Tips and Tricks to Design your Home with Some people are born with a natural talent for designing, but we know that’s not everyone. Even for those of us who live and breathe interior design, some guidance and inspiration never hurt. Making a little effort to understand the basic principles of decoration, from finding the perfect
Man Caves: They are Better Than Actual Caves The Real Power of Man Caves It’s no secret, we all need a place we can escape to so that we can re-energize and relax. At Xpand Inc, we have the solution, and for men, it’s the man cave. Man caves can be designed to fit every
Xpand Inc: Open Concept Kitchen Remodel 5 Ideal Reasons why Opening your Kitchen to a Dining Room is Essential How frequently do you eat from your private dining room? Answering this question will considerably influence your choices when choosing to renovate your kitchen. For most Americans, the common dining space is used twice in a
Xpand Your Homes Kitchen and Basement Options The Perfect timing for kitchen and basement remodels Many people are not sure when the perfect time to start a remodel project is. There always seems to be a reason not to start a remodel and push it back, but that is exactly why right now would be
Xpand Your Home with a Porch for Every Season Your Home Needs Many things go into completing your homes landscape. Everything from the lawn to the patio can work wonders to accentuate the beauty of a home’s exterior. Although many may not consider the porch as a prominent part of the landscape, the fact is,
Safety Features Every House Should Have When it comes to safety nowadays, it’s very crucial for every house to install safety features. Whether you’re a homeowner or you’re looking to buy a new house, safety features are a very important thing to consider. In this article, you will learn some of the important safety features
The Perfect Addition for Any Home If you are seeking to add an extra space to your home where you can unwind and connect with the outdoors, a sun-room is a perfect addition. A sun-room will guarantee transitional spaces that can connect your home with your surroundings while protecting you from the sun, pesky insects,
2020 has started, and interior design trends are changing. The new year calls for a fresh start to revamp your home. New trends are on the horizon; different themes and schemes are seeping into the interiors. The designs of present year demand multi-purpose spaces. People are getting globally inspired, and they want their homes to
When you are living in an older house, additions are a great way to make it feel more comfortable. You have to find a good home re modeler and hire them as a custom contractor to complete your home remodeling. If you are living in Minnesota and surrounding areas, finding a good Minnesota home re
Home Remodeling: Where should I Start? So, you’re looking to undertake a basic home remodeling project and are wondering what the best order would be to do it in. Well, when it comes to home remodeling, it is critical and vital to follow a certain course of steps to help avoid unnecessary work, failed inspections,
Kitchen Trends Going Into 2020 Your Kitchen is a huge factor in the overall design of your home. Your kitchen, unlike some other aspects of your home, has more permanent features that it’s comprised of. We’ve done many kitchen builds and remodels and through experience, have noticed the kitchen to be one of the hardest
Is your home feeling a little dated and needs a complete makeover? We can do a few things without doing a full makeover. It all starts with paint, painting can update an old door full of scratches and stains into something that you are proud to have in your home. Cabinets that are old and
Starting To Think Home Remodel? Start With Us! Now that winter in Minnesota has arrived, spending more time inside is inevitable. It may be time to spruce up an area of your home. Doing so need not be a horrible thing. Remodeling can be as simple as putting in new floors or carpet, updating lights,
Adding a 4-season porch off a house can be a simple yet effective way to add on to a home. Adding an addition like a 4-season porch can give you space that can an extra play room, studying, or just a quiet place to watch TV. Living in Minnesota, the weather can be up and down
1828 Anton Way, Shakopee, MN Remodel Check out the amazing transition of this home below with our before and after photos! Drag the slider to reveal
Happy Halloween From All of Us At Xpand, Inc! Have fun tonight trick or treating and spending time with your family and friends! From all of us at Xpand, Inc.
Is Your Home Ready For The Holidays? The holidays can be a stressful time with making sure your house is perfectly decorated in time for guests to arrive. We have a few simple things to make your home holiday-ready this season. A welcoming wreath to fit the holiday, whether you are making your own wreath
This month have fun decorating some of the most utilized rooms in your home! October is about the time every year that everyone is starting to think about the holidays, what better time to spruce up the two busiest rooms in your home. HOW TO CELEBRATE? Get new decor for your kitchen and bathroom or
Get Your Man Cave Game on Point With These Seven Essentials Whether it is big or small, a garage outside, or a closet in the basement, a man cave can come in any shape or size. A man cave is a space to show a side of our true selves. Many caves give guys the
Built in Shelving – Saves the clutter of a hanging shower caddy, Adding a shelf also gives a place for plants and candles for the ultimate relaxation retreat. Hidden Laundry Hampers — this is a no brainer, adding a built in laundry hampers will have less clutter with in the bathroom, and save space if you have
4 Things to The Perfect Mud Room With winter coming in a few short months that means more boots, coats, and winter gear in the home. A mud room in Minnesota with the perfect layout combined with enough storage is essential to survive winters and rainy seasons. Some things to think of when designing your
When Minnesota can get the best of you and your home Minnesota weather is like an 8th grader, moody and ever changing at the drop of a hat. That’s where Xpand,Inc. is there to help you, when the weather is unpredictable. We all prepare ourselves for when Mother Nature hits us the hardest, but sometimes
6 Features You Need in Your Kitchen Today! You can add character and functionality to your kitchen by adding one or more of these amazing features! These six features will leave your family happy and your guests impressed. Touch-Sensitive Faucet: A touch-sensitive faucet is great for the kitchen. No matter how dirty your hands get,
8 Ways to Breathe Life into Your Kitchen. The kitchen is designed to be a work space and every aspect of it tends to have a lot of thought put into it. But always remember to include some type of personalization. Here are eight ways you can breathe life into your kitchen. Add a Backsplash.
