Looking for a way to expand your home’s square footage without building an entirely new addition? Look up! If the space above your head stands empty, chances are good you can transform your blank attic canvas into an entertainment area, play room, craft room or man cave. The benefit of utilizing this already-existing space is, of course, the cost.  Since you can use the already existing framework and roof, the financial investment can come in much smaller than it would if you needed to add an entirely new addition.

Homeowners often think of attic space as an area to store Christmas decorations and old photographs – that is, if we think about the unused square footage at all. Yet the space above your head could easily become a new bedroom; and why not? If you plan on living in your home for a long time to come, turning the attic into usable space means freeing up other space downstairs.

The current gurus of exterior grounds design have divided the general ways we create landscaping into two major categories: hardscapes and softscapes. Interestingly, these terms require a bit of insight and glancing below the surface, if we want to use them correctly. After reading this blog post you will understand the differences between the various different types of hardscapes, softscapes and mixedscapes.

If you like to work out, but you never seem to be able to make it to the gym, a home gym might be a good idea for you. Building a home gym in your basement gives you the freedom to work out when it’s convenient. You don’t have to fight traffic to get across town to the gym, and you don’t have to work out in front of other people, using machines that may not be as sanitary as you’d hope.

At Great Day Improvements, we understand that you have options, and we like options. That’s why we offer all types of sunroom and screen room additions. We also want to help you make the best decision for your home, and home addition needs. Creating an enclosed patio, sunroom, Florida room, or conservatory is a unique adventure in home improvements. When all is said and done, you will have built a bridge between your home and the great outdoors.

Most people wish they could carve a little more space out of their home, especially in areas used for entertaining family and friends. Here are some tips for increasing the function and use of space that you already have.

Melissa Skinner from Great Day Improvements explains how to remove silicone caulk from your bathtub, shower or counter. She'll walk you through the removal process and provide some tips along the way.