Looking to do something amazing with your backyard and patio? Want to boost the value of your home with something unique? There are great home additions you can add to make your home and backyard amazing.

If you love grilling out and hosting parties in the summer, then you absolutely have to have an outdoor kitchen. Outdoor kitchens are the perfect way to entertain guests in the spring and summer. Have an outdoor barbeque without constantly having to go in and out of the house to get supplies. With an outdoor refrigerator you can stock beers, meats, veggies and condiments outside, so you won’t be running up your electric bill by constantly opening and closing the door. This way you can also serve your guests while making conversation. Outdoor kitchens often have all the great features of regular kitchens including sinks, refrigerators, cutting boards, towel racks and more. These features are just all centered around grill instead of a regular stove and oven.  Imagine sitting out on your beautiful patio cooking for all your friends, while the kids play in the lawn right in front of you.

Outdoor kitchens can range in prices depending on what kind of materials you want to use and what features are included. Done right, however, outdoor kitchens will last for years and are able to withstand the elements. They will also add value to your house and save you money on heating and cooling when cooking in the summer. An outdoor kitchen will easily recoup its investment in the amount of fun you have cooking outside in the summers.

If you are thinking about adding on an outdoor kitchen, or simply want to get some basic home remodeling, contact the friendly staff at Kliethermes. They are Columbia Mo home builders that would love to help you build or remodel your home.

If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen, then call Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling.  There expert staff has over thirty-five years experience in construction and remodeling. What started out as a small husband and wife company in 1976 has grown to a reputable company with twelve employees that are ready to help you remodel your home. Kliethermes can help you remodel your kitchen whether it’s as simple as installing new counters and appliances or updating your kitchen with new stainless steel fixtures and refacing the cabinets. Whether you want a cozy kitchen with country charm or a modern state-of-the-art energy efficient kitchen, Kliethermes can help you design and build your dream kitchen. Just imagine cooking Easter dinner on your brand new countertops with your state of the art double wall ovens. With tons of new counter space, the kitchen would be a great place for families to play games, have dinner or to teach your kids how to cook.

If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen, call the team at Kliethermes today so they can help you design your dream kitchen.

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The Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling team has completed a number of home additions, many of which included extra bedrooms. People have many different reasons for adding a bedroom to their home. Some may need another bedroom for a new baby, or if two of the children are too old to share a room any longer. Others may have a parent coming to live with them long term. No matter what the reason may be, Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling can help you add the perfect space.

When adding another bedroom to your home, consider who the space is for and what it will require. Those with growing families may want to add a new master suite to the home, and let one of the kids occupy the existing master. Would you want a walk-in closet with this space? Does this space require another bathroom?

Some families may find the need to create a new space in their home that their teenager or young adult can call their own. Occasionally, parents will decide to section off part of the basement and create a new bedroom there. Depending on the needs of the person occupying the new room, there may even be a need to create a separate entrance. If you are creating an extra room with your unused basement space, consider a full basement remodeling project as well.

If you are considering adding a new bedroom to your current home, the trusted experts at Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling are here to help you with your project from conception to completion. Our employees have years of experience in home remodeling, and we strive to be on time, on budget, happy clients and happy employees. Contact Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling to speak with our experts about your upcoming remodeling plans.

You may be thinking about a home remodeling project to spruce up your home. If you are going to be remodeling, you will want to spend the extra money to have your home insulated the right way in the process. New forms of insulation are on the market today that are vastly superior to the stuff builders insulated homes with in the past. Upgrading the insulation of your home can save you hundreds of dollars each year in heating costs. In the long run you will be saving large amounts of money retaining heat in the winter and air conditioning in the summer.

Even if you are not remodeling, it is still smart to have your home insulted with the new top-of-the-line insulation. While the cost upfront may not seem too appealing, you need to consider what you will end up saving during the years you spend in your home. Keep in mind that upgraded insulation as well as basement, bath and kitchen remodeling can all add value to your home.

There are also a few things you can do right away if you are not ready to spend the money on upgrading your insulation. Find out where air is leaking from your home. You can do this by walking past doors and windows with a lit incense and see where smoke gets sucked in or blown out. Once you find leaks you can seal them up with basic caulking. Adding caulking around windows and foam inserts in door frames can help keep warm air from escaping which in turn, saves you money.

If you want to upgrade your insulation, contact Kliethermes Homes & Remodeling. We will help you save money on heating and air conditioning bills while increasing the value of your home. Be sure to call the expert remodelers at Kliethermes for your next home remodeling project.

