Beisa's Legacy - Remodeling Contractor

How We Find Our Favorite Things Have you ever wondered how we find all the tiles, carpet, flooring and furnishings that we use in our remodeling projects? Maybe it's the same way you find out about new styles and trends- we scour sites like Pinterest , Facebook , HGTV and others. We check out blogs like Coco Kelly  and the Inspired Room . Where are you finding your inspiration? Let us know in the comments.

Will You Be Able to Age in Your Place? | Portland, Or We all get older. It happens to the best of us.  The National Center for Biotechnology Information says that hearing and vision impairments dramatically increase the risk for falls, which in turn, leads to increased loss of mobility.  What if more lighting could help? The National Council on Aging says more lighting- especially at the top and bottom of stairs  can help prevent falls- with will help keep you up and moving longer.  The Centers for Disease Control take the lighting recommendation one step further and advocate for light switches at the bottom and top of every staircase.  Both sources also say handrails- on both sides of the staircase and next to the toilet and in a spot suitable for helping you get into and out of a shower or tub are a good idea as well.  If you want to stay in your home while you enjoy your golden years, you need to take control of the situation now! Ca...

Interior Color | St. Johns Interior paint is a big choice. Color influences out mood, our outlook and shapes how we are perceived by others. That's a whole lot riding on your choice of paint.  Luckily, there's help. The design team at Beisa's Legacy has years of experience they're willing to share. If you're not ready to call a home remodeling company, you can try the Sherwin Williams color visualization tool -  We went ahead and took it on a test drive. It's pretty easy to use and gives you a good idea how a specific color changes the look and feel of a given room.  So go ahead, explore how color can change your world. Once you've picked your paint, be sure to give the interior painting professionals at Beisa's Legacy a call.  1 (503) 676-6702

Remodeling Terms, or Say What? | Troutdale    When you start the process of remodeling your home, you may get a little lost in the jargon used by your contractor and other building professionals as they talk about your project and what's being done.  Mud: Plaster, stucco and other liquidly material used to coat a surface.  Slump: Refers to the consistency of wet concrete. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems,  usually a stucco-like finish applied to the exterior of a house.  Fiber Cement: Usually refers to siding, like James Hardie siding products . This type of siding is very durable, but generally requires knowledgeable, professional installation to avoid problems later.  Stud:  A vertical part of the framed wall, set a proscribed distance apart within the wall.  Top Plate/Bottom Plate :The top and bottom parts of a framed wall.  Valley: The lowest point on a roof.  Truss:  A pre-fabricated, triang...

Improve Your Home, Improve Your Quality of Life | Gresham    Human nature dictates that we adapt to everything. We get used to the status quo and tend to make do with what we're presented with. Sometime we're able to break free of that- remodeling is just one way that manifests. It also happens to be our favorite way- because we can help!  What if I told you the two bathrooms in the photo are actually the same space? With the help of a licensed, insured, home remodeling company, like Beisa's Legacy Construction, your least favorite space in your home can be transformed.     Imagine how both of the rooms can impact your mood as you get ready for work every morning. Which one would you get ready in? I know which I'd prefer... I can guess which one you'd rather spend time int too.      So, if you're ready to upgrade your living space. Give the General Contracting team at Beisa's a call.  Our estimates are free, your quality...

Pacific Northwest Remodeling Trends | Sellwood You love your home. But, let's be honest, it might be looking a little dated. Maybe a remodel is what you need.  The professionals at Beisa's Legacy Remodelers are up-to-date on all the latest home remodeling trends because we design and execute them every day.  Subway tiles are seeing a resurgence, their clean, classic look is timeless. Now, there's many new options- like colored glass subway tile.  Another trend we've been seeing is a movement toward clean, modern lines. The subway tiles fit into this trend.  When we're talking about clean, modern lines, we also want to talk about color. While the backdrop of grey, rainy weather lends itself to a more subdued pallet than you find in other parts of the country, that doesn't have to limit your use of color, or how you can make it pop. This home combines clean lines, tasteful color choices and unconventional siding materials to eye-catching  effect!...

