Category: Articles

17 Sep 2026

Custom Windows Made for the View You Built Your Home Around

You worked hard for this house. The woods out back, the city lights, that quiet morning light across the kitchen. That view is part of why it feels like home. Custom windows are how you make the most of it.

27 Aug 2026

Building a Backyard ADU in Chattanooga: What the 800 Sq Ft Rule Actually Allows

If you own a single-family home in Chattanooga, you may already qualify to add a second dwelling on your lot. Not a camper. Not a shed with a microwave. A real, permitted accessory dwelling unit — up to 800 square

6 Aug 2026

Building a Backyard Office or Home Gym in Chattanooga: Local Tips That Matter

When the spare bedroom is already claimed and the garage is full, a lot of Chattanooga homeowners start looking at the backyard. A dedicated outdoor office or home gym gives you functional space without disrupting the rest of the house.

31 Jul 2026

Barndominiums as a Backyard Building

Barndominiums in the Chattanooga area give homeowners flexible, durable space that works hard. If you’re considering bardominiums Chattanooga offers a variety of options for creating serious storage, a proper workshop, or a recreation area that feels like an extension of

28 Jul 2026

Why More Homebuyers Should Buy an Ugly House

Home flipping is a thriving part of the real estate market. Investors and general contractors across the country buy outdated or neglected houses, give them a full uplift and facelift, and turn them into move-in-ready homes that sell for solid

17 Jul 2026

Garage Conversions: Studio, Suite, or Home Gym?

That empty or cluttered garage sitting next to your house has real potential. More Chattanooga homeowners are turning unused garage space into livable studios, guest suites, or dedicated home gyms. It is often more affordable and less disruptive than a

7 Jul 2026

What Really Goes Into Expanding a Patio: A Step-by-Step Look at Professional Patio Additions

Many homeowners love the idea of a bigger patio — extra space for morning coffee, weekend grilling, kids playing, or hosting friends without everyone feeling crowded. But when they start thinking about actually expanding it, the same worries tend to

26 Jun 2026

How to Know If Removing the Wall Between Your Kitchen and Living Room Is Possible in 2026

Opening up the wall between your kitchen and living room is one of the most requested changes we hear from Chattanooga homeowners. It transforms a cramped, closed-off layout into a bright, social space for family and entertaining. But the big

12 Jun 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Build an ADU in Chattanooga in 2026? Garage Conversion vs. New Detached Build Breakdown

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) — also called granny flats, in-law suites, or backyard cottages — have become one of the smartest ways Chattanooga homeowners are adding space, income, and flexibility to their properties. Since the city’s ADU ordinance took effect

5 Jun 2026

How Much Does a Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost in Chattanooga in 2026?

If you’re tired of stepping over a high tub wall or want a safer, easier-to-clean, more modern bathroom, a tub-to-shower conversion is one of the smartest upgrades you can make in Chattanooga right now. As a licensed residential general contractor