PortSide Builder's Blog
PortSide hosts class at NWTC
Jack Gigstead, Remodeling Design Consultant, and Alan Shefchik, New Construction Design Consultant, recently hosted a presentation at NWTC - Sturgeon Bay, entitled "Living Comfortably in Your Home Longer". The presentation, part of NWTC's...
Youth Go Kitchen Remodel
PortSide Builders has recently partnered with a wonderful organization, Youth Go, in Neenah, Wisconsin, to remodel their kitchen area. Youth Go was founded in 1969 to provide a safe place for the communities' youth to gather and participate in...
Steps Toward a New Home – Interior 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. All of the plumbing lines, electrical wiring, and HVAC duct work have been installed in the walls where...
Remodeled Master Bathroom
A bathroom remodel can change the look and feel to your home while also providing for a much needed update to needs and lifestyle. This bathroom remodel features a large, custom-tiled shower with bench seat, built in shelf and glass door. The...
4th Annual PortSide Builders Door County Open House Tour
If you are looking for a great way to see the latest in design trends and home construction ideas, and want to get a first hand look at a new, custom-built home or a remodeled home, join us for our 4th Annual Door County Open House Tour. Once...
Staircase Renovation
PortSide Builders recently completed this staircase renovation for home owners in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin. The home owners wanted to open up their staircase to give it a more inviting feeling to the lower level. PortSide removed the sheetrock and...
PortSide Builders participates in community program
When Fran Shefchik founded PortSide Builders nearly four decades ago, he stressed the importance of corporate involvement in community activities. PortSide continues that tradition with its participation in the 2018 High School Home Construction...
Steps Toward a New Home – Insulation
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. The utilities are roughed in, and now it’s time for the insulators to do their work. The insulation is...
New custom-built home in Appleton, Wisconsin
Back view of new, custom-built, 1.5 story home in Appleton, Wisconsin. Find this, and many other homes at www.portsidebuilders.com
Spacious kitchen for all your family cooking!
This spacious kitchen features custom cabinets with staggered heights, an extended island snack counter, walk-in pantry, and hardwood floors. This home also features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2,561 Sq/Ft of living space. If you would like...
DCHBA Showcase of Homes – 2018
Tour three, custom-built, PortSide Builders homes and a remodeled home, during the Door County Home Builders Association Showcase of Homes. These homes will be open and available to tour. Also available will be PortSide Builders home and remodel...
New Custom Built Ranch Home Under Construction
Looking for a new, custom built, home in the Oshkosh, Wisconsin area? PortSide Builders, the premier custom home builder in Door County and the Fox Valley, is currently constructing a 1966 Sq/Ft home located in the Bellhaven Estates Subdivision. ...
Steps Toward a New Home – Utility Rough-Ins
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. The basic framework of the home is in place and the interior is still only framed stud walls. It’s now...
Steps Toward a New Home – The Roof
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Steps Toward a New Home – The Sub-Floor
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. The foundation is completed and it’s time for the building crew to actually begin work on your new...
Home Remodel – Demolition
Home Remodel - Demolition Home Remodel - Demolition of the Interior As we continue our journey, we begin the demolition of the home. Demolition sounds destructive, but is actually a very delicate process. It is labor intensive, and demands...
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