What's a Wet Room? | Beaverton So, maybe you know already, but for those of you who don't a wet room is an interesting new trend in bathroom design. It's basically a shower- without the traditional shower stall enclosure. Details are everything when it comes to a luxurious new wet room, notice the heated towel rack? A wet room not only adds value to your home, it can keep you in your home longer- they can be extremely accessible if your level of mobility changes- no step up, just walk in. Wet rooms are also very stylish and sleek-looking.  They add value and a "wow" factor to your home.  Beisa's Legacy has been designing and installing wet rooms to meet varied accessibility needs for years now. Want to learn if a wet room is right for your space? Give us a call and explore your options. Our estimates are free, the ability to stay in YOUR home into your golden years is priceless. 1 (503) 676-6702

Removing Wallpaper | Gresham Many of our clients like to do a little bit of the work in a remodel themselves. It can lower costs and gives them a greater sense of involvement in their project.  One of the easier things to do is removing old wallpaper. The folks over at lowes.com have put together a great little video to show you how it's done!

Remodeling with Purpose | Oak Grove Have you heard of the term "project creep?" It's when a project slowly (or not-so-slowly) bursts out of it's original scope and budget to overtake your life and your pocketbook.  It's also when remodeling projects go from great ideas to too much to handle.  Happiness experts say that human nature has us wired to try and take advantage of every opportunity we see. So, your remodeling project becomes a chance to add on all sorts of things that never occurred to you until you're already spending some money to improve your space.  If you suspect you might be falling victim to project creep, stop. Take a deep breath. This is a great time to ask friends and family what they think. If you're already working with a professional ask for their opinion.  The Pros at Beisa's Legacy will not only explore all the options available to you when you start your project. We will be honest with you when you ask, "Do I ...

Remodeling with Kids in Mind | Aloha Kid's rooms may look like they're dictated by fun and whimsy, but when done right- it's all about well-planned, carefully thought out uses of space.  The "perfect" room for a child should give equal measure to function, safety and personal style. A toddler's room is no place for sharp-edged marble counters or a built-in koi pond!  So, what does your child do in their room? Do you need a play area, a spot to study, more storage for all of their outdoor gear or maybe all of the above? We have a few ideas on Pinterest . What's important for YOUR child's space?

Hallways Tie Your Home Together | Lents PDX Maybe your "dream hallway," isn't something you've imagined yet. Not the most exciting hallway. If you're considering a remodel, the hallway is something that deserves some thought. It's one of the first elements a visitor encounters when they enter your home - after the vestibule. In many homes it's also the main element tying much of the house together. Historically, halls were gathering places. Before the advent of efficient, central heating systems the main hall was kept warm with fireplaces and was used as a place for the community to come together for meals, not-so-messy chores and eating. It wasn't until more recently that many people had a second room, much less multiple rooms for sleeping, eating and meal preparation. Maybe it's natural that halls have receded in overall importance as architectural elements, but that doesn't mean they should not be beautiful, functional and well...

Don't Do It Yourself | Oregon City Somethings are better left to professionals, your remodel may be one of them. If you're uncertain about what walls in your home are load-bearing,  stop, drop the sledgehammer and call a licensed, INSURED general contractor. If you didn't know already, some walls in your house (called curtain walls) are just there to separate the space into rooms. Other walls, (load bearing) are there to hold your house up. There's a lot of information online on how to tell the difference between the two, maybe you've reviewed a lot of it. What you may not have reviewed are the many panicked message board posts from people who eschewed hiring a contractor, consulted the internet and removed the wrong wall. 