5 Porch and Patio Ideas for Any Home A Back Patio is the ideal place to get together, have a BBQ, or just enjoy nature. Luckily, making the perfect little outdoor space for your home is more straightforward than you might think. Whether you want to tidy up your current porch or need to add
Making Changes Can Be the Key to Growing Older in Your Own Home https://pixabay.com/photos/hand-human-woman-adult-hands-3666963/ Much of what life throws your way is beyond your control. While some of the changes that go with aging are inevitable, it doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice your independence. With some plans and preparations, you can set your sights
Mother’s Day in Different Countries. With Mother’s Day around the corner, we decided to take a look at how Mothers all around the world are celebrated in different cultures. Pretty much every nation around the globe has a day dedicated to their matriarch. If you have friends in the UK, you may have noticed that
The Top Ten Things to Consider When Talking Inclusive Design 1. Who lives in your home now, who might be living in your home in the future, and how long you’d like to live in your home. 2. Consider a design and layout that incorporates open floor plans with wide walk ways and doorways. 3. Utilize “No-step”
Spring Cleaning Tips Spring is here, and it is time for some good spring cleaning. To get rid of all that clutter can be a lot of work, but these tips should be able to take some of the headache out of the yearly de-cluttering. Old chairs, Tables, and other furniture can be sold for
We are going to be at the West Metro Home Remodeling Fair in Minnetonka. Stop by and tell them you’re looking for Andy! 2019 Home Remodeling Fair Sunday, February 10, 2019 | 10:30 am–3 pm Location Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN Go to the Home Remodeling Fair Website Click Here! Name* Email* Phone
Winter Energy Saving Tips The winter wind is here to stay for a while, and like a new roommate, we have to adjust to the changes that follow. On the other hand, you could go on vacation during the winter months! However, in both scenarios you will need to think about what your home is
Thanksgiving Makeover! A Front Door Wreath, The Essential Fall Decore As Thanksgiving races in fast, we tend to scramble to clean the home and make it more presentable. After all, we don’t want that mother-in-law to be reminded of last years gravy massacre. Instead of rushing at the last minute this year to get the
Fall Feelings From Outdoors to Indoors As Fall brings in the colder weather and harsher winds, we naturally seek shelter in our homes, our nests. This means our homes are becoming a central place again in most of our activities, and naturally means we will be having more guests indoors again. To fully prepare for
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Porches For Your Dream Home! As I’m sure you have heard by now, we have a special promotion currently going that is giving away a FREE MEAT SMOKER with any installation of a deck or porch! Check out the details HERE! Since we have this wonderful special promotion in effect, we thought it would be important to
Xpand Inc. Decks Stand Above The Rest! Since we have a special promotion going that involves our decks, we thought we should tell you WHY our decks would be the best option for your home! The following points are facets of our company that help to hold us above the rest of the local deck
Free Meat Smoker With Deck OR Porch Installation Extended! For a limited time only, if you get a deck installed or a porch installed, you will receive a free meat smoker with your installation! We were thinking of extra ways in which we could show our appreciation for our customers, and we came up with
Home Is Where The Heart Is We at Xpand inc. and Homes of Xcellence represent the culmination of custom home and deck building. Using this experience we look at each home as an individual in order to create a unique personality within the home, because we believe home is where the heart is, and nothing
Free Meat Smoker With Deck OR Porch Installation! For a limited time only, if you get a deck installed or a porch installed, you will receive a free meat smoker with your installation! We were thinking of extra ways in which we could show our appreciation for our customers, and we came up with this!
She Sheds over Man Caves Growing up, most of us saw the movie “The Little Rascals” which is notorious for the “He-Man Women Haters Club”, probably one of our first conceivable ideas of man caves in our lives. Well just like the movie, it is time for a bit of an update. Introducing She Sheds!
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) We at Xpand Inc. firmly believe in the importance of accessibility for all Americans. This Xpands to homes and every member of the family. As we observe ADA this week, we wanted to share our current projects we have that involve the ramps for wheel chair accessibility. The home shown
Xpand Inc Decks For Every Season! We at Xpand Inc. talk a lot about houses and the numerous ways in which they can really become unique to each and every family. Whether it is through the shape of the home itself, or the style in which it is decorated, and even down to the materials
MIDWEST HOME MAGAZINE FEATURING XPAND INC In a recent article we had mentioned an upcoming event Xpand Inc was involved in with the Midwest Homes Luxury Remodeling Tour. As a follow up with that spectacular event and our preview in their magazine, we thought it would be a great idea to XPAND on the home
Custom Homes with Homes Of Xcellence of Xpand Inc. Are you in search of a home that can mark off all of the needs on your checklist? Are all the homes you find missing something special? Are you tired of searching for a home? We think it’s time you did things your way. We at
Xpand in the Midwest Home’s Luxury Remodeling Tour! Xpand Inc is going to be featured in the Midwest Home’s Luxury Remodeling Tour! This tour is a showcase of some of the best builders, designers and contractors alongside their work that can only be found in the Midwest! We at Xpand Inc are greatly appreciative of
Renovation & Purpose Often times when we are looking for things to change in our home we focus on the question “what” and “where” but not the question “why?”. Renovations can be for more than aesthetic pleasure and a breath of fresh air in the form of changing your homes environment. Renovations can also solve
A Home Of Generations With the ever increasing change in our society and how it functions, it makes sense that we would see changes in the home life and the ways in which our families react to it! More and more, it is becoming increasingly normal for families to live together for longer periods of
Outdoor Fireplace, Your Very Own Outdoor Living Space Be prepared for those fresh-air nights that have the slightest chill and is showered by the stars in the sky with an outdoor fireplace! I know what your thinking, its the same thing as a fire-pit and i’m just confusing the words, but that’s not the case,
