Renovation Articles

Beyond the Basement: Transforming Your Lower Level into a True Living Space

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT

Basements are common in homes, but far too often, these spaces are underused in a way that prevents them from living up to their full potential. If your basement is unfinished, it's easy to think of it as a dungeon: dark, damp, and emitting weird sounds and smells. It can be hard to imagine how this noisy, dark, and sometimes smelly area can become a usable, seamless addition to your home. The transformation from an overall unpleasant area into a delightful living space that can please all your senses is entirely possible.

An unfinished basement is an untapped resource in the home. Though functional, even when only used for storage and housing mechanicals, there is so much potential to unlock in the square footage of a lower level. When met with the right methods to address the dark, damp, and disruptive noises emitting from your basement, your dungeon can be transformed into a dream living space that matches the rest of your home.

Basement Remodeling Permits: What to Know Before You Start

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What do you need to know about permits, zoning, and code enforcement before you start a renovation? The extra space you need might be right under your feet. Basement remodeling is a great way to gain square footage without building an addition to your home. Yet, moving a basement from bare cement and support columns to comfortable, usable rooms means following specific building codes in eastern Massachusetts.

Transform Your Home’s Interior With Expert Upgrades

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:15:00 GMT

When a home's interior starts to look dated or elements like a shower, lighting fixtures, or fireplace do not function well for your current needs, what are your options? The goal should be trustworthy, high-quality solutions for interior upgrades that align with your lifestyle and enhance property value.

Revamp Your Kitchen Lighting: Modern Solutions for Better Illumination and Style

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:45:00 GMT

Whether you are trying to set the right mood when entertaining, or simply want a clear view of the veggies you are chopping, modern kitchen lighting can save the day. From the aesthetics of the perfect pendant lights to the most current LED solutions, a seasoned kitchen renovation expert can help you create the kitchen you’ve been waiting for.

From Outdated to Outstanding: Remodeling Your Kitchen to Match Your Home's Aesthetic

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:15:00 GMT

A young couple purchases a home, realizing the kitchen is on the list of renovation projects. Life happens and they focus on other areas of the home, making the kitchen all the more difficult to ignore. An older couple realizes their tastes and income have evolved, while their home–and especially the kitchen–has not.

Top 14 Home Remodel Design Trends for 2025

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

How do homeowners make design choices for home remodeling in 2025? Many are researching online at Houzz or Pinterest, and also using analog methods like a simple look through design magazines. In the end, they are looking for ideas that inspire them as they map out ideas for the ideal home renovation.

What to Know About Working With a Buyer’s Agent When Buying a Home in Massachusetts

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:15:00 GMT

I recently sat down with my sister, Leanne Mitchell, a local Realtor, to discuss what to know about working with a buyer's agent in Massachusetts. This article shares her experience and my recent experience with the buying process for a new home.

Why Regular Home Exterior Maintenance is Key: Avoid Costly Repairs by Staying Ahead of Damage

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:30:00 GMT

It can sneak up on you. The roof is getting older. It's hard to say when the siding was installed, and the peeling paint tells the story of when it was last tended to. Then there are the things that are hard to notice because you need to know what you're looking for. Most homeowners do not have enough experience with building and construction to make a list and take care of every preventative maintenance project on their own. When homeowners delay exterior maintenance, the cost of repairs ballooned compared with spotting potential problems and taking care of them early.

What to Know About Home Inspections in Massachusetts

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:00:00 GMT

I recently sat down with my sister, Leanne Mitchell, a local Realtor, to discuss what to know before buying a home in Massachusetts. This article shares her experience and my recent experience buying a new home.

Entertain with Ease: Crafting a Kitchen Perfect for Social Gatherings

Tommy@mitchcogroup.com (Tommy Mitchell) — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:45:00 GMT

When entertaining, your kitchen inevitably becomes the hub. Guests use other common areas, but the kitchen is always the focal point of activity when hosting friends and family. These events highlight the challenges of having a kitchen not designed for entertaining. You want a kitchen that makes gatherings more fun by increasing functionality and aesthetics.