One of the biggest challenges as a remodeling contractor is figuring out how to adequately heat and cool new spaces. In general, interior renovations are fairly straight forward. However, a new room addition can pose a problem from time to…
During the thirty plus years Gettum Associates has been in business we have seen a lot! Economically, there have been many ups and many downs, which is completely normal and expected. One of the most often asked questions is “should…
When homeowner’s ask, “what is the best place to put their hard earned money?”, most answers involve increasing the curb appeal of your home. Sprucing up curb appeal can be done in a number of different ways. For some, upgrading…
With such a wide range in remodel project pricing, it’s no wonder many contemplate hiring an individual versus a professional remodel contractor. Homeowner’s often get contact information of potential contractor’s from their friends and family, neighbors, or online groups such…
The following is an article, found in our archives, written many years ago by company founder and CEO, Phil Gettum. A funny, and true story about the importance of dust and flooring protection while remodeling a home. It was the…
Let’s face it. Remodeling is a bit like child birth. Initially there’s some fear, some anxiety and admittedly… a little discomfort during the process. Just as these raw emotions vanish when a mother looks into the eyes of her newborn,…