This series will suggest some of the basic steps to follow, and things to be aware of, as you begin down the path toward home ownership. Now that he outside walls have been built, it’s time to put the roof on the home. The process starts with roof trusses,...
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Home Design Center
At PortSide Builders, “We Make Building Enjoyable”! For over 40 years, we have worked hard to accomplish this goal for every client we work with. We do it by listening to our clients’ needs, making the process convenient, staying on schedule, and building a...
Home Remodel – Painting
The plastered walls of our remodel have dried, and we are now ready to begin painting. The home owners have carefully chosen their paint colors, and once completed, we can start to see the new vision for this home come to life. The home is painted before the trim,...
Home Builders Association of the Fox Cities Parade of Homes – Home Remodel
PortSide Builders will be featuring a home remodel in the 2018 Home Builders Association if the Fox Cities Parade of Homes. The home is located at W4278 Jean Street in Appleton, WI. This home features a completely renovated kitchen, and hardwood flooring throughout...
Sump Pump Check
Now that winter’s end is near, it is time to prepare our homes for the spring season. One of the most important tasks is to check your sump pump, to ensure it is operating properly. Melting snow and spring rains can result in saturated ground, around and under, your...
Steps Toward a New Home – Framing the Walls
This series will suggest some of the basic steps to follow, and things to be aware of, as you begin down the path toward home ownership. Now that we have a sturdy, level subfloor in place, it’s time to start framing the walls. Typically, the wall sections are...
Finishing your Basement
Finishing your basement is a great way to increase the total living space in your home. Maybe you have a growing family, or are looking to entertain family and friends. Extra bedrooms, an extra bathroom, a family room, or a bar, can be a great addition to your home...
Home Remodel – Sheetrock and Plaster
Home Remodel - Sheetrock and Plastering We have completed the demolition of the home and have now moved into the sheetrock and plastering stage. Most modern homes use sheetrock and plaster over studs as the foundation of the interior walls. With this remodel, some...
Benefit of Attending a Home Show
While spring may feel like a long way off, you may already be thinking about next year's home remodeling projects, or even contemplating building a new home. If you're tired of looking for ideas on-line and would like to get out and see the newest home products for...
Smoke Alarm – Keep your family safe
Home Maintenance Tip - Smoke Alarm Safety Winter weather is upon us and we sure can feel the chill. With the cold weather, the heating systems in our homes have to work overtime to keep us warm. As such, the chances of house fires increase dramatically in the...
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