- Kitchen RemodelingCreating a larger kitchen was a must for this family of five with three boys. We opened up several walls to create a large “sit-up” granite island with five stools. Creamy white glazed cabinets and a crisp white subway tile backsplash with glass tile accents lightened and brightened the space. Spacious granite countertops for homework and dining, plus ample cabinet storage and a desk/computer area for recipes, emails and research have made this kitchen a hard-working center of activity for this busy family.
- Bathroom RemodelingEvery morning you start your day in the bathroom. Is it ready for a renovation? The payoff for a bathroom remodel can not only improve the value of your home but your enjoyment of the space. By upgrading your bathroom, you start your day in a nice space that suits your style. Granite remnants, leftovers from kitchen projects, are economical and make beautiful vanity countertops. Kohler under mount sinks cost less than $150 and a new toilet, nice tiled shower and new hardware can have a dramatic impact.
- FlooringWe have a few design notes regarding porches. Flying bugs don’t crawl up through the gaps in the decking so don’t place screen below the deck. It catches dirt and provides no additional protection from bugs. Skylights placed in the porch ceiling bring light into the windows below and provide nice bounced light inside the porch. Tile flooring on a screen porch adds a touch of indoor elegance and we use special adhesives and grout for outdoor applications.
- Door Installation/Replacement
- Drywalls
- Basement RemodelingBasement remodeling projects are easier then full room additions minimizing project time and cost. The walls and the floor are already in place and there is easy access to plumbing and electrical. Converting an unfinished basement into a comfortable living space often adds more real estate value than it costs. In the Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest home market, basement remodels can really make your property stand out and be more attractive to potential buyers down the road.
- Framing
- Tile Installation
- FireplacesIn working with our clients to set their priorities, we determined that a first floor master suite with plenty of storage was a must, as was a spacious new kitchen. Moving the laundry from the second floor and widening the doorways was important to improve the home’s accessibility. Rebuilding the screened porch completed the priority list. Now the kitchen opens to the new den with built-ins and fireplace, and French doors open to an upgraded and roomier screened porch.
- Skylight Repair/Replacement
- Cabinet Installation
- Room AdditionsSome houses have charm, location and great landscaping but are simply too small or don’t have a basement to remodel. Room additions require more sophisticated design than interior renovation projects. After completing over six hundred renovations and additions in Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest; we know how, where and what it costs to add on to an existing home.
- New Construction
- DemolitionWe provide job site cleanup and bring HEPA filter vacuums when we do the careful tear out, formerly called “demolition”. Vacuuming and smart dust protection are key activities in good project management.
- Sunrooms
- Landscaping
- Window Installation/Replacement
- DecksOutdoor Living spaces in our area bring months of enjoyment because of our favorable climate. With typically mild winters, our clients enjoy their outdoor living spaces almost year-round. We design and build screen porches, open porches, stone patios, sunrooms and decks. Outdoor Living is one of the fastest growing aspects of the remodeling industry nationwide. Outdoor living is more popular than ever and we could say “living out is in” but we won’t.
- Patios
- SidingPrevious renovations left the rear elevation with a hodgepodge of rooflines and tacked-on projections. We designed one new gable roof to contain the den addition, screened porch and master suite closets. We also restored the wood siding, which qualified for a NC tax credit. This complete first floor makeover gives the owners more living space and allows the second story to be used for home offices, an art studio and guest accommodations.
- Porches
- Painting
- CarpentryHank lives with his wife Beth in a home that he has remodeled several times over the years. When he’s not working, he likes to hike, practice yoga and travel. Before starting Wood Wise, Hank taught school, taught carpentry and built solar homes in Vermont. His early decision to hire only nonsmokers has set the carpentry staff apart from other Raleigh remodelers. He has attracted the friendliest, most talented personnel. Hank has an easy-going management style with an emphasis on top-quality craftsmanship and inspired design ideas. Wood Wise’s commitment to the environment includes building homes that use eco-friendly materials. “Wood Wise people are great team players,” says Hank. “Our intention is to be good partners with all of our homeowners. We accept your trust and feel responsible to deliver on our promise to be really good at what we do. When you decide to remodel, we can help.”
- MasonryOutdoor living sometimes calls for outdoor fireplaces. Outdoor fireplaces come with gas logs or in wood burning models so you can cozy up to the fire on a cool evening while sipping a nice Cabernet. Terraces often have masonry fireplaces and built-in grills to add to the outdoor experience.