looks? Do you often feel bored and like you want a change that is both challenging and rewarding? Why not put your skills and knowledge to the test by working on some DIY projects this weekend! DIY projects are often a cheaper alternative rather than having a professional come in and charge you for the labor and the materials. Plus, you can work DIY projects easily into your schedule, meaning no worries on having someone else at your house when it's inconvenient! According to Forbes , there are some home improvement trends you should be looking out for in 2019! Check out there article to learn more! Let's take a minute to discuss some of these home improvement trends and give a little insight ourselves! I especially want to talk about DIY projects. The first point Forbes makes for home improvement is that most DIY-ers tend to be millennials as they tend to be working and utilizi...

                Photo by: LIFE                 It's a trend we have heard about for several years now, and with Father's Day this weekend, why not consider investing in one or making one for Dad?! If he has been the best father you could ask for, show him a little love! More than likely, if we are looking at today's typical home process, he probably didn't have much a say in choosing the decor and layout of the furniture! I'm all for having a Woman-Cave, as I'm all for having a Man-Cave! That way your shared space is still your shared space, BUT you each have a room all to yourselves! Now, let's talk about some ideas that LIFE  talks about with contribution from HomeAdvisor and Andrea Davis.           When it comes to deciding what to put in there and designing the layout of the room, you should ponder about what your dad likes and dislikes. Maybe he wants a room where he...

Last week we talked about some cleaning tips and tricks to utilize in your home and we hope they are working for you! If you missed last week's article, give it a read here ! This week, we are going to discuss how to create more storage for the stuff that you do still have and need in your home that you do not want to part with. With the help of The Spruce and their article how to do so, we feel confident that we can get your home all clean and in order in no time! When it comes storage, The Spruce says you want to accomplish the following: Create more space To streamline your organization by putting similar items together Easier to find things It's recommended by professionals to use clear plastic containers. They say this because you can see inside the container so it is easier to find what you're looking for and saves you time. However, I find that from a style point of view, plastic containers look exceptionally well in a pantry setting or a cupboard sett...

      Photo by: Hamilton Building Services About four years ago, Asian Efficiency posted an incredibly motivating and helpful article  written by Kayla Matthews on how to keep your home clean when you are a busy person. This day in age, everyone is always on the go and tend to be exhausted when they are finally home. Or, even after a busy day, they want to go out with their significant other or go out with friends but feel like they shouldn't abandon their duties at home. (Keeping it clean and healthy.) SO, as a solution to all of the above, why not utilize these tips and tricks to keep your home clean and help you feel less stressed?! Here are the twenty tips that Kayla Matthews writes: If it doesn't look dirty, don't clean it. Divide cleaning up across every weeknight. Rinse and put dishes away after each meal. Keep cleaning supplies near the areas where you use them. Throw away old food on garbage night. Fix broken appliances right away. Keep microf...

Matt Risinger, of Risinger Homes in Austin, Texas and his partner, Jordan Smith, recently showcased us in their youtube video at the JLC Live Show in Providence, Rhode Island this past April to their 370,000 subscribers which you can find here . In the video, Jordan begins explaining how like in their Mitek Truss Plant tour, we do the same thing and more! He talks about how Hamilton Building Services provides the complete framing package with sheathing in a panelized system directly to the site. He then goes on to say that we begin with the design. Now, you can either send us a design or start with one of our standard designs and we will send you the full set of prints for the project. Like Jordan says in the video, we do use the Mitek Sapphire Software to come up with all of our framing prints and then we make these panels. Every panel for the walls are pre-made and shipped to the site. In the home's foundation floorprint, every bundle for the walls is labeled where t...