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How To Improve Your Outdoor Space

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· June 18, 2013

The St. Louis summer season is in full swing! That means it is time for backyard bingo, outdoor soirees and—our personal favorite— barbeques! In an effort to fully maximize the outdoor space, many homeowners are investing their remodeling efforts into their deck or patio. Here are a few basic tips that will not only improve the aesthetics of your space,…

An Estimate vs. Quote

Posted by RIGGS Company

· April 30, 2012

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…

Clients and Remodeling

Posted by RIGGS Company

· November 10, 2010

The backbone of any business is your client. All businesses have the same clients because there are only so many people out there and in essence, we all provide to the same people in some form or another. But for every business, the client takes on a different personality based on their need and what they are buying. When…

Remodel, or Build a New Home?

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· August 30, 2010

For a remodeling company based in Kirkwood, MO it is out of the ordinary to be preparing to build a 4200 square foot custom home 45 miles away in New Melle, MO. Bill Riggs, vice president and “top gun” sales person for RIGGS Company & Design met with these potential clients that wanted to remodel their existing home. He…

Time Management

Posted by RIGGS Company

· September 17, 2009

My father began teaching me about managing time when I was about 5 years old. He was very much from the old school of work hard, earn your keep and keep your mouth shut. I vividly remember him stopping me in mid stride and asking, “Where are you going?” I replied, “I’m going outside to play.” He said, “Well, take…

Basement Renovation Challenges – Headroom

Posted by RIGGS Company

· August 19, 2009

In previous posts about basement finishes we’ve talked about the challenges of egress and moisture. There is one more design challenge – headroom. If you live in an older home you are already aware of low basement ceilings and HVAC ductwork or bearing beams that are potential head bumpers. The floor structure at the bottom of your stairs is another…

Remodeling and Downsizing – With Luxury and Style

Posted by RIGGS Company

· June 30, 2009

Downsizing one’s home is becoming a very popular trend with the Baby Boomer generation. Multiple bedrooms, bathrooms and larger living spaces just aren’t as necessary as they once were when the house was full of kids. Of course, there are the grandkids but that’s planned as a short stay during vacations or overnight visits. Energy costs and general maintenance and…

Historic Home Renovations in the St. Louis Area

Posted by RIGGS Company

· April 8, 2009

Having a remodeling company that has been based in Kirkwood for 50 years, we have participated in many historic renovations. We have also done dozens of projects in other communities such as Webster Groves, University City, Soulard and downtown St. Louis. In fact, RIGGS Company & Design won a Chrysalis Award for the best historic renovation in the nation on…

Welcome to Riggs’ Blog

Posted by RIGGS Company

· January 1, 2009

Welcome to the RIGGS Company & Design Blog! With the launching of our new web site comes this new feature, our remodeling blog. We hope this blog will be entertaining, informative and read by all of our clients, future clients and anyone who is interested in remodeling. I’ll be writing many of the blogs but I’ll also bring…

How To Improve Your Outdoor Space

An Estimate vs. Quote

Clients and Remodeling

Remodel, or Build a New Home?

Time Management

Basement Renovation Challenges – Headroom

Remodeling and Downsizing – With Luxury and Style

Historic Home Renovations in the St. Louis Area

Welcome to Riggs’ Blog

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