Big Ideas For Small Spaces | Lake Oswego Do you have a tiny living space that you want to maximize? Small spaces can seem cluttered, no matter how much you try to pare down your belongings to fit.  There are a few easy fixes that don't involve removing walls or building an addition to house your stuff.  More light- whether it's lighter, sheer window coverings to replace dark, light blocking drapes, higher output bulbs in existing fixtures or more light fixtures in the space, a brighter space will look larger.  Lighter Paint- if your space seems dark, even with the addition of more light, maybe it's time to refresh a dark color palette in favor of lighter colors.  Use wall space more effectively- Wall-mounted shelving is a great option to get clutter under control. Whether it's books in the living room, spices in the kitchen or towels and toilet paper in the bathroom, a wall-mounted shelf gives your stuff a place to be and you some room ...

Flooring to Fit Your Lifestyle | Gresham, Or Finding the right flooring can make your life easier and your home more inviting.  We've all been there. Your dream home is perfect! Except for the carpeting in the bathroom. Maybe you have cracking, dated linoleum in the kitchen. Have the hardwoods in the living room seen better days... much better days? If your flooring looks battered, it could be it's the wrong floor for the type of traffic that part of your house encounters. You don't want white shag carpet in your mudroom, do you?  On the subject of hardwoods, if you love the look but worry about damage from pets, did you know there's now tile designed to look just like hardwood? This type of floor is great for resisting scratches.  If you're klutzy- you know who you are... you might want to forgo tile, it will crack if you drop something hard enough and heavy enough. Maybe bamboo is a better option. There's a lot of factors that play into an ind...

Putting Your Remodel Within Reach Troutdale Still dreaming of your dream home, even though you're already living in it? Need a new kitchen, bathroom, garage... but not sure how you'll afford it? Beisa's Legacy has partnered with lenders to offer 365-day Same As Cash Financing so you can achieve your dream home. Want to learn more? Give us a call and let's talk about your options today! 1 (503) 676-6702

Your Custom Home Oregon City You're a homeowner! But, have you really made your home YOUR HOME ? You can paint, knock out walls, change the entire look and feel because it's YOUR HOME . If you're ready to really make your home YOURS, get in touch with the remodeling professionals at Beisa'a Legacy.  We respect your vision, and can help you bring it to life.

Helping Hands Build Futures Wood Village, Oregon Here at Beisa's Legacy Construction, we try to be thoughtful about everything we do. From following manufacturer's guidelines and safety standards to donating our time to help others. We'd just like to take a second to remind everyone, pitching in to help your community, neighbors and strangers feels good. Like this...   

Transitional Design Transitional design is a trend that's been around for a while. Still, you shouldn't feel bad if it's new to you. In fact, that would be pretty appropriate. Simply put, transitional design is the blending of traditional, old-world with clean, modern and contemporary design. The result is often referred to as a balance between masculine and feminine. We think that may be one reason it's so popular in homes lived in by couples and families. It can provide a way to show off family antiques while still keeping a firm footing in modern design.

Fireplaces to Warm Your Home Milwaukie | Oregon There's nothing quite like a fireplace for chasing away winter's chill. A cheery blaze can lift spirits, warm the room and add value to your home. In order to maximize your return on investment or ROI, experts suggest putting the fireplace in the room where people spend the most time, like your living room or den. If you already have a traditional fireplace, but would like to maximize energy efficiency, you can have a fireplace insert installed. Inserts can burn wood, gas, or pellets and some boast energy efficiency ratings up to %80. Want to know more? Give the licensed, insured professionals at Beisa'a Legacy a call today. 1 (503) 676-6702

General Contractor Can Keep Your Walkway Ice-Free Portland, OR It's official, even Portland's Mayor says the city needs to be better prepared for snow and ice storms.  Many Portlanders either spent weekends digging out their sidewalks or are now slogging through slush and icy water on their way in and out of their homes. What if there was a better way? Look appealing? Let your neighbors borrow your snow shovel... All you'll need to do is flip a switch. Want to know more? Give the licensed, insured professionals at Beisa'a Legacy a call today. 1 (503) 676-6702