Pergolas, What are they? And Why you should invest in one this Spring! This spring, why not bring some new excitement to your backyard with the help of the always loved pergola! But wait, what is a pergola you ask? It’s time to put the name to the face so to say!A pergola is an
Eden Prairie Minnesota Eden Prairie Eden Prairie Minnesota is a place of outstanding quality, voted best place in America to live in 2010 by MONEY magazine. This is no surprise though, Eden Prairie boasts an outstanding community ripe with diversity, housing options, parks and nature walks, a terrific school system all bundled with the amenities
Backyard Dissonance Tired of feeling so disconnected to your back yard? That disconnect between your home and the backyard can really set people uneasy, like a whole portion of their property is shifted to the side, only meant to be looked upon and not immersed in. The spring is coming and so are the opportunities
Who needs spring cleaning when you can spring build! The snowy weather is waning and the spring is pushing through! So naturally, with the news season comes some new questions! What to build? A home? An extra garage? A deck, maybe patio? We say all of the above! Take advantage of the beautiful weather to
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Bloomington, the perfect place to bloom! Last week we talked about Prior Lake Minnesota and the opportunities that are present for those looking to settle down for a bit there. This week however, we would like to bring Bloomington into the spotlight! A popular and well respected developed city, Bloomington boasts more than 85,000 residents
What Is Involved In Building a Home Our last article talked about Prior Lake and it’s great possibilities involved with living near the town. Today we thought it would be good to give a comprehensive look at what it takes to build a home! Building a home is one of the most exciting processes you
Building a Home in Prior Lake Let’s say your looking to build a home, but not just any home, a home in a town that is still young and rapidly expanding. Prior Lake is that town! Prior Lake is a developing suburb that inhibits a small-town atmosphere. With the population steadily growing, now is a
You Want a Free Coffee Party to Go? Come See Andy at the West Metro Home Remodeling Fair this weekend, and get a chance to win a Free Coffee Party to Go kit from Xpand Inc! Click this link for More information
Looking for some home work in Shakopee? Look no further! We at Xpand Inc and Homes of Excellence offer a wide variety of home services that will fit your home building or renovation needs! Today we thought it would be good to give some insight into what those services are in a broad manner, so
YOUR DREAM IS OUR MISSION That headline isn’t just to get your attention, it is to inform you of the reality of our services. We at Xpand inc, with our friends at Homes of Xcellence are based in Shakopee, Minnesota and are dedicated to achieving that which you dream of. We believe your dream home should
West Metro Home Remodeling Fair 2018 Meet Andy from Xpand Inc We are going to be at the West Metro Home Remodeling Fair in Minnetonka. Stop by and tell them your looking for Andy! 2018 Home Remodeling Fair Sunday, February 11, 2018 | 10:30 am–3 pm Location Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN
What your driveway has in store for you come spring! Still on the spring shtick, hoping it will arrive sooner rather than later. Spring is a beautiful time of the year! However spring can also be a bearer of bad news, due to the unfortunate effects of temperature change. Underneath the banks of snow is
Spring sun, spring cleaning! I know it’s a little early to be using the “spring cleaning” slogan, but on a day that is as bright as today and all the melting snow, it’s hard not to get ahead of myself! Although there are many days left before truly reaching the first day of the spring
Dreaming of the sun and shine Being cooped up all day because of dreary weather is no fun. Sadly, we have a little bit of time left before the weather will allow us to enjoy natures bounty again. The cold and chilly weather cannot, however, take away from us our imagination and day dreaming abilities
Basement remodel tips and ideas! Now that we have all had the luxury of sitting in our homes for the winter while the raging blizzard occurs outside, i’m sure the term “stir crazy” now applies to everyone. Having the time to sit indoors so much, i’m certain some of you are itching to change the
Kitchen remodel tips and tricks! We have some new tips and tricks for those tricky kitchen remodels! A kitchen remodel is one of the most popular options for home remodels. Since the kitchen often is the central gathering place in a home, next to the living room, it makes sense! So how can we add
Home remodeling and renovations! Home owners often run across a dilemma after a few years of inhabiting their home, they want something new, something fresh. We all get that itch, that desire to begin some form of home renovation or home remodel once the charm of our home loses its shine. This is completely natural
Tips for enhancing the appeal of the homes interior! The home has a multitude of things to consider in terms of functionality as well as visual appeal. When it comes to designing for the visual purpose of the home it cant be daunting. Don’t stress over making the home a beautiful body of art, enjoy
Out with the old, in with the new! Our homes age, just as fast as we do, however in their sense, the functionality and visual appeal begin to fade. This is when we often start to consider renovations of the home, to update and reinvigorate the home. We want to walk into a place that
Painting ideas for the home! How grey can be a grey-t option! When painting a room or home in general, people often consider colors that have a strong depth and are able to catch the eye in an instant. This isn’t a bad tactic, however there are other means to achieving this result! The colors
Garage maintenance in the winter With the cold of the wind and the frozen falling sculptures comes salted roads and slush in abundance. Often during the winter through the slipping and sliding we track the slush indoors, and the location that receives the worst treatment is the garage. So for this little snippet, we are
Concrete floors? Let’s give it a shot I know, we have been doing a lot of posts that involve the floor of your home lately, but to be fair, it’s only because there are so many great options! Concrete floors are no exception! For this snippet, we will explain the aspects of concrete floors in
New home alert! Check out this beautiful new character looking for a family! This new home is finished and for sale! We are excited to introduce this single level home! This beautiful new home is a no-step home, which means the entire home is one floor! Don’t fret though, just because it’s one floor doesn’t mean
