You’ve probably heard that the kitchen is the “center of the home”. While it may not necessarily be the physical center, it is one of those rooms where people tend to enjoy gathering. Think about how many times you have been to a party where you’ve spent most of the time in the kitchen. Is your kitchen designed the way you want it? The pros at Handy Men and Mrs. Helper Kitchen and Bath are here to take your dreams and turn them into reality.  Here are a few things to consider when preparing to design your dream kitchen. Determine the function of the space While this may sound silly, the ..read more

If you’re looking for ways to spruce up your home before the busy holiday season hits, an interior painting job is a quick and economical solution. Prepping your home for parties and family get-togethers are exciting, yet exhausting. Hiring a professional will save you a lot of time and stress. You can make your home even more cheerful for the holiday season with the right colors and a fresh coat of paint. You don’t need to paint the entire house for the holiday season. Concentrating on the rooms where your guests will spend the most time will save you time and money. Spruce up your main livi ..read more

With the return to school just around the corner now, it’s a great time to start thinking about that remodeling project you put on the back burner. Your kids will be out of the house, and out of the way of your contractors, so it could be the best possible time to get a crew working on that bathroom or kitchen project you’ve wanted for so long. Another good thing about addressing the project at the end of summer, beginning of autumn, is that all your  changes will be in place by the time the holiday season rolls around. That means you’ll have a better layout in your kitchen for preparing ..read more

If you’ve given any thought to the layout of your dream home, you’ve probably thought about the rooms that have a specific purpose: kitchen, bathrooms, living room, and bedrooms. While these are obviously going to be part of your home, you might want to consider another room: a bonus room. This room doesn’t need a specific purpose. It can be used for whatever purpose you need at the time. In this article, we’ll explain five reasons why you should consider including a bonus room in your home with a remodel project. 5 Reasons for a Bonus Room Game Room If you’re getting tired of the k ..read more

Many households use their laundry room on a daily basis, yet it’s likely towards the bottom of their list when it comes to home renovations. But when you think about how much time you actually spend in this room, it’s worth giving this space an update. The key to a successful laundry room renovation is planning.  You’ll want a room that functions well and looks just as nice so you can get your laundry done efficiently in an area that reflects your style. Consider these Questions to Start Planning Do I want a folding station on top of the dryer or next to it? Where will I store the laundr ..read more

You can achieve the look of a new kitchen just by making some small changes to the room, and there are many reasons why it would be advantageous to do so. Everyone knows that kitchen remodeling adds resale value to your home, and that it’s pretty easy to recoup the investment you make in remodeling at resale time. But most people who undertake remodeling are more interested in the value they get out of it right now, as opposed to the value they might get when selling the home. Given the fact that the kitchen is the most used room in your household, it’s very understandable that you might want ..read more

Fall time in Chicago is a good reminder that it’s time to tackle a new list of home projects. The fall season is a particularly important time as there’s much to do before the winter cold sets in. Performing energy updates such as sealing up doors and windows can help make your home more comfortable while saving on energy. Then before you know it, the busy holiday season kicks in!  From entertaining guests, to hosting parties, to getting ready for out of town visitors – it’s a busy time of year.  Having your home in prime condition can alleviate some of the stress and make it more en ..read more

Whether your kitchen is old and dated, or just fell out of style over the years, it may be time to modernize your kitchen. If you’re planning on living in your home for quite a while, you’ll get tremendous benefits from installing some of the most modern trends, such as new appliances, new styles and designs, and even new colors. On the other hand, if you are contemplating selling your home sometime in the near future, there is no better investment you can make than remodeling your kitchen. New homebuyers always look first at a home’s kitchen, and then secondarily at the bathroom. Here are som ..read more

If you’re like most homeowners, you’re probably not using your basement to its full potential, because the basement is the one room in the house which is often overlooked in terms of developing it for optimal usage. An unfinished basement might be seen as a cluttered and dark space, but with the right vision and remodeling team, you can can transform your basement into a space you love. If your home’s basement is unfinished, there may be a better way to utilize that space. A thoughtfully-designed basement remodel can revolutionize the way you use your home. Here are just a few of the ways that ..read more

You’ve probably heard that the kitchen is the “center of the home”. While it may not necessarily be the physical center, it is one of those rooms where people tend to enjoy gathering. Think about how many times you have been to a party where you’ve spent most of the time in the kitchen. Is your kitchen designed the way you want it? The pros at Handy Men and Mrs. Helper Kitchen and Bath are here to take your dreams and turn them into reality.  Here are a few things to consider when preparing to design your dream kitchen. Determine the function of the space While this may sound silly, the ..read more