Home Trends: Essentials for a Mudroom - Pedigo Construction Plano

The mudroom has come a long way since it’s origins. What was once a place to throw your bags and take off shoes has now become a hub of the home. If you are remodeling a Plano area home, we highly recommend adding a custom mudroom to the plan. Adding a mudroom does not have to be expensive and will pay dividends down the road in terms of resale and usability. You will wonder how you ever lived without a mudroom! Consider these essentials for planning your Plano mudroom today:

1.     Space for All

Pedigo Construction works with busy families every days – in fact we are busy families ourselves! – so we know a thing or two about all of the “stuff” that is brought in and out of the home each day. Soccer cleats, dance bags, purses, etc. When creating a mudroom, consider your family activities, and then give everyone their own unique space to store their personal gear. Most commonly this is done with easily accessible hooks, or even lockers for each family member.

2.     Non-skid, durable floors

Consider using a durable, non-skid floor in your mudroom space. Due to the high traffic, the floor will likely get muddy and wet on a regular basis, so easy cleaning is a must. Plus, you would hate for someone to slip and fall with wet shoes!

3.     Make it the Hub of the Home

Most custom, new construction Plano homes include elaborate mudrooms, with the idea that the mudroom is the hub of the home. Some are adjoined with the laundry room in a large, free-flowing space; others include an office and workspace for paying bills or working remotely. Consider adding an office, gift wrapping station, crafting area, and more to your Plano mudroom.

If you would like to include a mudroom with your Plano remodel, give Pedigo Construction a call today! Our team can design and build a mudroom to suit YOUR family’s specific needs. 

3 Tips for Choosing Wood Flooring - Pedigo Construction Dallas

Hardwood floors are definitely still the floor of choice – and are not going anywhere anytime soon. As you approach a Plano home remodel involving hardwood floors, its important to consider all the options for long-term value and aesthetic. Take these tips into account as you explore which choice is best for you:

Consider The Look You Want to Achieve

One of the great things about hardwood flooring is that it is so versatile. Traditional, contemporary, rustic, farmhouse – hardwood can make any room look amazing! Oak, hickory, maple, and cherry are primary choices for hardwood floors in Plano, with oak by far being the most popular. People love oak floors because they hold stain really well and can be customized to any shade of color you are trying to achieve. Cherry is popular in traditional homes; maple for more contemporary styles.

Consider Your Budget

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and hardwood flooring definitely has its share of admirers! The good news for Plano homeowners is that the alternatives get better and better in appearance! If you’re trying to save money on flooring, your best bet is going to be an engineered hardwood floor. Available in many colors, styles, and textures, the wood on the top is real, but then attached to a wood veneer underneath.

Consider the Traffic in the Room

Is your room a high traffic space? Then consider a floor with a matte finish vs. high gloss. High gloss floors show dirt and stains easily, making it a pain to maintain in areas of high traffic flow. Another alternative could be wood-like tile floors. Growing in popularity, the finishes can even mimic the look of hand scraped floors. These are perfect for homes with pools when wet bodies may be exiting and entering the home often.

Considering putting hardwood flooring in your Plano home remodel? Call the experts and Pedigo Construction today and let us give you the run down on all of the options available to you.

Get Your Patio Ready for Fall!

As the cooler air rolls into North Texas, many of us are thinking about football, campfires, crisp breezes, and hot apple cider. One thing you may not have thought about – sprucing up your outdoor space to make it Fall friendly.

Fall is a great season to spend outdoors, and Pedigo Construction in Plano, Texas can help get your backyard and patio ready for enjoying the cooler ready. Here are some tips for improving your outdoor space this Fall!

Add a Patio Cover

Over the last few years, Pedigo Construction has been very busy creating beautiful covered patios in Plano for our clients. A patio cover is a beautiful addition to any home and improves resale value by adding the feel of more usable square footage to the home. Our team of experts can easily help you create the feel of the space – whether you are wanting it to be a living room space where you can enjoy a football game on the patio, or if you want to use it to wine and dine with an outdoor kitchen installation.

Upgrade your Slab

No need to just have a boring concrete slab outside on your patio! Opt for stamped concrete, stained concrete, flagstone, or maybe pavers. Our team at Pedigo can help you decide which of these would best fit the needs and asthetic of your space.

Heat it Up

On those chilly Fall nights, nothing is better than sitting outdoors in front of a fire! Consider adding an outdoor fireplace or built in firepit to your outdoor space.

Pedigo Construction is a leader in outdoor kitchens and patios in Plano, Texas, and we’d love to help you with your project! We pride ourselves on creating spaces that seamlessly blend with the rest of your home, making sure that all new construction feels like it just fits – like it’s been there since day one. Let our staff show you why our aptitude for excellence with interior remodels makes us the number one choice in outdoor spaces in Plano!