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New Construction

Dec 23 2013

Skylights are an Easy Way to Brighten up a Dark Room

Custom Home, Custom Remodel, Home Tips, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

For many people looking to add something new to their homes, adding skylights could be a great project for your home, and they are surprisingly fast and easy to install. Putting in a skylight is not something you would want to attempt on your own though, as you could damage your roof and lead to costly repairs. If you believe that one of these lights could be a good fit for your property, then you should have the experts at Ridgecrest take care of the addition for you. We can...

Dec 09 2013

Should I Add on to My Existing Home or Move to a Larger One?

Custom Home, Custom Remodel, Exterior Renovation, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

Do you and your family constantly feel as though you are cramped and running out of space for fun or relaxation? If you do, then you are not alone and this is when the decision to remodel or move comes to play. According to MSN’s real estate section there are quite a few people come to the realization that their space simply won’t work for much longer. That’s when they have to make a decision. Should they stay in their home and put on an addition or should they move...

Dec 02 2013

Outdoor Living Spaces Increasing in Popularity with Modern Amenities that Increase Comfort

Exterior Renovation, New Construction, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Space, Remodel Contractor

Even in the rainy Northwest, melding outdoor living spaces with all of the modern conveniences of a home is becoming an extremely popular request in the remodeling and home building industry. Outdoor entertaining has always been popular; however, having an outdoor space which a function similar to a room inside, is becoming a popular demand with more and more homeowners. The American Institute of Architects agrees because people like the feel of being outside, and they want to bring along some of their modern conveniences with them. Let’s look at...

Nov 25 2013

Last Lot in Ash Creek Gates to Get Built Out

Custom Home, New Construction, Open House

Ash Creek Gates is a phenomenal community that has a number of different types of lots and styles of homes available, and it’s just about complete. In fact, it’s finally happened. The last lot in Ash Creek Gates is going up, and that’s some great news! The homes in the area are gorgeous, and the new build will add yet another wonderful home to the community. It is a friendly place, and it offers welcoming neighbors, a great location, and more. One of the best things about the homes in the...

Nov 04 2013

I Want Green Materials in My New Project. What Should I Know?

Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Home Tips, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

The world seems obsessed with going green, and that includes clients looking to start their new building projects and remodels. Choosing green materials for these projects really can make a difference, but there are certain things you should know about the green movement and how it will affect you and the remodel. One of the things that you want to do is look at the cost of the products and materials and compare the prices with just how long they can last. If the cost of the material is higher than...

Oct 28 2013

Hot Trends and Amenities for Kitchen Remodeling

Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

Trends have a way of changing quickly, which is ever apparent in the remodeling industry. Our clients are constantly bringing new dreams to us to build, but some tend to last a bit longer than others will. That’s often the case when it comes to kitchen remodeling. Here are some of the biggest trends that are taking over the cooking spaces we renovate, and are also popular around the U.S. Countertops are popular, and they always will be one of the first things a remodel should entail. Having the best countertop...

Oct 17 2013

Backyard BBQ and Outdoor Living Space

Exterior Renovation, New Construction, Outdoor Living Space

Ridgecrest Homes, a Portland, Oregon custom home builder and remodel contractor, just put the finishing touches on this outdoor living space. This outdoor living area featured a brick surround, underneath a covered patio; a must for year round BBQ'ing in Oregon!...

Oct 14 2013

Construction Picks Up: Sherwood Generating Lots of Interest and New Home Sales

Custom Bathroom, Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Exterior Renovation, Kitchen Remodel, New Construction, Outdoor Living Space, Remodel Contractor

As our client base grows, it is apparent that the economy has been doing a bit better over the past year or two. This is wonderful news, especially for those who have been thinking about buying a newly renovated, or even remodeling, a property. This economy boost now means these dreams can become realities for many people across the country. Construction and remodeling – areas of our expertise – are picking up all around the area, including our city of Sherwood. The community offers those who live nearby easy access...

Oct 07 2013

Better Lighting Inside and Outside Makes a Big Impact on the Enjoyment of Your Home

Custom Bathroom, Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Exterior Renovation, Home Tips, Kitchen Remodel, New Construction, Outdoor Living Space, Remodel Contractor

You love your home, especially when you are able to customize it to your dream home. Did you know you can make it even more appealing with the right lighting? We’ll look at some of the things that your home’s lighting – inside the house and outside – should do. If you find yourself missing some of these aspects, please give us a call for a free consultation so we can make your house shine! Starting inside your home, the indoor lighting is important, as it is one of the biggest...

Oct 02 2013

Winter Home Tips

Custom Home, Home Tips, New Construction

We all know the smell of a musty basement, but have you ever stopped to think where that smell is coming from? Perhaps you went down the stairs and noticed water starting to accumulate in your basement. This can be very alarming, and chances are you have no idea of how the water is getting there. Once you look for some of the possible culprits, such as broken pipes and water tank trouble, it’s time to think outside of the basement. The water that’s getting into your basement might actually...