Charlotte Home Remodeling Includes Green Project Materials!

We really like how “green” products are being introduced so broadly and quickly into building and remodeling. In the photo to the left, bamboo flooring adds a beautiful touch to this modern kitchen remodel.

A few years ago, it seemed like everybody was becoming green-this and green-that…just to jump on a bandwagon. But as we approach 2011, the green movement has really taken root, especially in our remodeling, renovation and home building fields.

Product manufacturers are introducing green-safe and green-ready products that bring more earth-friendly benefits with them. Some of these products are more expensive than traditional ones, but some are actually less expensive. As time passes, these green products will slowly replace traditional ones and the prices will subside.

Green remodeling can be done in small ways and doesn’t necessarily have to encompass the entire home. It’s easy to pick and choose elements that fit each particular homeowner. The following can be used:

• Non-toxic paints and sealants


• Programmable thermostats


• Energy efficient appliances


• Natural flooring


• Local building materials


• Natural fiber rugs and fabrics


• Recycled material roof shingles and tiles


• Energy efficient lighting


• Insulated hot water pipes


• Tankless water heaters


• Quality insulation


• Native plants for landscaping


• Energy-efficient windows and doors

Other items to consider when remodeling or building a new home include beautiful designer recycled glass tiles for backsplashes and accents, bamboo flooring, and recycled roofs…they look beautiful but are so good for the environment.

Please call us at 704-605-9695 or email cbrown@charlotteremodelingcompany.com to get more ideas on how you can go green, buy green and get green in 2011!

Charlotte Home Remodeling - Dramatic Before & After Photos!

Looking at the before and after photos of every project is always fun. The homeowners really enjoy it because now they have their dream project completed and they really can appreciate what was there before!

This project was an amazing project. The old stairs in the home were completely removed and these beautiful custom stairs were built. I really like the combination of beautiful wood and iron in this project. The homeowners absolutely love the end result! We hope you enjoy looking at these photos as well.

If we can help you with a remodeling or new construction project at your home, please call us at 704-605-9695 or email Charles Brown at cbrown@charlotteremodelingcompany.com. Thank you!

Charlotte Outdoor Living Builder - We Do It the Right Way!

Outdoor living areas in Charlotte have become an exciting way for homeowners to incorporate the pleasures of nature and our beautiful outdoors with family living areas. The concept for the outdoor room has remained the same but new advances in architecture, lighting, and furniture have dramatically increased its functionality in the modern home.

Outdoor retreats infuse nature with all of the comforts that we enjoy indoors. Basic outdoor rooms contain a space for cooking and dining and more elaborate concepts include everything from sofas and beds to spas and meditation areas. The possibilities for outdoor rooms are almost limitless. However, there are a few things you will want to keep in mind when planning and creating an exciting and useful space that you and your guests will be able to take pleasure in for years to come.

1. Actual space needed.

You’d be surprised how much space a 20′ x 20′ sunroom or a 15-foot gazebo really takes up. Try cutting pieces of string the length of your planned outdoor addition and laying them on the ground. Add an extra foot for security! This will give you an idea of how much space is really needed for your project.

2. Plan ahead for electricity, HVAC and plumbing.

Is your new outdoor space going to be covered, enclosed or totally open? Will you want electrical outlets, outdoor sinks and appliances, or natural gas? These are the basic infrastructure items that will need to be thought of prior to any building.

3. Neighborhood covenants and HOA regulations.

There are rules and guidelines that cover most outdoor living additions and new structures. We will take care of all of these for you. But you need to consider these rules when thinking about your outside addition. Checking your neighbor’s backyards can help guide you. What do they have in their yards?

4. Transitional indoor/outdoor rooms.

Here’s a new trend for outdoor living areas: transitioning from an enclosed sunroom or outdoor room to an open patio area to a covered gazebo area. This new trend in outdoor living areas gives homeowners three distinct areas: the safety and temperature-controlled environment of the indoor sunroom, the open air and exposure to sun of the patio area, and the covered and/or screened enjoyment of the gazebo. Throw in a hammock and you’ll never have to go back to your bedroom!

Our Outdoor Living Area & Structure Project Experience

• Gazebos



• Enclosed Sunrooms



• Enclosed Porches & Mud rooms



• Pool Houses



• Pergolas & Patios



• Screened Porches



• Outdoor Kitchens



• Outdoor Fireplaces & Firepits



• Stone Walkways, Pathways & Seating Walls



• Gourmet Grilling Areas



• Dining Rooms – Enclosed, Semi-covered & Screened



• Workshops & Hobby Rooms



• Gardening Sheds

Please call us at 704-605-9695 or email us at cbrown@charlotteremodelingcompany.com for a free consultation with Charles Brown, master carpenter, from The Charlotte Remodeling Company!

