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Home Remodeling Tips & Inspiration
Expert remodeling advice, project planning guides, design inspiration, and homeowner resources from the PHRS Remodeling team.


Built-In Breakfast Nooks: Beautiful Seating with Hidden Storage
A custom breakfast nook can transform an underused corner into a beautiful gathering space. Explore built-in seating, hidden storage, cabinetry styles, and practical design considerations.
PHRS Remodeling Team
16 hours ago5 min read


Interior Doors and Trim: The Finishing Details That Transform a Home
Interior doors, baseboards, and decorative trim can transform the appearance of your home. Explore how choosing the right styles, materials, and finishing details can create a cohesive whole-home remodel.
PHRS Remodeling Team
1 day ago5 min read


Custom Built-Ins With Personality: Slat Walls, MediaWalls, and Window Seats
Discover how custom built-ins, including media walls, wood slat accents, and window seats, can add personality, storage, and functionality to your home.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 154 min read


Whole-House Flooring: How One Continuous Floor Ties a Remodel Together
Continuous whole-house flooring makes a home feel larger and more cohesive.
Compare LVP, tile, and engineered wood for your San Antonio remodel.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 144 min read


Curbless Shower Remodels: A Safer Bathroom for Every Stage of Life
A curbless shower removes the step into the shower, making the bathroom safer and more open. Here's how it's built and what to plan for.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 133 min read


Cabinet Refresh vs. Full Replacement: Which Is Rightfor Your Kitchen?
If your layout works but your kitchen looks dated, a cabinet refresh may be all you need. Here's how to decide between refresh and replacement.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 122 min read


Floor Protection During Remodeling: Where to Tape and Where Not to
Tape in the wrong place can pull finish off floors and paint off walls. Here's how PHRS
handles floor protection during remodeling, step by step.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 113 min read


How to Wrap Pipes Before a Freeze in Texas
A few hours and a small budget can prevent burst pipes. Our step-by-step class shows San Antonio homeowners how to wrap pipes before a freeze.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 104 min read


Why Fall Is a Great Time to Build a Deck in San Antonio
Thinking about building a deck in San Antonio? Discover why fall is a great season to start planning, what quality deck construction involves, and how to prepare your outdoor space for spring.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 93 min read


Laundry Room Built-Ins: Ironing Centers, DryingRacks, and Stacked Storage
Smart laundry room built-ins turn a cramped utility room into a space for washing, folding, ironing, and storage. Ideas and planning tips from PHRS.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 83 min read


Living at Home During a Whole-Home Remodel: HowPhasing Keeps Your Family Comfortable
Many San Antonio families are able to stay home during portions of a whole-home remodel. Learn how thoughtful phasing, temporary living arrangements, dust control, and clear communication can make the process more manageable.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 73 min read


Layered Kitchen Lighting: The Upgrade San AntonioHomeowners Notice Every Day
Good kitchen lighting is about more than choosing attractive fixtures. Learn how ambient, task, and accent lighting work together—and why planning lighting early can make a major difference in your finished kitchen.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 53 min read


Remodeling Project Communication: You'll Always Know What's Happening
Clear remodeling project communication can make the entire experience smoother. See how PHRS Remodeling keeps homeowners informed with daily updates, weekly meetings, written changes, and consistent communication throughout the project.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 42 min read


After the Storm: Deck and Patio Inspection After Heavy Rain
Heavy rain can reveal hidden problems in decks and patios. Learn what San Antonio homeowners should check after a storm, from standing water and loose fasteners to drainage and structural concerns.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 22 min read


Curbless Vs Framed Showers: What's the Difference?
Curbless, framed, or frameless? Learn how shower entry, glass tyle, waterproofing, accessibility, maintenance, and your home's existing structure can help determine the right design for your bathroom remodel.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Oct 17 min read


Building Pet-Friendly Home Remodeling: Building Better Spaces for Your Pets
Discover practical pet-friendly home remodeling ideas, from built-in feeding stations and dog washes to durable materials and custom pet spaces designed to fit naturally into your home.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Sep 257 min read


Kitchen Range Hoods That Work Hard and Look Right
Learn how to choose the right kitchen range hood for ventilation, CFM, size, noise, and style when planning a custom kitchen remodel in San Antonio.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Sep 176 min read


How to Design a Mudroom for Busy Family Life
Learn how to design a mudroom with durable storage, practical layouts, and premium finishes for your San Antonio home, family, and daily routine needs.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Sep 157 min read


How to Design Laundry Rooms That Work Harder
Discover practical ways to design a laundry room that works harder for your household, with thoughtful layouts, smart storage, durable finishes, and details that make everyday routines easier.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Sep 117 min read


Built-In Kids Study Desks & Homework Nooks for Kids
A thoughtfully designed built-in study area can give each child a dedicated workspace while incorporating storage, lighting, and room for everyday school supplies.
PHRS Remodeling Team
Sep 87 min read
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