How to match your wood flooring! The last couple articles we posted involved some aspect of the flooring and wood as one of the options. As beautiful as wood flooring can be, sometimes we run into issues matching that flooring with its surroundings, and maybe even the other types of flooring we have in the
How to add to the remodel and really push your home’s character! Remodels are the best way to reinvigorate and rejuvenate your home and it’s character. You can re-envision what your home will be like for your family and guests alike, and through doing this, will take the life experience and knowledge you have gained
Some great flooring options for your dream home! Often times when we visit as home we examine it’s differences from our own. There are an outstanding amount of variables involved in the contrast between homes, but sometimes there are things that can really stand out, much more than others. Generally the flooring of a home
Quick tips for kitchen islands! In our last article we mentioned the kitchen being a place of centrality in the home during social events and the like. This little snippet will be somewhat of a follow up! This time however we are focusing on the kitchen island. The island is the physical location in the
Kitchen tips for an open and airy feel! The kitchen is often our pride and joy in the home. It’s a place of community, where the family or friends alike can gather and socialize while also partaking in some cooking or munching. The kitchen is often a place people think of when the words “open”
How to use that upstairs crawlspace! Most all of us have some space in the home that isn’t necessarily used to it’s utmost potential, maximizing on your homes charm and character. For most of us that space is a little nook that we just designate as another storage space and just throw things to hide
Project update! Carver, MN! We know it has been quiet on the Facebook front when it comes to project updates, but that’s because we have been hard at work! Recently we have been working to finish a project for a home in Carver, MN. We were asked to finish the lower level of the home,
Tips on how to give a room a more prominent feeling of space! So let’s say you have a beautifully decorated living room that your proud of, but still has some issues with the feeling of space and it being too cramped. How could you resolve to a degree, this issue of space, without ruining
Interior design tips for the home that will ensure a comfortable experience! Interior design can be exciting and daunting all at the same time. On one hand you really get to make your home feel unique and show a special kind of character that reflects you or your family. However on the other hand, there
Unique secret door customization! You always hear about adding onto a home, but you never really hear about rooms you don’t want seen. This project is the perfect case of “out of sight out of mind”! We made this under the stairs storage space become wonderfully integrated with the home by adding a secret
Modern fireplace renovation ideas! When you hear the word “fireplace” you usually think of the standard fireplace that is sitting in a brick chimney and in the living room of the home. Generally that’s how they actually are, but why stick with the generic? Let’s be a bit eccentric and exciting today! Modern fireplace concepts
Garage workshop renovation ideas! During the winter seasons, it is easier to get into hobbies that are at, or near the home. For some, this may be difficult based on the hobby or profession, due to the need for specific machines/tools. For example, if your a hobby ceramics artist, or even a full time ceramics
Breakfast nook, the new place for a light meal and a book! Kitchens are fantastic, they offer a wide variety of options that most always involve great food, people, and atmosphere. Often, when thinking of a kitchen, there is the cooking area, and the seating area, but little did you know there is a secret
Wine and dine in your own home! Going out to a nice luxurious restaurant can be a wonderful time. Beautifully made atmosphere with a sense of romance and charm filling the air. However, sometimes you just don’t have the time and energy it takes to go to a location such as this, getting the reservations
Nursery room and baby tips! If you are lucky enough to be adding an extra to the family this coming winter, i’m certain you are stressing about the room that will be dedicated to that soon-to-be. A nursery room is supposed to be the safest location for the baby and have nothing but positive affects
Bathroom remodel ideas! The winter is a great time to consider the inside of your home, and the rooms that are used on a daily. One such room of great importance would be the bathroom, we use it every day, so it should be one of the top priorities when it comes to comfort, access
Winter wonderland in an enclosed porch! The home has a variety of things to offer in terms of functionality and services. I’ve said it once and I will say it again, the home has tremendous potential to become a character of its own. The only limit to what you do with your home is the
Home library remodels, a space for the mind to wander and the soul to flourish Our home can be an energy filled place, excitement, pre-teen angst, you name it. We need to have a place that allows us to engage in a calm energy to process the day and get lost in worlds of the
Bedroom remodeling ideas! Now that the cold is sailing in on the frigid waves of winter, we all will be spending a bit more time indoors, which means our home will soon become subject to criticism due to constant interaction. So lets get the blood flowing and think of some new ideas for some indoor
Hibernate this winter in your new cave dwelling! Basement remodels for an entertaining season! Get cozy this winter with a basement remodel to fulfill all your entertainment needs! Commonly known as man caves, we like to branch out and give it an alternative name, the women’s retreat. Basement remodels can be a fantastic way to
Kitchen Remodels and design changes! Are you tired of the design and feel of your kitchen? I think it’s time you think about a remodel! Give that old kitchen design a rejuvenated style! Kitchens are often considered the heart of a home, so if the heart isn’t a place you want to be, it’s time
Andy’s Corner October 2017! Andy has a new project well underway! Built a new addition above the existing garage which includes A sport court with vaulted ceilings An exercise room A sitting room A new master closet. Re-purpose the existing master closet to be part of the master bathroom which will house a new tub and
Savage has a home for sale! This beautiful Savage home is for sale! Be the first to snatch it up! This freshly built home is known as a “smart home” because of the easy functioning of appliances in the home, that also have multiple forms of functionality! Here are some quick specs of the home!
