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Project Spotlight- Freedom Park Addition
This first floor addition in Freedom Park presented many unique challenges. This included adding onto a house built in the 60’s, replacing a “below-grade” screen porch built in the 90’s, and tying each space together for one continuous flow with seamless transitions. This project now features built-in cabinetry, a vaulted beadboard ceiling, full wet bar, …
Read MoreFAKE NEWS- The Remodeling Edition
With all the vast amounts of information floating around the world today, it’s sometimes difficult to know what’s real and what is “fake”. The world of residential remodeling is no exception. From “click-bait” advertising to unsubstantiated testimonials to every home improvement show on TV promising showroom projects on a shoestring budget, it’s no wonder homeowners …
Read MorePlanning Your Next Home Remodeling Project
As 2016 comes to a close, many people may be thinking of a new remodeling project for 2017. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you want a head start: Plan on Planning Ahead Most major home renovations can require 2-3 months of planning before the work actually starts. This includes the …
Read MoreMerry Christmas from the DiFabion Remodeling Family!
Merry Christmas to all our wonderful families, friends, clients, and industry partners. Because of you, we have the strength and support to do what we love, each and every day. Have a safe and happy holiday season, and we look forward to our time together in 2017!
Read MoreHelping Charlotte Area Families in Need
DiFabion Remodeling recently had the honor of participating in the 2016 BLOC n Bowl, helping the Business Leaders of Charlotte and Team NARI Gives raise over $28,000 for local Charlotte families in need. As you can see by the pictures, the event was a tremendous success and fun was had by all! Thank you to …
Read MoreDiFabion Remodeling Takes Home 3 CotY’s!
DiFabion Remodeling recently won three Contractor of the Year awards at the 2016 NARI of Greater Charlotte CotY Awards Dinner on November 11th. This event brings the best of the remodeling industry together to showcase their work in a variety of categories, ranging from kitchens and bathrooms to room additions and entire house remodels. Each …
Read MoreTales from the Trenches – Removing a Chimney
Sometimes in remodeling, you come across a situation where the new design requires the removal of an old fireplace and chimney. In this project, the chimney started in the garage, continued up through the main home, and obviously continued through the roof. The end goal was to eliminate the chimney to open up the space …
Read MoreWhy Universal Design?
When discussing the concept of Universal Design, many homeowners are either unaware or misinformed of the many benefits it has to offer. So what is Universal Design? According to the Center for Universal Remodeling at NC State University, Universal Design is the idea that all residential environments and products should be easily used and accessed …
Read MoreDiFabion Remodeling Supports Beds for Kids
DiFabion Remodeling recently sponsored the Charlotte BLOC Party, a charity concert organized by the Business Leaders of Charlotte, supporting a local non-profit. The beneficiary, Beds for Kids is dedicated to providing beds and essential furniture to children and families in need in the Charlotte community. This was a fun-filled evening with live music and entertainment, …
Read MoreProject Spotlight- Robinson Woods Kitchen
The kitchen was dark, and the existing cabinetry was of poor quality. The client felt closed in. The space was long and narrow, yet the client wanted a massive island. Through extensive thought and collaboration, creative space planning, and meticulous execution, the end result proved to be a versatile new space with many needed functions, …
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