Jason Robie: Remodeling this Summer

It’s no secret that I love the outdoors. Whenever possible I am out on the road, trail, water or slopes simply enjoying NOT being in front of a computer. This time of year we are apparently in the midst of “growing season” for my lawn because I’m mowing it twice a week. We also have some rather robust weeds sprinkled around the front of the house and, because I like a less “abandoned home” look, I tend to work at keeping those under control. Besides some other basic chores to keep the flies away, our house is pretty self-sustaining.

This is the time of year when people like me get hair-brained ideas about a remodeling project. For some reason, we can’t leave well enough alone and feel the need to upgrade, improve or simply re-do something to better suit our needs. Today I’m speaking to both of you. I’m speaking to the person like myself itching to smash a wall down or build a deck. And I’m speaking the other half of your household, the more pragmatic side, to offer some alternatives that will suit you both. The goal we are after today is a remodeling project that will stand the test of time and won’t keep you shackled to the house every weekend.