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Meet the Mosby Expeditor

Miscellaneous, Q & A

Job titles are usually reflective of what a person does, like lawyer, doctor or firefighter…But within an organization, there are some roles that don’t quite capture what that person actually does. Take as example, an Expeditor in the remodeling industry. You walk...

We’re Here to Help You Age Safely in Your Home

Accessible Design, Q & A, Remodeling

Aging is an inevitable part of life. And while getting older often leaves us feeling powerless, just know it is possible to live many happy years in the one place that gives you the most comfort – your home. Mosby Building Arts President, Mark McClanahan, is a part of...

Residential Zoning and Coding

Architecture, Q & A

      Arthur Merdinian, Home Consultant & Architect  The idea of remodeling your home may seem like a fantasy come true – with the wave of a wand everything will magically be new and beautiful. But in reality, there are many more...

Should I Remodel My Home or Move

Accessible Design, Designer Talk, Home Makeovers, Q & A, Remodeling

Does your home feel outdated? Do you feel cramped and need more space? Before you decide to make a major move and contact a real estate agent, we want to provide you with some information regarding the idea of moving vs. remodeling. You should consider and weigh both...

What are my financing options when it comes to remodeling my home?

Architecture, Business, Miscellaneous, Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Do you have a wish list of things you would like to change about your home? Maybe you’ve been dreaming about remodeling your dated kitchen and replacing it with a modern, family-friendly farmhouse kitchen. Or you fantasize about a new hall bathroom that doesn’t make...

How To Choose A Remodeling Company

Architecture, Business, Q & A, Remodeling, Repairs & Advice

This is a good question especially considering the tarnished image of the remodeling industry.  Nationally, remodeling companies are known for causing significant cost overruns, major delays in production, delivering poor quality, and on the extreme, behaving...

Q&A: What’s the Difference Between Design-Build and Remodeling?

Design & Remodeling, Q & A, Remodeling

  We recently sat down with the leader of the Mosby Building Arts Planning and Design team, Jack Culian. He detailed the difference of design-build vs. remodeling projects, and revealed a new design innovation coming to Mosby in 2017. Here are Jack’s answers to 4...

Q&A: What Differentiates the Mosby Production Team?

Design & Remodeling, Q & A, Remodeling

We recently sat down with the guiding lights of the Mosby Building Arts production team to learn what motivates their commitment to excellence. Tyler Cluff, the Vice President of Production, has been with Mosby since 2003. Tina Reese, Production Department Manager,...

Q&A: Blocking Nicotine Stained Walls

Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Question We just purchased a home from a smoker and have been cleaning it up. We have scrubbed it down, replaced the carpets, cleaned the ductwork and repainted every square inch of the home and, thankfully, the odor is gone. Unfortunately, we are now getting...

Q&A: What Type of Light Bulbs Should I Use?

Q & A

Question When it comes to replacing lightbulbs, there’s so many changes and so many choices. How do you compare watts to lumens? And what type of bulbs are the best to replace the traditional incandescent? Any advice to simplify shopping for light bulbs would be most...

Q&A: The Difference Between Retail and Contractor-Grade Faucets

Bathrooms, Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Question We’re getting ready to remodel our bathroom and picking out fixtures. There’s a great price difference between faucets on the shelf at Home Depot or Lowe’s and those available through our contractor’s plumbing suppliers. Even when it’s the same make and...

Q&A: How to Properly Remove Snow From a Deck

Decks, Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Question We have a new wood deck, and with snow in the forecast, we need to know the best way to remove snow without causing damage. Also, what type of ice melt should we use for it? Answer Great questions! We will break this down into two separate categories, and the...

Q&A: What Causes a Wet Garage Floor?

Q & A, Repairs & Advice, Water Management

Question With the fall and winter weather, the floor of the garage tends to be damp on a number of days, as if it were condensation. Do you have any suggestions as to how we can cure this problem? Answer Condensation, or moisture out of the air, causes the wet...

Q&A: When to Use a Nail or Screw?

Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Question How do you know when it’s better to use a nail or screw? Answer Ah, the eternal question! Unlike the Coke or Pepsi debate, nail or screw does have a correct answer – many correct answers because it depends on the context. In general, nails handle shear weight...

Q&A: Moldy Paint & Respiratory Ailments

Q & A, Repairs & Advice

Question Three weeks ago I repainted our bedroom walls using paint that was about 7 years old. It mixed well so I assumed it was fine to use. After applying the paint I noticed an odor unlike any smell I had ever experienced before. It was so strong that we...