A host of baby boomers are reaching retirement age daily. Many work beyond the age of 65, and most want to stay in their homes as they age. If you’re one of the many people who desire to live in your current home for as many decades as possible, read on! With proper planning, you…
Home Additions & Remodeling Blog
Read articles from VL Builders to learn more about adding an addition or remodeling your St Paul or Minneapolis area home.
Benefits of Four-Season Rooms for Minnesota Homeowners
If your family loves spending time outside, especially during the summer months in Minnesota, you may feel the “winter blues” when you’re cooped up on cold, snowy days. What if we told you there was a way you could enjoy all the benefits of being outside, like natural sunlight, beautiful views, and fresh breezes—without worrying…
10 Reasons You’ll Love Remodeling Your Current Bathroom
Bathroom spaces are an essential part of our daily life, so when they become a source of frustration and stress for you and your family—it’s time to make a change. Bathrooms that are small, dysfunctional, or simply outdated are an excellent candidate for remodeling. You can modify your current bathroom style while maintaining the existing…
Basement Remodeling Ideas That Add Space and Value to Your Home
With so many home renovation television shows airing on home improvement networks, it’s clear that making something fresh and functional is all the rage. Turning a basement from dark and dull to ooh-la-la is part of this popular trend in home design. And the good news is—you don’t have to be a DIY genius or…
Kitchen Remodeling Ideas to Encourage a Healthier Lifestyle
If your kitchen is cramped, dark, or has a dysfunctional layout, it’s probably not a space where you and your family enjoy spending time together. However, if you’re aware your aversion to your kitchen is taking a toll on your family’s health, you may be ready to make a change. Keep reading to discover some…
7 Things to Consider When Planning a Family Room Home Addition
Families should have a place in their home they love to gather, unwind, and spend time together. If your family doesn’t have a location like this that comes to mind, a family room may be an excellent addition to your home! Before building a family room home addition, think carefully about the following considerations to…
Which Home Remodeling Project Is Right for You?
Do you love your home, yet need more functionality? Target your remodeling dollars into a kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodel, and get the most out of your current home’s space! Need additional space? Create it with a second story addition or extension (bump-outs). If you’re in a location you love, and treasure the home you’ve…
5 DIY Steps to Help You Replace Your Bathtub With a Walk in Shower
Are you looking at your bathroom and are wondering what you can do to change things up a bit? Have you been watching DIY videos and are inspired to tackle your bathroom remodeling project on your own? Have you decided on replacing your bathtub with a walk-in shower but do not know how or where…
What color to paint a small bathroom to make it look bigger?
Updating a small bathroom can seem like a daunting task. With little room to work with, it may seem like your small bathroom is doomed forever, but what if we told you that simply switching up the paint color can make your bathroom appear much larger than what it is? Well, it is true and…
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
Remodeling a bathroom typically takes between four weeks and three months. This timeline depends mostly on the scope of the work, the size of your contractor’s team, the availability of materials, and the resolution of any unforeseen issues such as mold removal, repairs to existing pipes, and other unanticipated repairs. Scope of the Work Replacing…
