Answers to the most frequently asked questions
Homes in areas like Shoreline, Edmonds, Everett, Silverlake, Mukilteo, and Mountlake Terrace often face moisture-related challenges due to the climate. These can include siding deterioration (LP, T1-11, cedar, older Hardie), aging roofs, galvanized plumbing in early builds, and outdated interiors from the 80s–2000s.
Minor remodels can take 3–5 weeks, especially kitchen or bathroom updates involving tile, countertop replacements, cabinetry work, or flooring. Larger renovations and additions may take longer depending on complexity and permitting timelines.
Many early-built homes in cities like Everett, Mukilteo, and Shoreline still have:
- Galvanized plumbing
- Vinyl windows reaching end-of-life
- Outdated electrical
- Aging roofs
These items often need evaluation before starting a renovation.
Homeowners in Edmonds, Silverlake, Mukilteo, and Everett commonly update:
- Oak or laminate cabinets from the 90s
- Laminate countertops
- Old vinyl flooring
Popular upgrades include modern cabinets, quartz counters, tile backsplashes, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and open-concept layout adjustments.
In many local homes—especially in Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, and Everett—bathrooms built with fiberglass surrounds or older tile often show moisture wear. Replacing these with tiled showers, updated vanities, better lighting, and waterproof flooring provides strong ROI.
Cities like Shoreline, Edmonds, Everett, and Mountlake Terrace are increasingly ADU-friendly. Many homes—especially tri-levels and townhomes with basements—are good candidates for ADUs or rentable units. Feasibility depends on zoning, lot size, access, and egress.
Homes in Everett, Silverlake, and Mukilteo commonly have siding materials that deteriorate due to moisture (LP, T1-11, cedar). If you see warping, swelling, dry rot, or paint failure, it may be time to upgrade to fiber cement (like Hardie) or engineered wood siding.
Many Silverlake homes (especially from the 80s–90s) show:
- Galvanized plumbing
- Settling cracks
- Outdated builder-grade materials
- Need for bathroom and kitchen modernization
Yes! Renovation services are typically offered across:
Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Edmonds, Everett, Mukilteo, Silverlake, Redmond, Brier, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Eastmont, Kirkland, Meadowdale, Woodinville, Cottage Lake, Maltby, Snohomish, Silver Fir, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Mill Creek, Bothell, Lynnwood etc.
