Makeover your Old Sidewalk – Outdoor Remodeling in St. Louis

Preserving a home’s charm sometimes proves to be a trying task; however, there are several cost-efficient ways to ensure your home doesn’t lose its luster. Recently, many homeowners have been opting to resurface their aging concrete walkways and driveways in lieu of complete replacement. This process is not only ¼ of the cost, but in many cases, outshines a freshly…

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How to Keep your St. Louis Home Cool this Summer

As the mercury level rises, so does the cost of cooling our home. While our first reaction to the sweltering summer sun might be to crank up the AC, there are other ways to keep cool without breaking the bank. In this blog entry, we will offer up a few tricks that will lower your energy bill and reduce your carbon…

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There is no project too big or small

What does the term “home renovation” mean to you? For many it means large-scale remodeling projects that require time and a big budget. While we will certainly take care of these requests, we are more than happy to tend to even your most basic needs.   During the summer season, Mother Nature has a habit of wreaking havoc on our…

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Keeping our children safe one design at a time

Toddlers look at the world as a wondrous place filled with new and exciting adventures around every corner. While a child’s sense of curiosity is one of their most likable traits, it is also what can put them in harm’s way. If you’re moving into a new home or are looking to spruce up your current abode, here are a…

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An Estimate vs. Quote

As leaders in the home remodeling arena, we feel it is our duty to educate the public on any potential remodeling scams that may be going on in the community. There is a slew of what we call, “fly by night” contractors floating around our neighborhoods. Their mission is simple: to make a quick buck—no matter what!   Many of…

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Pinterest: Reshaping the design world

Venturing into the world of home remodeling can seem quite daunting. From selecting a color scheme to choosing between vinyl or laminated flooring—your options seem limitless. Recently, many homeowners have turned to the social site Pinterest for design inspiration.   According to AllFacebook.com, Pinterest is now the largest social media channel with over 6 million active users. Pinterest is essentially…

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Home Remodeling: Recycling your kitchen cabinets

At the conclusion of any remodeling project, one question always remains: “What are we going to do with the old stuff?”  You could follow the classic method and send everything to the landfill or you could find ways to utilize these old items in different areas of your home. One of the more common pieces that end up on the…

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The Misconceptions of Building Green

In recent years, sustainable building has become a real hot topic for not only the consumer, but home builders alike. At RIGGS Company & Design, we are proud to say that we have been practicing responsible building techniques since 1959. We know how important “going green” is and what is takes to get there… but do you?   Let’s take…

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Christmas Tree Safety

Who can forget when Clark Griswold’s tree went up in flames, due to Uncle Lewis’s cigar in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? It may have been one of the funniest holiday movie moments of all time, but it also highlights a serious concern for homeowners – Christmas tree fires.   Clark’s tree was “ugly”, except its actual problem was the fact…

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Remodeling with a Return

Every year Remodeling Magazine produces a Cost vs. Value Report on the top home remodeling projects which offer the best return on investment. As you might expect many of the top ROI projects are home improvements, as opposed to large additions like bedrooms or family rooms. Since the recession, we have seen a shift happen in the types of projects…

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