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Local Home Remodeling Contractors are Orange County’s Property Brothers

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Brothers Joe and Jason Mueller are turning homeowner’s remodeling dreams into reality. These local home remodeling contractors have a winning formula for turning “blah” bathrooms into luxury spas and “so-so” kitchens into splendid spaces for preparing and sharing food. Their creations delight and amaze Orange County homeowners who want a new look for their home. Whether it is traditional, transitional, contemporary or modern Inspired Remodels delivers time and again.

The Design-Build Difference

So, what’s the difference? Part of the winning formula is the way the brothers approach home remodeling and construction. In the traditional model, you work with a designer or architect to create the design of the remodeled or added space. The design documents establish the layout of walls, cabinetry, fixtures and finishes. Next step: hire a contractor to build based on the design. The homeowner is the go-between.

Inspired Remodels takes a different approach. It might even remind you of the HGTV hit, Property Brothers. Joe works with the homeowner to create a design that incorporates the must-have design features to make the room workable. Next, he layers on the finishes and fixtures to delight the eye. Joe’s design presentation shows how the finished project will appear. Then Jason springs into action. As the project manager, he brings in skilled tradesmen to do the work. Just as on the TV show, one brother is the design visionary and the other brother is a construction wizard. These local home remodeling contractors are a real dynamic duo.

The Customer Service Difference

Home remodeling is stressful. Inspired Remodels works hard to minimize the stress. Your house is your home – it’s not just another job site. That’s a small difference in attitude that makes a big difference in your discomfort level during the remodeling process. Inspired Remodels wants to makes the process as easy as possible. You know remodeling is messy, but Inspired Remodels is known for paying attention to keeping things as neat as possible. Just look at what Maria has to say:

“Very conscientious about neatness. Joe and the team are awesome! Love the finished product and would gladly have them come again.”

In addition, Jason, as your project manager, is designated to be at your side every step of the way. That means you have a dedicated point of contact if questions or concerns arise. Communication is so much easier when you only need to work with one person.

Your home remodeling contractor is only as good as the people performing the work. Inspired Remodels carefully vets the craftsmen they bring into your home. Only the best of the best will do for your project.

Pick a Side or Pick a Room

No, we don’t mean to pick one brother over the other! We want you to see for yourself how Inspired Remodels makes interior remodeling dreams come true. So, pick a room in your house, pick a side of your house, or look at a whole house remodel. Review the kitchen remodel portfolio. Peruse the bathroom remodel examples.

That’s just the beginning. Custom fireplaces, entries, outdoor kitchens and even more. Inspired Remodels can add a room or remodel the entire home. Don’t move – improve.

Call today (949) 716-1938.

Orange County Home Improvement Contractor Creates Fabulous Fireplaces

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Fall is most certainly here. With temperatures falling, you might be thinking about cozying up to the fire. Did you know that fireplaces have design trends just like all elements of home decor? They do! And whether you have a gas or wood burner, Inspired Remodels is the Orange County home improvement contractor that can update your fireplace. Keep the chill at bay while relaxing by your fabulous fireplace. Here’s some ideas to get you inspired.

Natural Finishes

Nothing looks warmer than the natural look of brick or stone. These materials harken back to when fire was essential to keeping the house warm and food cooked. These days, stacked stone is the perfect fusion of modern look with classic material. No matter the tone, you are sure to get a warm, natural look.

home improvement contractor adds light color stacked stone to update fireplace

Stacked stone fireplace surround – light palette

Stacked stone in gray palette

The same materials that provide a modern look to these fireplaces can also be used when you want a rustic feel. Note the raised hearth, always a popular design.

home improvement contractor gets rustic look fireplace with stacked stone

Rustic Look with stacked stone

Marvelous Mantels

The mantel can be a focal point for the fireplace or the perfect accent. Like a string of pearls sets off a little black dress, a mantle is the finishing touch. Whether it holds a collection of keepsakes or carefully staged artwork, a mantel is essential if you want a fabulous fireplace. One of the latest trends is to create a classic look by integrating the mantle with the fireplace trim.

Classic Mantle

Whether its classic Grecian or traditional Federalist, the integrated mantle is a trend with legs (pun intended). This design will still look fresh in 10 years.

