Ralph R. Rodriguez's Blog

Posted on 12/20/2021
Comparing Insulated Concrete Form Foundations and Poured Concrete Foundations
;Image by Michael L. Hiraeth from Pixabay Whether you choose a crawlspace, basement or a slab, you want the strongest structure possible, especially in areas where nature might wreak havoc on your house. Here we will go over the details of two different types of foundations: poured concrete and insulated form concrete. Poured Concrete Foundations Poured concrete foundations...
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Posted on 12/13/2021
Universal Design: What It Is & Why You Should Consider Incorporating It Into Your Home
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Universal design refers to building a home that can accommodate people of varying ages, physical ability and lifestyle. If you are building a home that you intend to live in for many years, building it with universal design in mind can help it meet your needs and the needs of your family...
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Posted on 12/06/2021
How to Turn Your Bathroom Into a Luxury Spa
The right decor can make a big difference in even a small space. When designing for a small bathroom, every choice counts. Your bathroom is a place where you should feel relaxed and refreshed, no matter how small it is. With the right design choices, you can make every day a spa day at home. Here are some...
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Posted on 11/29/2021
5 Important Questions for Potential Home Builders
Photo by Sora Shimazaki from Pexels Finding the right home builder can be an overwhelming task. Even if you’ve narrowed down a list of top choices, it's difficult to know if you’re making the right choice. No matter how much research you do on your own, some of the most important information is what you can get by...
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Posted on 11/22/2021
Is a Mesh Router Worth It? What You Should Consider When Working from Home
Image by Marijn Hubert from Pixabay If you've been working from home, you have likely been using the Wi-Fi network and technology you had for basic home needs. You might be at a point where you're interested in how you can upgrade your experience and be even more productive. We'll look at how mesh routers work to see...
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Posted on 11/15/2021
Pets: Ways to Set In-Home Boundaries Without the Gates
Image by gabriele gabi from Pixabay Upon moving into a new home, it’s important to keep your pets out of certain rooms as they get used to their new space. While you could use baby gates for that purpose, they are often cumbersome to have put up all over the house. Instead, use any or all of these...
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Posted on 11/08/2021
Understanding Environmental Art
Environmental art became popular in the late 20th century because of growing concern and awareness for the environment. Environmental art has several overlapping characteristics as land art or earthworks, but comments or establishes an opinion on environmental issues. As artists continue to think about the environment as a cohesive system rather than a living space, the appeal and...
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Posted on 11/01/2021
Incorporating Antique Doorknobs into your Decor
Image by savannaholson0 from Pixabay There are many people who are looking for new and inventive ways to decorate their home. In order to get the most out of this process, it is important to pay attention to detail. The doorknobs are a commonly overlooked source of decoration. One of the ways to add a little bit of...
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Posted on 10/25/2021
Mistakes to Avoid When Setting Up a Home Theater
Setting up a home theater might seem like a relatively easy project. Unlike other home improvement projects, you don’t have to worry about changing your plumbing or electrical systems. You also rarely have to deal with changing the layout of your home or making any other major changes in order to set up this type of room. While...
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Posted on 12/01/2021
Another Property Sold - 3605 Hidden Dr #H4, San Antonio, TX 78217-4658
This San Antonio one-story home offers granite countertops. This home has been virtually staged to illustrate its...
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Posted on 11/16/2021
Another Property Sold - 18614 Scenic Loop Rd, Helotes, TX 78023-9243
Something for everyone in park like setting, 2 homes completely redone with the main home having 2 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms plus a flex room which could be used as a third bedroom, office, or playroom, along with a completely renovated Bathroom. 2nd home is a full sized retreat perfect for that person who might need their own space, young adult or perhaps aging parent that needs to be close. Have aspirations of having your own Airbnb then look no further as this might be the arrangement you have been looking for, this casita has been used as an Airbnb for the last two years and has been averaging 95-100% occupancy when rented Both homes boast...
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Posted on 10/22/2021
Another Property Sold - 14745 Babcock Rd #101, San Antonio, TX 78249-1005
LOCATION...LOCATION...LOCATION and some basic truths of real estate are everywhere to be found in the well maintained and updated 2 Bdrm 2 Bath beautiful home! Convenient to all things UTSA, Loop 1604 & IH-10, La Cantera, The Rim and the list goes on! Owner has meticulously cared for and updated along the way, including the glass cabinets in the re-designed kitchen area, the updating of the shower in bath 2 to include the popular "rain" shower head along with updated vanity sinks in both bathrooms and the list goes on. Wood burning fireplace which up until last winter was maybe taken for granted but never again, abundant natural lighting...
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