10 quick tips to ensure a healthy home! Home is where the heart is! But often times home is also where the unhealthy habits or situations may occur! We have 10 quick tips to help keep your home a place of positive health! Let’s start! Barrier between the bedding and you! Make sure your using
How to boost your homes functions and look, while also boosting it’s value! Looking to level up your home a bit? not sure where to start? Let us help! Here are 8 easy ways to boost your homes value, while also increasing its functionality and appeal! Home system tune-up! Generally when homes are inspected for
Quick tips to quickly enhance your curb appeal! Looking for some new ways to enhance the curb appeal of your home? Look no further! We have got 7 ways to give your home that extra charm for the season! Spruce up the lawn! While the beautifully colored leaves are unique and fun to look at,
How to install your own shower tile wall! Shower tile is pretty much a necessity for aesthetic and functionality! But your shower doesn’t have the beautiful wall tile, so what now? Let install our own naturally! What you’ll need (it’s not as much as it seems I swear) Level guide/level Construction adhesive Concrete backer board
Lacking storage space? You might be missing some opportune spaces! Storage is always an issue, it’s hard not hoarding things over the years….or days. So where can you make some extra room for the new items that may not be touched for 10 years? Well let’s check some locations that may be missed on a
Virtual Tours! Check out our projects from the comfort of your desk chair! Caution! Looking at these homes and projects may entice you to buy a new home or call for a remodel! Look at your own risk! We have a virtual tours page that shows our past projects and homes in high detail! We
Fresh off the Parade Of Homes! This beautiful home is up for sale! Looking for a loving family that it can protect through the wind, rain and snow! Recently featured in the Parade Of Homes. Give us a call today and inquire about a walk-through! Phone: 952-292-6107 Email: contactus@xpandinc.com Address: 13727 Johnson Memorial DriveShakopee, MN 55379
Follow the not so yellow brick road! Obsessed with the Wizard Of Oz? Then this isn’t the article for you! However you’re more than welcome to stay and read how to lay your own brick pathway! (you can paint them yellow if you so desire) Why lay your own brick path? Having a pathway lead
Elko, MN has some new garages coming up! Need a new work space? Need a place to park your car/boat/trailer? Look no further! we build garages! We can easily work with you and your desired garage dimensions and style too! Just give us a call today and lets talk it out! In the meantime, here
Autumn chill, time for the home checklist! The chill in the air is finally here! The crisp leaves beneath our feet remind us it’s almost time for that long-awaited snow fall! In mentioning the ‘S’ word, we should ensure our home is ready for whats to come! We’ve put together a nice little list to
Front door porches customization! Our homes are special to us, and should be a direct reflection of our personality and style! When people see our home, they should know who lives there! In saying that, curbside appeal is very important in this aspect! A strong factor for curbside appeal, would be the multiple forms of
How to ensure your safety during thunderstorms, and tips for your home! With the recent weather in tow, thunderstorms are becoming relevant. In light of this, it is important to know how to properly take precautions during these storms to better protect your family and home! There is something called the “30/30” rule that is
Basic basement maintenance for the winter! From fall to winter, there are plenty of opportunities for your basement to have some form of water damage. Between the heavy rains or the quick winter thaws (especially with Minnesota season madness) your foundation may have some breaches. There are a couple things you can do to be
Extra! Extra! The last weekend for the Parade Of Homes begins!! Hey everyone! The Parade Of Homes is coming to a close! Be sure to stop by and check out our new model homes! They could be exactly what your looking for! We are open 12pm-6pm tomorrow! 8206 157th Terrace, Model home #158 Savage, MN
Twin Cities home-lifts are becoming plausible! A recent article in the StarTribune gives a spotlight to the option of a home remodel. It’s become apparent that most homeowners in the Twin Cities are choosing to remodel their homes and stay put, rather than venture into the housing market and uproot. These decisions seem to be
Jordan remodel, Prior Lake remake! An update on our recent activities! These pictures are from a home in Jordan. The family decided to remodel the kitchen so that it was an open kitchen concept, further connecting the home in a stronger flowing manner! The next project is a remake of the kitchen entirely, due
Types of decks, not to mention maintenance free! In this entry, we will be going over some of the different forms of decks! This will help you and anyone else, decide on a deck that fits your home and desired aesthetic! First off, lets start off with the basics! What is a deck? Decks are
Home with a side of balcony! Balconies are a great addition to a home. Balconies add a nice little recess to stop the world for a moment, and forget the hustle and stress of everyday life. Balconies have a wide variety of forms they can come in as well, to help connect with the home
Clean cutting board tips and tricks! You’ve just finished gathering the materials to cook dinner in your new home. Your friends are on their way over for a fun filled night in this new environment, but somethings off. Your cutting boards needed for this home cooked meal are looking used and iffy, how did they
Sky lights in your home! Yay or nay? Skylights can be the perfect setting for a rainy day, blizzard, storm, you name it! Skylights have the ability to really let you gaze and wonder at the parts of nature that aren’t so fun to be in! Aside from that, its great for clear starry nights
Homes of Xcellence project update! No-steps home! Here are some quick looks into the no-step home we have been working on! Hope your as excited as we are! And as always, feel free to give us a call to say hello and talk to us about your dream home ideas!
Finished project update! Big Sky is standing! Big Sky Estate is complete and looking for a family to give it the love it deserves! It promises to be a wonderful home for any family! Features of Big Sky Estate: $509,900 #158 8206 157th Terrace Savage, MN 55378 Quality built custom home with character! Open concept
Windows! See the appeal? Most people look at windows and don’t give it a second thought. However windows as well as most everything else in your home, has strong functionality aspects that need to be addressed! So lets get to it! Windows can be high performance , made with Ultrex, which is a pultruded fiberglass.