Another Take on a Classic

The mantle can also be designed to coordinate with existing woodwork and pull together custom cabinetry. These built-ins and mantle go together like peas and carrots or chocolate and peanut butter. If you wanted to mount a flat screen television over this fireplace, the cabinetry would be perfect for hiding the cable box or DVR.

However, if your taste trends minimalist, you should consider the floating mantle. It honors the original mantle. That’s because the mantle originated as a chimney-piece that projected over the fire to collect smoke. They were a focal point of the fireplace. Like their ancestors, floating mantles provide the focal point.

Floating Mantle

The contrast of white on gray makes this floating mantle the focal point of the fireplace.

This Home Improvement Contractor Knows Fireplaces

When it’s time to select a home improvement contractor to update your fireplace, make sure you pick a contractor that understands both the form and function of the fireplace. For example, mounting a flat screen TV above the fireplace requires consideration of viewing angle (LCDs need to be viewed straight on) and temperature as well as using special hardware. A real pro knows this.

You also want to make sure your fireplace is safe. Pick a home improvement contractor that is comfortable working with your fuel-style (woodburning or gas log).

Don’t play with fire, contact Inspired Remodels at (949) 716-1938 to schedule your consultation.

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Bathroom Contractor Talks Tile

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Bathrooms get wet. It’s their job. Every bathroom contractor knows that wet areas are no place for fiber surface floors. That’s why carpet isn’t used in bathrooms. Fibers plus water equals mold. That’s an equation for disaster. But tile plus water equals easy care. They are a match made in heaven. Tile provides a hard surface that doesn’t hold water. Mold dies a dry death without water. And when it comes to tile, you have so many options: natural stone, ceramic and porcelain are the most popular for the bathroom.

Carrara and Calcatta Tile

Italian Carrara marble has been revered for centuries. Michelangelo’s Pietà is carved from Carrara marble. Carrara and Calcatta tiles are natural stone options that are perfect for serene bathroom style.

Both are white with veins of black, gray, and gold. And, both of these materials are quarried in Italy. But, there are differences. The veins on Cararra are blurred and the white is not pure white. It’s still quite lovely, but it is less costly than Calcatta. When you compare Carrara and Calcatta the difference is obvious. Calcatta is very white and the vein lines are crisp and clear. It is a more costly marble.

Granite Tile

Like Carrara or Calcatta marble, granite is a hard-working, hard surface for the bathroom. It stands up to heat, humidity, and splashes of water. Granite is perfect for countertops, showers, shower benches, or floors. Did you know that granite is a great conductor of heat? Granite tiles installed over a heating mat make for toasty toesies on cool mornings.

Don’t think you need granite on every inch of the floor to enjoy the natural look of this stone. Here, granite accents make all the difference in this floor design.

And speaking of accents, notice how this granite tub surround plays well with the white of the soaking tub and the gray of the walls. Very soothing!

Porcelain Tile

When it comes to versatility, porcelain tile is the winner. Ceramic and porcelain are both made from clay and then fired. Porcelain clay is more refined and purer than plain ceramic clay. It’s also fired at a higher temperature. The result is tile with a low moisture absorption rate. It resists stains and water. The sky is the limit when it comes to sizes, shapes, colors, and styles. Just take a look at this bathroom.

Porcelain tile is used throughout. But, while the tiles are all in the same color palette, they are very different. Notice the different shapes. The hexagons on the floor contrast with the rectangles on the wall. This breaks up the space and successfully pairs large and small sized shapes for maximum eye appeal. Porcelain can even resemble wood.

This tile has all the warmth of the look of wood with all the durability of porcelain tile.

The Right Floor from the Right Bathroom Contractor

Get the right floor for your bathroom. Work with the right bathroom contractor. Inspired Remodels is the Orange County bathroom contractor that understand bathrooms are hard-working rooms. Jason and Joe Mueller design and then build functional and fabulous bathrooms using a variety of materials.

Dreams become reality when Inspired Remodels is on the job. Find out what tile works best with your sense of style and budget. Call (949) 716-1938 today. Need inspiration? Check out our bathroom remodel portfolio.

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