The number one reason we are called to our client’s home for a bathroom remodel project is for water damage because the grout in the shower was not maintained properly. Grout manufacturers recommend that you reseal your grout lines every 9 months, however that is rarely done by your average homeowner. Many are people are too busy or the thought of actually resealing the grout does not come to mind often. Some are just too lazy, but resealing your shower does not take more than 30 minutes to an hour and can save you a lot of headache and money by help preventing water damage.

If you are looking at remodeling your shower or tub surround in your bathroom, when it comes to grouting your new tile you might think about utilizing epoxy grout. Because of its stain resistance, hardness, and durability make epoxy grout the best choice for applications such as showers, kitchen counters, backsplashes, floors, and other heavy-traffic areas versus your regular Powdered Portland cement grouts.

Here is a link to a good article on tips and tools of regrouting your tile:

http://realestate.msn.com/tips-and-tools-to-regrout-your-bathroom

Brian Heltzel

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Many people stress out about renovating their home. Whether their project includes installing new hardwood flooring or a larger project like an addition.

There are many factors that a homeowner should take into consideration when choosing the contractor for the project. It is essential that you feel comfortable with that person or company that will be conducting the project in your home. There are many other items to consider, are they insured, do they have a warranty on the installations, are they lead certified, and many other important aspects.

However, where most projects do often turn into a nightmare is when the homeowners product and contractor selections are based on price alone. Obviously price is often an important factor with homeowners, but it should not be the sole factor in their decision, that is where your project can turn into a nightmare.

For more on this process, view this article and video from USA Today:

http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/housing/story/2012-06-08/renewal-it-starts-at-home-contractor-tips-real-estate/54813996/1?loc=interstitialskip

Brian Heltzel

The Floor Barn

Burleson, TX

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