Want to feel luxurious? Well there is no better way to start than with luxury vinyl tile flooring! Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) is a flooring that has become extremely popular lately. In Fact, its the fastest growing type of flooring worldwide currently! So what is LVT? LVT is a form of hard wood flooring, with
How to maintain that pristine concrete driveway! A clean, crack-free driveway is the best, it adds a strong aesthetic component when you pull up to the house that just makes you excited! Concrete driveways, or any type of paving material for that matter, is not perfect. All paving material is susceptible to some form of
Apron kitchen sinks! Tired of your normal kitchen sink? Not enough room for all the necessary sink activities? It sounds like you might be interested in the apron kitchen sink style! The apron kitchen sink, also known as farmhouse sink, was originally designed to hold large amounts of water to decrease the need of walking
How to prepare your pool for the fall and winter! As the temperature drops, so does the desire to be in a pool. Now that the days are getting colder and the nights even more so, it’s time to close down and prepare your pool for the coming seasons. Before starting the incoming list of
Looking for bathroom addition ideas? What about a new shower? Bathrooms are essential, we all know that, so in turn, its essential that the bathrooms have a strong aesthetic flow and functionality! A great option for a new bathroom addition, is a curbless walk-in shower! Showers come in many forms, either being a shower/tub or
Autumn maintenance! What needs to be done to prepare! Autumn is a brisk season! Full of long-sleeve shirts and hoodies, pumpkins and apple cider. Autumn is one of the most vibrant of the seasons and can be an inspiring time for change and growth! However, the chilly wind and foreboding of winter is to be
Update! Progress on the next Big Sky home! Savage, MN, home to the Big Sky Estates is glad to present our current progress on our next model home! This soon to be beautiful model home will include: Slab on grade style home, meaning there are no steps within the household An
How to handle leaves on the lawn! Now that the trees are shedding their leaves, homeowners all have a new task at hand! How do you keep your lawn clean and clutter free? There are multiple ways you can go about handling the developing piles of leaves, however i recommend leaving the raking for last!
How to prevent a basement from flooding! Floods are a mess, a big mess, and a flood in your basement is just plain wrong! Basement floods can blind side homeowners and really hurt them financially. Generally flooding can happen due to some poor sealing around windows, doors, or due to electrical outages, causing your sump
The paint you apply to your home is more than decoration! Most people think the paint outside their homes is merely for appeal, however it has a more vital purpose! Paint on the exterior of your home is a form of weather defense so to speak. Rain, wind, cold, and damp conditions can be battled
Fall Parade of Homes! What a smart choice! The Fall Parade of Homes is our newest dream home creation! Here at Xpand, we make sure that our name stands for uniqueness and one of a kind! We will Xpand your homes level of aesthetic beauty as well as functionality! Just because it is almost fall,
Fall design! Dont let the falling leaves get you down! Instead spruce your home up! Welcome to the Xpand design corner! Fall is in the air and the times are changing (literally)! So lets figure out how we can keep up with the season and add a charming style to our homes! Don’t let the
Hollow core versus solid core doors! When building your home, doors are often not at the top of the list. Generally thought of as a side component, doors actually hold value in areas other than aesthetics! Generally there are two types of doors used for the interior. Hollow core doors or solid core doors, so
Hot tips! How to maintain a wood-burning fireplace! Summer nights are the natural setting for a bonfire, but when its raining its a bit difficult to achieve, so we move into the house and sit by the fireplace and get all comfy cozy! For those rainy summer nights we need to make sure our fireplace
Fresh off the dream train! Fall parade of homes! Watch-out Savage, MN! Big Sky Estates has started development of new homes! Be sure to stay tuned to check out the progress and eventually the final results! These homes will include: 2 stories, entry level and horizon beauty level! (second level name based on preference) 4
Less termites, less problems! Most homes today have beautifully decorated wood pieces, either as door frames, pillars, counters or whatever else! Nothing is quit as frustrating as termites chowing their way through those lovely decorations. So how do you know if you have termites? Here’s how to check! Some signs of termites are actually very
Got a roof over your head? Is it raining inside still? Check out our tips on roof integrity! A roof is a wonderful addition to a home, its basically a necessity, so how do you know if its condition is holding? Here are some quick tips to identify if your roofs integrity is holding up!
Summer air, ants on my pear Summer time means picnics, beaches, bonfires and…well ants. While we enjoy the summer sun, sometimes our homes become the special getaway location for ants. Ants are a common occurrence in homes, found all over the home but especially the location that has crumbs and other forms of food. Ants
Quartz vs granite countertops! Previously we talked about granite countertops and their key properties for what they can bring to your home, however now we will compare them to quartz countertops to give you, our valued friends, another option to think about! So, whats the difference’s? Granite: Is a mixture of multiple minerals and formed
Summer humidity and how it affects your home! Summer is a beautiful time, full of fun in the sun and an overall increase in leisurely activities. However summer is also known for its intense weather conditions, especially humidity! Humidity can affect us in more ways than we know, especially concerning your home! humidity is the
Types of exterior stone sidings! As a follow up to the last post, its important to inform you on the types of exterior stone sidings! you cant very well clean what you don’t YET have! There are multiple kinds of exterior stone accents, all having a unique style, and all coming in a variety of
How to maintain those beautiful exterior stone accents! Exterior stone accents on a home can really amplify its appeal as well as add a strong connection to nature and its natural wonder! Exterior stone accents however are prone to getting a worn down look after time which can lessen their beautifying affects! So how to
Hardwood flooring hard to clean? Not today! Hardwood flooring is a popular option for kitchens and common walkways, its elegant and homey, however needs to be maintained just like everything else! So when a whole soccer team rolls through the kitchen with their cleats and leaves trails of dirt and grim everywhere, how do we
Tips for maintaining your home! Maintenance is important, especially seeing as it can be the factor between something working or not. The best solution is to not have a problem in the first place! So here are some tips and tricks for maintaining your home, be it old or new! 1.Garage doors are an
Granite counter tops! Rock solid and aesthetically pleasing! Granite is the slow crystallization of magma, so lets put it in the kitchen and cook up some good times! The natural beauty of granite is a favorite for many, it has wonderful variations in color as well as texture, making it a strong medium to help
Look out Edina, MN! New additions inbound! Have addition ideas for your home? A dream garage maybe? Give us a call today! We at Xpand can make your dream homes into a reality! Contact us
Extra! Prior Lake home has called Xpand! Have you? That’s not all! There will be a new staircase to access the master suite! However due to the new staircase effecting a current upper-level room, we will be making a new wall to divide the existing bedroom and the new stairwell. How considerate! What can’t Xpand
Project details include : Resided and stained entire home Built Deck Built Pergolas Looking to get work done on your home? Give us a call today!
