Home Remodeling Insights For The Triangle NC
Welcome to the Branch Home Improvement blog. Here you’ll find practical advice, cost guides, and real project tips from our family-run team in Holly Springs. We write for homeowners across the Triangle including Cary, Apex, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and nearby communities. Our goal is simple. Help you plan smarter and build with confidence.
Browse posts on kitchen remodeling, bathroom updates, home additions, attic conversions and bonus rooms, ADU construction, decks and porches, sunrooms, and more. We cover design ideas, budgets, timelines, permits, and materials that work well in our area. With 26+ years of experience and an A+ BBB rating, we share what we’ve learned on real Triangle projects so you can make the best choice for your home.
How to Tell If Your Soffits and Fascia Need Replacing
Your home's soffits and fascia may not be as noticeable as your siding or roof, but they play a critical role in protecting your structure from water damage, pests, and ventilation issues. If you've seen signs ...
What Causes Grout to Flake and Crack—And How to Stop It
When grout begins to crack, crumble, or flake away, it's more than just a cosmetic issue-it's often a warning sign of deeper problems. In bathrooms and kitchens, damaged grout can allow water intrusion, promote mold growth, ...
How to Soundproof a Bathroom in a Shared Living Space
In any shared home-whether it's a busy family household, a roommate arrangement, or a multigenerational setup-bathroom privacy matters. Unfortunately, standard construction often does little to muffle the everyday sounds coming from bathrooms. From flushing toilets to ...
Why Your Floors Are Always Cold and What to Do
Do your floors stay cold year-round-especially in the mornings or during the winter months? Cold flooring is a common problem for homeowners in Wake County, particularly in basements, over garages, and in older homes with minimal ...
Fixing Uneven Floors Before Installing New Flooring
Uneven floors are more than just a cosmetic issue-they can impact your comfort, damage new flooring, and lower the overall value of your home. If you're planning to install new hardwood, tile, LVP, or carpet, it's ...
Fixing Poor Lighting in Windowless Bathrooms
Windowless bathrooms are common in many homes across Wake County-but they often come with a frustrating challenge: poor lighting. Without natural light, these spaces can feel dark, cramped, and uninviting. Whether you're dealing with a dim ...
Fixing Cold Floors and Drafts During a Basement Remodel
Planning a basement remodel in Wake County? Many homeowners are surprised when their finished basement still feels chilly, drafty, or uncomfortable-especially in winter. Cold floors and air leaks are two of the most common issues in ...
What to Ask Before Hiring a Bathroom Remodeler
Hiring the right bathroom remodeler can mean the difference between a smooth, successful renovation and a stressful, expensive project. Whether you're updating a powder room or transforming a master bath, asking the right questions up front ...
How to Select a Kitchen Backsplash That Stands Out
The right kitchen backsplash can completely transform the look and feel of your kitchen. It adds personality, ties the design together, and can even boost the value of your home. But with so many materials, colors, ...
Bathroom Remodeling Trends To Watch For In 2020
Bathroom Remodeling Trends To Watch For In 2020 If you’ve been anxiously waiting for a marked shift away from white, this is your year. Dark, moody palettes are taking a turn in the top bathroom design ...
Popular Kitchen Layouts For Apex, Cary, and Wake County Homeowners
Popular Kitchen Layouts There are many factors that influence your decision when choosing a kitchen layout. And the majority of them boil down to the individual. The intended use of your kitchen may be very different ...
Bonus Room Finishing Project
This is another recently completed bonus room renovation by Branch Home Improvement LLC. This room was completely unfinished when the home was built. We added electrical lighting and circuits. We upgraded the HVAC system to handle ...
Bonus Room Finishing Project In Wake County NC
This is another completed bonus room renovation by Branch Home Improvement LLC. On this project we finished off an unfinished walk up attic for our client. We added a new bathroom, all electrical circuits and lighting, ...
Remodeling Your Small Bathroom In Your Wake County NC Home
Remodeling Your Small Bathroom A small bathroom used to mean a small selection of design options. Now, however, the world of bathroom design has set out to prove just how luxurious functionality can be. Branch Home ...
Finished Bonus Room Project
This was a recently completed bonus room renovation by Branch Home Improvement LLC. On this project we completely finished an unfinished bonus room, added electrical and HVAC. Installed plumbing for a wet bar, framed in a ...
Kitchen Remodeling Trends For Wake County Homeowners In 2020
In this article Branch Home Improvement LLC discusses some of the popular kitchen remodeling trends for Wake County, NC homeowners in 2020. THE SMART KITCHEN In just a few years, technology has entered the kitchen in ...
Guide To Finishing Your Wake County NC Basement
Guide To Finishing Your Basement Do you need more liveable square footage out of your home? Finishing your basement is a cost-effective way to get what you want by using what you have. A basement renovation ...
Master Bathroom Remodeling Ideas
Master Bathroom Remodeling Ideas Gone are the days when what many considered a great master bathroom consisted of a plain showering space with a large bathtub. If you consider your master bathroom to be somewhat basic ...
