Take Your Bathroom From Drab to Fab

There’s no better time than winter to turn your boring bathroom into a spa retreat. Some jobs, like replacing a faucet, re-grouting tile, or repainting can be relatively easy for the average do-it-yourselfer,  but more ambitious jobs like replacing the tub or retiling the floor might be better left to a professional like the skilled artisans at Andy onCall.A complete remodel might be a bigger investment, it could be worth considering. Many older homes were not built using mold-resistant drywall, so if you’re going to investment in upgrading your bathroom, that’s one of…Read more …

Coat closet organization

Most coat closets are often a ridiculously small space, given the Chicago weather that we live in. But that doesn't excuse t it being cluttered. Even though we have to accommodate heavy winter coats, raincoats and indeterminate weather coats, by implementing a few simple changes can take our coat closet from cluttered to organized. As discussed in a previous blog, the quickest and cheapest way to double the size of your closet is to add a second rod to the existing clos et. To do this, simply raise the existing rod to accommodate…Read more …

Declutter, Organize and Recreate

When the dog days of summer arrive, you may decide it’s better to spend your time indoors rather than outdoors. This is a great time to get a jump start on decluttering and organizing your home for the coming months when you will be forced to stay inside due to the weather.  The next several blogs will be devoted to projects that can be done before the winter months lock us all indoors.Decluttering your home is something that can ongoing process. So it is best to schedule an allotted amount of time to…Read more …

Lighten and Brighten Up Your Rooms

What easier way to brighten and warm your rooms than with new lights, lamps or ceiling fans. Plus it’s an easy and affordable way to update the style of any room. New lights are a great way to accent new kitchen and bathroom renovations, as well as to save on your energy bill with ceiling fans which push heat and air back down into the room. LED-style lights, which come in contemporary and bold styles, also provide a money-saving options. Having dimmers installed in areas like the family room or dining room can…Read more …

Quick Kitchen Make-overs

For homeowners looking to spice up their kitchen without spending a pretty penny, adding a backsplash is a great solution, not to mention the perfect project for the weekend. You can completely change the look of your kitchen, and customize your backsplash to fit your personality relatively inexpensively. Just a few years ago, a consumer had only about 40 tiles to choose from. Today, you can choose from more than 400 different styles and sizes, ranging from classic subway tile to natural stone to metal and in a wide variety of colors. While…Read more …