Annual Deck Maintenance Will Help Protect Your Investment Annual deck maintenance will protect your investment and help keep repairs to a minimum. Decks are exposed to the elements year round, and here in Minnesota the weather isn’t always so kind. It’s a good idea to establish some sort of routine that will protect your deck
Find the perfect hardwood floor for you! Solid Hardwood Solid hardwood adds warmth and character to any room in your house. We can help you find any variety of finish, width and option to match your style, from rustic to modern. Whether you want oak, walnut, maple, birch, cherry, or exotic hardwoods, we can help
Expand or add-on to your garage Do you need more space in your garage? Do you have a one or two stall garage but would like space for another car? Or maybe your looking to add more space for lawn care equipment or that new motorcycle you just scored. Possibly some work out equipment like
The best pool and beach accessories for the summer When the weather turns hot, it’s hard to beat a day at the pool or beach Check out these cool accessories! Multicolored Glasses – Nothing takes the chic out of a poolside party faster than paper cubs. Enter in some multicolored tumblers. In cheerful summer colors,
When to change things around the house Everything tends to have an expiration update, but do you know how often you should be changing some household items? Air Filter-When the air being circulated through your house is coming through your air conditioner, it pays to clean the filter regularly. If it has been awhile, be
For The Grill Masters Out There The Best Grilling Experience Are you known as the Grill Master to your friends and family? If so, why not have the best setup you possibly could. Have you dreamed of having a grill built into a nice stone counter-top? Maybe you want your grilling area covered and have
Decks Decks can benefit nearly every home. Whether used as a backyard retreat or for entertaining, decks and patios are multi-functional outdoor living spaces. Picture a comfortable spot to do your grilling and relax with family. Enjoy that nice summer day soaking in the rays on your new deck. If your looking for ways to
The Man Cave Read More Below or Contact Us Today! CONTACT US Increasing in popularity, the man cave is becoming one of the more desired rooms a homeowner can design. It’s called a man cave but it can be great for the whole family! Everyone can retreat to a sanctuary to relax after a long
Homes Of Xcellence – Fall Parade of Homes Update We are currently underway on our build for the Parade of Homes this fall at our Savage Big Sky Estates location. Call us today to talk about building your Dream home in Big Sky! Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5 Garage: 3 Auto Home Sq. Ft: Approx 2600
5 delicious ways to cool off this summer …This may include frozen berries and alcohol. Blueberry Ginger Smoothie -Start off the day by whipping up a frozen, fresh garden smoothie. Grab a banana (extra bananas to avoid using milk), some blueberries, small amount of ginger, some mint leaves, ice cubes and a dash of honey.
Adorable ways to decorate above a baby crib Dress your nursery like a pro with these adorable designer inspired ideas. Botanical Prints -A nursery design should be calming and soft. A neutral color palette accented with botanical artwork could do just that and with out having to have the upkeep for actual plants. Hang the
Eradicate Poison Ivy plants in your backyard! Leaves of three leave them be. This old adage explaining how to spot poison ivy has likely saved many hikers from traipsing through patches of this toxic plant. Although animals are unaffected by the effects of poison ivy, reactions to contact with the plant by humans can range
Some clever ways to decorate your bathroom! Fill that empty space on your walls with some gorgeous art work, extra storage, and lush plants Re-purposed wine box -Add some warmth to an all white room with an old wine box, that not only add a nice touch to your room but can also act as
What’s the difference? Clarification on some household terms that are commonly confused Daisy VS. Chamomile -The daisy is a perennial with white petals and a yellow center. Shasta daisies, which are most common in the U.S., have 4-inch-wide blooms that flower from early summer up until the fall. -The Chamomile blooms annually from June to
7 quick summer hostess gift ideas Here is a list of great summer hostess gifts that doesn’t include wine! Ice cream Sandwich Maker –Great for families who have kids… or no kids. Because who doesn’t love ice cream? Coasters -Going over to a cocktail party? Maybe some snazzy coasters that could be used indoors or outdoors. Mason
Get rid of unwanted pests in your home garden without using chemicals! Use these organic tips to rid yourself of those garden pests Ladybugs -Releasing a batch of ladybugs into your garden could help take care of aphids, mites and mealy bugs. Lightweight row covers –Lightweight fabric row covers keep out damaging insects while also
Tips for organizing and decreasing clutter in your garage! Can’t find what your looking for? Try adding some metal shelves or cabinets. You have all this wall space, use it! Grab some plastic totes or something of the sort and use them to keep similar items together. Grab some hooks to add to your wall
Clever hacks to make cleaning dust collectors easier Use these clever hacks to make cleaning those dust collectors easier Cleaning air vents – Try putting them in your dishwasher and using car wax to keep them clean. Scrub down your cleaning supplies -Use a vacuum to get the lint off of brush tools. -Fill
A few cheap and easy outdoor design tips to change things up this summer Turn your old table into a focal point Turn that old outdoor table that looks worn down into something new! Throw a vibrant tablecloth or tapestry over it. Try selecting some low maintenance plants Planting some low maintenance plants can be
Big Sky Update May 19th 2017 This Rambler is set to finish in June! 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Master On-Suite Finished Basement If you had an interest in our Big Sky location, we do have additional lots available! Lots 28 & 29 block 2- walk out Lot 31, block 2- look out Lot 2, block
Design Corner May edition Open up the blinds and let that sunshine in, summer is here! When decorating for summer try to stick to bright vibrant colors. Lighten up your lights and darken your darks to create a nice contrast in a room. This will really make your room pop! Flowers or plants are always a
Dream Kitchen! Do you currently have your dream kitchen? Do you have ideas cut out of magazines, or pins upon pins on your pinterest account? Xpand Inc. is here to help. The kitchen, to some, is one of the most important rooms in a home. People spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking
Summer is here and fire pits are in! Summer is here and so are those nice cool summer nights. Give your backyard a new look by adding a modern firepit. Fire pits can create a remarkable focal point in almost any backyard setting and there are many different options to choose from. The most common
Why A New Custom Outbuilding Could Be Great For You! If your someone looking for some extra garage space, storage, or even just your own space to get away from the house, an outbuilding might just be the perfect thing for you. An outbuilding can really be anything you want it to be. Maybe instead of
NewsLetter May 2017 Click Here to Contact Us A new deck for your current home is a great way to use the space you have in your backyard. Imagine having a place to grill out, or host that outdoor summer party you’ve always wanted to have. Decks provide you
Design Corner, May 2017 Edition Maximize your outdoor living space. Let Xpand, Inc. turn your old deck into an enjoyable outdoor living area that can be used in spring, summer and fall. Consider letting us turn your mosquito ridden deck into a cozy and comfortable screened in porch.
