Remodeling and Renovation Podcasts
Going Green With Remodeling
John Sperath discusses the growing impact of green products and practices on today's remodeling industry. Sperath addresses the current steps being taken by remodelers to help create sustainable, green building projects, as well as the reactionary certifications being obtained by industry manufacturers to keep pace with this increasing popular eco-friendly trend.
Creating Your Own Man Cave
John Sperath provides tips for creating a men's lounge, an increasing popular request for home remodeling projects. Sperath examines how this latest trend in creating so-called "man caves" can provide homeowners with an inviting room designed to appeal to men's tastes, as well as how such projects can increase the resale value of a home. Men's lounges are multiuse spaces that can include wide-screen televisions, pool tables or sports-themed décor.
New Trend In Home Remodeling - CAPS
John Sperath examines the CAPS certification as an important and growing trend within remodeling and home building industry, as well as addresses the common obstacles that exist for elders attempting to age-in-place. Sperath also outlines the key issues to consider when remodeling a home to meet CAPS standards, first and foremost of which are mobility and ease of access.