Charlotte Home Kitchen Remodeling - Paint Tips

We have all had the experience, at one time or another, of an entire can of paint being ruined because we didn’t store it correctly or we stored it in the wrong place!

Join master carpenter Charles Brown as he gives you some great professional contractor’s tips on how to properly store used paint to keep it fresh and ready to re-use at another time!

Charles also gives you some tips on keeping your paint lids and upper can tops fresh and easy to re-seal and re-open again!

Charlotte Kitchen & Home Remodeling Contractor - How to Draw an Elliptical Arch

One of our signature trademarks in kitchens and homes across Charlotte is the beautiful segmented arch. This architectural arch detail brings increased height, beauty and style to any doorway or entryway.

We build segmented arches in sizes that are entirely customized to your home’s scale and architectural detail. Some segmented arches are 36-inches while other larger ones are 6-feet wide!

The tops of the segmented arches that we build can be textured with plaster, drywall, brick, stone, paint and just about any other wall covering or texture idea that our homeowners can imagine! This is one of the great architectural elements that we use to help give your home character, unique design elements, and a sense of individual style that is your own house!

In the video below, master carpenter Charles Brown of The Charlotte Remodeling Company shows you how we professionally create the beautiful segmented arch in your home!

Charlotte Myers Park Dilworth Home Remodel & Kitchen Remodel

We've Remodeled Homes in Charlotte Since 1978

The Charlotte Remodeling Company is a different type of residential remodeling company. Our approach, style and genuine passion for building and remodeling is as unique as your home is from your neighbor's.

Here are the "extras" that we always include in remodel projects:

• Landscape Irrigation - sometimes we need to disconnect up to several zones of your irrigation system to accommodate the remodel process. We will keep the system intact so you can still water most of your property.


• Temporary Fencing - to contain pets or just to keep from encroaching the neighbors property, or to keep mud from washing into neighbors yards.


• Neighbor Notification - we provide a letter template for you to use to notify ell neighbors in advance about your upcoming projects and how long the project might last.


• Set boundaries for the job site. Let the company know you expect routine precautions, such as employee background checks for anyone who will have access to your home. Also, establish some ground rules about parking, bathroom use, smoking, and other issues that might concern you. This is your home and we will respect you!

Investigate a contractor's work history and work habits. Some contractors are specialists and some are generalists, so make sure their abilities are appropriate to your project. Take time to see their work firsthand, and look for three things: some similarity to your project, quality materials and workmanship, and consistent client satisfaction.

Also, track small indicators that signal professionalism or a lack thereof. Are your phone calls returned in a timely manner? Are appointments and meeting times kept? Do company vehicles and/or dress code reflect pride and cleanliness? Carelessness in these small matters does not bode well for the quality of work. You'll find that The Charlotte Remodeling Company excels in our pride for quality work and our passion for exceptional customer service and attention to details!

Please call Charles Brown and the Charlotte Remodeling Company today at 704-605-9695 or email cbrown@charlotteremodelingcompany.com for a free design and brainstorming meeting!

Charlotte Kitchen Remodeling Contractor - Beautiful Kitchens!

Kitchen remodeling in Charlotte is probably the most requested remodeling job from our homeowner customers. And we love kitchen remodeling!

The kitchen for so many families is the central heart and hub of the home. It’s where families come together and grow.

When we start to work with you in planning your kitchen remodel, it helps to know if you prefer a more classic or more modern look. Making that decision will help you start to narrow down choices on everything from wall color to cabinet doors. Picking a very specific design theme, such as French Colonial or Craftsman, gives you even more of a design road map. Mixing and matching styles typically is called eclectic, while a look that blends traditional and contemporary elements is considered transitional.

Kitchen remodels and designs can come in just as many styles as their are choices:

• Arts & Crafts
• Contemporary
• Country
• English Cottage
• Federal
• French Country
• Mission
• Modern
• Old World
• Rustic
• Shaker
• Transitional
• Tudor
• Tuscan
• Victorian

We can design and build any style with any architecture. To see how we are different, please visit here. And to see more kitchen remodeling projects that we have designed, please visit here! And when you’re ready to schedule a free idea-sharing session with owner Charles Brown, please visit our contact form. Or call Charles Brown at 704-605-9695 today.