Nine Ways to Stay Calm and Cool During Summer Home Remodeling
Summer home remodeling can be overwhelming and stressful. The many factors that go into projects could easily drown you if you’re not prepared. Here are a few tips to make you ready for the process of summer home remodeling. 1. Come to a decision on what you would want to keep. Decide on what you…
What Makes a Smart House?
The term ‘Smart House’ has changed throughout the years, remember The Jetsons? In reality, a smart house is one that provides appliances, entertainment and security systems that are capable of communicating with one another and can be on a set schedule or be controlled when you aren’t physically in the house. Most homes do not…
Step by Step Guide to Hiring the Right Contractor
Looking for a contractor for your next project can be very overwhelming. From finding the right type of contractor to comparing prices. A few things you can do before you start your search for a contractor is set expectations and a budget for the project. This way, it can be easier when you are meeting…
5 Easy Steps for an Eco-friendly Workplace
It can be very overwhelming and time-consuming trying to keep track of your day to day waste – from how much water your building is using, to your electricity usage. The best way to break old habits is to create new ones! Here are some tips on how to get started and sustain an eco-friendly…
Easy Cleaning Tips you Should do More than You Think
It’s easy to forget about the simple things around your home or office. From the doormats to the ceilings, sometimes we need a gentle reminder of what to clean, how often and the best way to clean! Here are some simple cleaning tips to make sure you are getting the job done! Doormat Cleaning…
6 Ways to Prepare your Home for Spring
It’s hard to think about warm weather in negative degree weather, but thinking about how to prepare your home for spring will come sooner than you think! 1.) Check the Gutters: Check for loose or leaky gutters. Improper drainage can lead to water in the basement or crawl space. Make sure downspouts drain away from…
How to Keep your Plumbing Pipes from Freezing in the Winter
Winterizing your home or office is important, and you need to prepare for the sub-zero temperatures. Ideally, you should winterize your plumbing pipes in the fall. But if you forgot and all of a sudden you’re in a deep freeze, there’s still time to prevent a disaster. Here’s a few tips to keep your pipes…
Christmas Cookie Ideas from Albrite Building
This holiday season, get in the spirit with a cookie exchange or invite a friend or two over to bake your favorite Christmas cookies. Inviting friends over for a cookie exchange is a great way to gather loved ones and mingle over your favorite holiday treats. Your guests bring their own cookie recipes and baked…
Safety Tips for Office Holiday Decorating
It’s been shown that decorating your office during the holidays puts your employees and customers in a better mood. Office holiday decorating with lights, a Christmas tree and wreaths, can add to the holiday spirit. However, if the lights are not used properly, they can create a safety hazard or even cause a fire. Lights…
Burr Ridge Townhome Remodeling
Albrite Building is thrilled to share with you a recent Burr Ridge townhome remodeling project we completed last month. Townhome Remodeling This beautiful townhome remodeling project was completed in just 3 weeks. As you enter the townhome, the entire first floor was painted in a creamy beige. The foyer, hallway, laundry room and kitchen were…