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In this podcast I cover off our status with the basement, where we are today, where we’re headed with the rest of the reno, costs and whether its worth it to DIY your basement. I’m going to cover off in future podcasts the steps I took to complete my basement including framing, electrical, insulation, sub […]The post TT24: Building Your Own Basement appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Smart homes are being a popular DIY project for homeowners. The desire to have everything at the control of their finger tips is often a discussion at social gatherings. They are in ooh and ahh of all the gadgets I have in my house. From being able to control my video door bell, to opening […]The post TT23: Make Your Home Smarter appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Early warning signs of a contractor can be subtle at times, but evident at others. As a homeowner you owe yourself and your family the obligation to ensure work is done in a safe and professional way. Failure to do so can cost you lots of money. In this podcast I cover off several early […]The post TT22: Early Warning Signs of a Bad Contractor appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Kitchen renovations are considered to be one of the best renovation projects in terms of payback. The kitchen is the heart of the home and often contributes significantly to whether a buyer will purchase the home or not. I know I have covered off kitchen renovations in the past but I want to provide you […]The post TT21: Kitchen Renovation Return on Investment appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Before I get into my five tips to designing the ultimate nursery, I have to say i’m delighted to be back and humbled by all the emails I got over the past few months. Yes I’ve been MIA for the past few months because life got super busy with my twins who just turned a […]The post TT20: Five Tips to Designing the Ultimate Nursery appeared first on Tool and Tie.

So you’ve decided you want to create a mancave? excellent choice. I’m actually in the process of creating a mancave myself. Now to really have a mancave there are 5 key things you need to have in order to earn the title of “mancave”. In the absence of these 5 key items, you just have […]The post TT19: Five Mancave Must Have’s appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Finishing a basement can be an exciting but sometimes scary process. There are so many things that can go wrong if you aren’t careful or hire somebody who isn’t careful in getting the work done. While designing a basement can see multiple configurations, there are a few key fundamental things anybody looking to finishing a […]The post TT18: Five Basement Finishing Tips appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Many people have been contemplating whether they should cut the cord. The big question is whether they can stay away from that oh so convenient TV guide and the tons and tons of channels that come with those expensive cable packages. We contemplated the same and the result? Tune in to this weeks podcast as […]The post TT17: Cut the Cord appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Wouldn’t it be just great to get up in the morning and not have to beat traffic to make it to work in time? Well that possibility may exist for you depending on how diligent you are with your craft. Welcome to the 21st century where a large number of transactions are online driven. What […]The post TT016: Make Money Selling your Craft Online appeared first on Tool and Tie.

In this weeks episode, I tackle 5 key questions that came from you, the audience. First off I want to thank you for taking the time to ask me these questions and second Poonam picked these questions because they resonate with a larger audience. Please continue to send me questions to sats@toolandtie.com or send me […]The post TT015: Your Questions Answered appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Seeding vs. Sodding, the decision that most home owners face when spring kicks around. It’s one of those decisions that tests your budget and patience. We recently took on our own backyard project and chose one over the other, which one? read on… The decision of whether to seed or sod can be a confusion […]The post TT014: Seed vs. Sod & DIY Home Irrigation appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Taking a vacation? Did you know some of the biggest disasters in your home could occur when you’re away. From water damage to theft, home owners that left for a beautiful vacation would be coming home a disaster. There are however a few things a homeowner can do to minimize their chances of walking home […]The post TT013: Home Tips While on Vacation appeared first on Tool and Tie.

In this episode I talk about flipping properties and reflect back on our experience. When you are looking to flip properies for families as opposed to investors (covered in the last podcast), you always want to try to make an emotional connection with future purchasers. When you look to invest for investors to purchase your […]The post TT012: Flipping Properties appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Flipping properties can sometimes be a daunting task. Without the proper background on understanding your audience, homeowners can sometimes make unnecessary investments that can spiral their investment down the toilet. Homeowners can spend a ton of money on kitchen renovations or bathrooms to spruce them up. Most of the time they consider what others buyers would like if they […]The post TT011: Investment Properties appeared first on Tool and Tie.

When selecting flooring options for your home, home owners are typically faced with the dilemma of flooring style and the various options. In this episode, I talk about the various flooring options, where to use them and where not to use them. I don’t cover installation options because I prefer that be covered in a […]The post TT 010: Flooring Options appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Home automation has come a long way over the last 3-5 years. The term Internet of things (IoT) has become a buzz word as of late. There are many home automation systems out there including Wink, Smart things, staples connect, Revolv etc. However I have been exclusively using the Wink platform and I’m about to […]The post TT 009: Home Automation – Wink Review appeared first on Tool and Tie.

In this episode we cover off wainscoting and our journey down wainscot lane. Wainscoting adds a beautiful element to any home that brings out a rich look and a pop that leaves visitors in awe of your beautiful home. To give you an idea of the possibilities behind wainscoting, here is a before and after […]The post TT 008: Wainscoting appeared first on Tool and Tie.

In this episode, Poonam and I will be talking about accent walls. There are so many options on the market today that picking and choosing the right one can sometimes be a task. So in this podcast we aim to simplify things as much as we can. More specifically, we cover off horizonal, vertical, painted, […]The post TT 007: Accent Walls appeared first on Tool and Tie.

What is cooking guys? This week I’m excited to be sharing some technology tips for you home improvement enthusiasts out there. I’m actually going to dedicate this week’s episode to an app that I absolutely love using to help me design and visualize my space. The app is called Interior Design for iPad made by […]The post TT 006: Interior Design App appeared first on Tool and Tie.

Want to Build Your Own Cabinets? This episode is jam packed with some great details on how to build your own cabinets. You know I spent nearly $25,000 on my kitchen cabinets and counter tops. Had I known what I know today about building cabinet, I could have saved almost half that amount with no […]The post TT 005: Build Your Own Custom Cabinets appeared first on Tool and Tie.