5 Quick and Easy Spring Cleaning Tips that are sure to get your house done fast! 1. Multitasking- Play some music in the background and sing along as you do mundane tasks such as folding laundry or picking up small things through out your house. Doing so will keep your mind off the task and
NewsLetter April 2017 Click Here to Contact Us We’ve always looked at projects and thought about how to take them far beyond the usual things any contractor can do. We ask “Why not?” in a world full of “why?” Because we’re never content to just do the easy or
Why do people just like you choose to work with Homes of Xcellence The reason why we selected Xpand/Homes of Xcellence to build our new home is we know that they perform high quality craftsmanship. Xpand completed a master bedroom/bathroom suite addition in our home ten years ago. We were very pleased with the design,
The roof trusses are going up today on the rambler in Big Sky Estates in Savage! Contact us to discuss the other lots available.
When looking to change up a room or a space think simple! Consider an easy change of fabrics or pillows. Consider changing a rug, or a wall hanging. If you have bit more ambition, a simple paint color can make the world of difference. Pops of color combined with neutral furniture are very safe, especially
Xpand Inc will be at the West Metro Home Remodeling Fair The West Metro Home Remodeling Fair is a free event sponsored by the Cities of Golden Valley, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, and Minnetonka, as well as Hopkins, Minnetonka, and St. Louis Park Community Education. Its goal is to provide residents with ideas, information, and
$459,000 3222 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, additional Office Space Flex room that could be an additional bedroom Marvin Integrity windows Barn-wood accents wall Custom cabinetry throughout house 3-sided stone fireplace Extra-deep garage Granite counter tops Pond-view Smart House Arch Stone Entry Finished lower level with walk out Wet Bar Large Owners Suite Free
Look what we are building this month! 2500 sq ft garage 10 ft garage doors Interior will be completely finished Home to a Golf Simulator In-floor heat Floor drains
6630 Franklin Hills Road Independence Minnesota 55359 Home Description: This beautiful custom home sits on nearly three acres in a quiet cul-de-sac and offers gorgeous views. The main level has a fantastic open layout that includes a rustic FPL, gourmet KT, powder and flex rooms with ample storage. The upper level offers 4 BRs, two
2730 Pheasant Road Orono Minnesota 55331 Home Description: This 50’s rambler was in need of an extensive renovation to show its true potential. Additions, front and rear of the home, provide for additional square footage, as well as single level lake living and a welcoming new front entrance. Special focus was also given to maximize
444 2nd street was built in the mid to late 1950’s and served as an auto parts store for many years. Throughout the years this building has been many different businesses including Excelsior title, Transnation Title insurance company, Gregg and Assoc. which specialized in food and agriculture, multiple financial service companies such as GCI Capital
11 ways to upgrade your planters By Alison Sherwood Milwaukee Journal Sentinel POSTED: 05/26/2015 12:01:00 AM CDT | UPDATED: 3 DAYS AGO Fancy decorative containers? Too expensive. Faded plastic planters? Time for a facelift. Upgrade your planters and pots with these creative ideas that will make your plants even more beautiful. DIRTY LAUNDRY Salvage
6 style lessons for small spaces By Barbara Ballinger Chicago Tribune POSTED: 05/11/2015 12:01:00 AM CDT | UPDATED: 18 DAYS AGO Small is getting bigger for sure. The average American single-family house will drop to 2,152 square feet this year, 10 percent smaller than five years ago, according to the National Association of Home
Here are a couple of style trends that are starting to show up in new houses and remodel projects. All white kitchen with a twist – The trend of white kitchen is still very popular but people are starting to put a twist on it by using a bold accent color repeatedly throughout the space
Frozen pipes cause a huge amount of damage each year; unlike natural disasters, this disaster is largely preventable. By taking a few simple precautions, you can help save yourself the mess, money, and aggravation. Insulate pipes in your home’s crawl spaces and attic, even if you live in a climate where freezing is uncommon. Exposed
We are happy to announce that as of the first of the year we have expanded our business and created a new custom home division called Homes of Xcellence. We are very excited about this new endeavor and would like to thank all of our friends and customers that have helped make this possible.
This beautiful custom home offers gorgeous pond views on a double lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. The main level has a spacious open layout that includes a rustic fireplace, and stainless steel appliances. Quality built using Marvin windows, custom cabinetry, and oil rubbed bronze fixtures throughout. The upper level offers four bedrooms,