Game Room

Game rooms are great for families. It offers a welcoming place to escape while still being in your own home. Depending on the age of the children, a game room may serve different purposes. Younger children may need more open space where they can lay out their toys and play on the floor. Families with older children may want to fill the space with a pool table, air hockey, or foosball. Remodeling a basement into a game room creates the perfect opportunity for family bonding and a great place for anyone to hang out.

Craft Area

If members of your family are heavily involved in arts and crafts, creating a craft room may be just what you need to unleash that creative spirit. If your focus is textiles and sewing, you may want to add shelving to hold excess fabric and a large table for measuring purposes. Your remodeled basement could also serve as an art studio for members of your family who love to paint.

Man Cave

One of the most popular basement remodeling projects is the Man Cave. Guys always want a space in their home to call their own. An ultimate Man Cave usually features a custom bar area. Many guys have even opted to install a full kitchen so there is no need to keep running upstairs during a big game. You may also want to add a pool table or an arcade for additional entertainment. An in-home theater system complete with surround sound and an extra large television is a must for any Man Cave.

Second Living Room

A second living room is a basement remodeling project that can suit the needs of everyone in the family. They are also great for those with large families. A second living room creates another gathering area in the home, which is perfect when families members want to watch different TV shows or if the kids have a group of friends over. If you have your family over for the holidays, the second living room creates more space so everyone won’t be crammed into one or two rooms.

Kliethermes Homes & Remodeling has years of home remodeling experience. The Experts at Kliethermes have the knowledge and skills to complete any remodeling project. We will work with you and ensure the entire project meets your needs. If you are considering a basement remodeling project, contact the experts at Kliethermes for their professional opinion.

There are so many reasons to add a room to your home and there are so many possibilities that become available. Do you have a growing family? Maybe you will need to add an extra bedroom or bathroom to your home to keep everyone happy. Do you work from home often? A home office can be added so you can have a quiet area to work in your home without having to clutter other rooms with office equipment. Are you constantly entertaining? You may want to add a man-cave or entertaining area for guests.

New additions to your home can be added horizontally (beside existing room) or vertically (above existing room). Kliethermes will work with you to determine which will work best. The purpose of the room and the structure of your home will help us determine the proper placement.

Be aware that any remodeling project, or home addition is going to create stress on you and your family. It will probably be noisy for a while, and you may have more people walking around than normal. The experts at Kliethermes are very respectful and will do everything in their power to ensure that your life can continue as normally as possible with little interference from our team. The commotion that goes along with the addition will subside and you will be left with a beautiful new room in your home that is built to last. Contact Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling today and get a consultation for your next home addition.

Home appliances are one of the main contributors to the home energy bill. If you are planning a kitchen remodeling project, consider replacing your old fridge, stove, dishwasher, etc.  with new, energy efficient appliances. While the upfront costs may be greater than you were planning to spend, you will end up saving money on your energy bills in the long term. This is also evident in new washing machines and dryers. When planning a basement remodeling project, consider adding a laundry room with a new, energy efficient washer and dryer.  Any new energy efficient appliances you can add to your home will help you save money in the long term.

These new appliances are getting smarter and smarter as the technology evolves. They are now integrating with smart phones and other mobile devices. Imagine you refrigerator sending you an alert on your phone if you leave the door open. Or imagine your washing machine being able to track local energy usage to see the least costly time of day to run a load of laundry. These new appliances will be able to monitor usage, and items like your freezer will be able to determine the minimal amount of energy needed to keep food cold at various times of day.

Switching to energy efficient appliances will save you money, and help save our planet. Contact Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling, and start planning your energy efficient remodel today.

Are there homes in the area that you want to live that will accommodate the size of your family? Some folks compromise size and end up not having the space they really require a few years down the road. When building a custom home, you can plan ahead for all the space your family will ever need.

What are your wants? It is not always easy to find everything you want when buying an established home. Some family members may require a walk-in closet. Others may need a large garage to store their favorite car or have a place to put their tools and work bench. When building a custom home you can have your wants baked into the design. If you buy an established home you may need to take on some remodeling projects before your new home can really meet all of your requirements.

At the end of the day, everything comes down to your budget. If you are able to buy an established home at a reasonable price and still have money to remodel a kitchen, or add a garage, then buying a home may be the option for you. If you can afford the land and the build, a custom home will have all of your wants and needs built into the floor plans.

No matter which avenue you wish to pursue, Kliethermes Home and Remodeling can help. We build some of the finest custom homes in the Columbia, Missouri area, and also are responsible for truly beautiful remodeling projects. If you want to build a custom home, or remodel the home you recently purchased, Kliethermes has the answer.

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