Top 6 Holiday Planning Tips for the Home

In just a few short weeks, friends and family will gather together to celebrate the holiday season. If it is your turn to host the holiday party, you’ll want to make sure home is ready for the challenge. While we don’t have the time to make major changes, there still are several small things you can do to help ensure…

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Adding a New Living Space to a Kirkwood Home | The Build Out

In our previous blog entry, we examined the first phase of a room addition project for a Kirkwood home. Room addition projects are extremely common with growing American families. So, as a home remodeler we have become extremely efficient in the process.   In less than one week, the RIGGS crew was able to dig/pour the foundation and complete the…

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Adding a New Living Space to a Kirkwood Home | Breaking Ground

Outgrowing the home. It is a dilemma that many American families face at one point or another. The good thing is, you do not have to lose the home of your dreams. Often times, the best way to get the new, expanded space you need is through a room addition.   Recently, we began a room addition project for a…

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That’s Hot: Bathroom Tile

Recently, we have seen homeowners turn their attention towards their bathrooms. These projects have ranged from simple replacements of vanities and fixtures to complete master suite renovations. As diverse as the project scopes may sound, the one common denominator we’re seeing is the use of tile. In the past, tile was seen as an essential component of the bathroom. While…

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October 2013 Newsletter

As the summer sun begins to set, it is time we look ahead for what is sure to be a festive fall. From Friday night lights at Lyons Stadium to Saturday morning strolls through the Kirkwood Farmers Market-the fall season is always merry here in Kirkwood. Speaking of merry, the holiday season is just around the corner. Whether it’s grandma…

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Creve Coeur MO Remodeling | Building a Bridge

When venturing into a remodeling project, you might discover that parts of your home aren’t up to code. While on the surface the issues might seem minor, it is always important to make sure every aspect of your home is in quality condition. Recently, RIGGS was called to a home in Creve Coeur to repair the deck on the front…

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Top 5 Ways to Identify a Remodeling Scam

The decisions made during the planning of a home remodeling project can dramatically affect both the experience and the finished product. When selecting a remodeler, it is imperative that you do your homework before you ever sign a contract.Remodeling Scams Here are a few tips that will help you during the selection process: Always Hire Local:: If there are any…

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Fixing the unfixable

Is there something about your home that you have always disliked, but fear it is—for lack of a better word—unfixable? For some, it might be the location of the laundry room—while others may hate their double garage doors. At RIGGS Company & Design, we are committed to helping homeowners create spaces that fully meet all of their wants and needs….

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The Forgotten Winter Maintenance Tips

At RIGGS Company & Design, we love the fall and winter season. From Friday night lights at Lyons Stadium to Saturday morning strolls through the Kirkwood Farmers Market—the winter months are always merry here in Kirkwood. As we inch closer to the winter months, we thought we would offer up a few tips that would help you prepare your home…

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The Return of Subway Tile

The world of home design and remodeling is constantly evolving and changing. From the shag carpet craze to the vinyl window movement in the mid-90s—new design trends are always popping up. And sometimes these trends are a blast from the past.   Subway tile, a once standard feature in both kitchens and bathrooms, is making a major comeback in 2013….

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