Author Archives: shad
Bill Walker on Government & Remodeling
On July 31st, I had the privilege of Bill Walker participating on the Radio Remodeling Show. As you know, Bill is running for governor of Alaska. He had quite a few interesting bits of insight and comments related to the … Continue reading
Plumb Your Way to Comfort
Have you really ever thought about how much plumbing technology has improved the comfort of our daily life? Whether we simply know the basic warm water for our morning shower, or we consider the ability to drink fresh water on … Continue reading
The Changing Tide of Women in Construction
I spent a good portion of the program on June 12th talking about my mother, and her amazing influence in my life and career when it comes to building and remodeling. She owns a handyman business now- called Handi-Gal (www.handi-gal.com) … Continue reading
Royal Interiors & Worst Kitchen Contest YouTube Video
Here is my first YouTube video for the Worst Kitchen Contest. I filmed it at Royal Interiors showroom, who is the largest sponsor of the 2010 Worst Kitchen Contest. I think it was an okay production. Many more to come. … Continue reading
Worst Kitchen Contest by AlaskaBuild.com
Is Your Kitchen DESPERATELY in Need of A Remodel? How would you like to have professionals provide you with the best of design, products, and construction labor to remodel your kitchen!? Register your worst kitchen online at www.alaskabuild.com or in … Continue reading
Making Final Color Choices From Such Small Samples!
1. How Does it Relate?: First of all, remember that this color (product) will be interacting in an environment with many other colors and materials. It is a good idea to always choose the color when it is next to … Continue reading
Gas Leak! What Would You Do?
Recently, we had a home explosion that could have turned into a tragedy. On the east side of Anchorage, there was a gas leak in the lower level of a home. One member of the family heard the hissing from … Continue reading
Project Planning: How Do You Get Started?
Project Planning Where do you begin? When you have the great idea to knock out the living room wall and expand the dining room, how do you work that into a communicable plan? Perhaps you have the magnetic planners, where … Continue reading
Should Homeowners Act As A General Contractor On Their Own Home?
Good question. This can be a hot topic between general contractors who are required to have business and state contractors’ licenses, constant maintenance on continuing educational units, and endless bills that all make it almost impossible to compete in cost … Continue reading
Where Were You on 9/11?
Where were you when 9/11 happened? I was in Alaska. My wife had been doing some early morning exercises. She woke me up to let me see the second plane hit the world trade center building. After such a tragic event, … Continue reading
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