Deck Repair & Maintenance Guide
Repair or Replace? How to Tell What Your Deck Needs Decks and outdoor gathering spaces are one of the most-used areas in a Wisconsin home for half the year. The other half of the year, however, brings freezing temperatures, rain, and snow, all of which take a huge toll on your deck. Most decks don’t […]
Essential Tips for Planning Your Home Renovation
A good home renovation always starts with a solid plan. Before a single wall comes down, there are specific planning decisions that matter more than the aesthetic details. Skip these planning details, and you’ll become the homeowner explaining why the “quick remodel” is now in month five. For any home renovation project, you should take […]
Summer Home Maintenance Checklist
If you live in the Midwest, Summer is the prime time for home maintenance. More importantly, problems that are found in the Summer can be fixed before the Fall or Winter months — when the weather is less forgiving. Below is a space-by-space checklist to help Midwest homeowners get through the season with the most […]
Home Addition Ideas for Increasing Space & Enhancing Daily Life
Summary: This article covers 8 high-impact home addition ideas for homeowners: from main-floor expansions and second-story additions to finished basements and deck builds, with real cost estimates for each project type. Whether you’re adding square footage or maximizing what you already own, JJB Home walks you through what to consider before you break ground, while […]
Luxury Stucco & Tuckpointing Projects That Elevate Historic Homes
There is more to stucco and tuckpointing than just average historic home maintenance. The Tudor revival on the East Side of Milwaukee, with its hand-laid brick and deep mortar shadows. The craftsman in Whitefish Bay has stucco facades that have weathered a hundred Wisconsin winters. These homes don’t need to be reinvented. They need to […]
The Growing Home Improvement Market: Stats & Trends for Modern Homeowners
Are you wondering which home improvement projects offer the best return? Which trends are worth investing in, and which ones to skip? The home improvement industry has grown dramatically over the past decade, and with the unique housing market (especially here in Wisconsin), understanding what’s happening can help homeowners make smarter decisions about their homes. […]
How Custom Home Offices Can Boost Productivity and Property Value
Working from home isn’t temporary anymore; for many homeowners across Metro Milwaukee, this is the norm. If staying productive is your main concern in your home environment, you should know that there is a big difference between working from home and having a space truly designed for productivity. If you don’t regularly work from an […]
Spa-Like Bathrooms to Beat the Winter Blues
Winter in Wisconsin has a way of slowing everything down. Shorter days, colder mornings, and long stretches indoors can make even the most comfortable home feel a little stiff. But what if one of the most-used rooms in your house became a personal retreat—warm, calming, and designed entirely around how you want to feel? A […]
Turn Your Empty Basement into an Entertainment Hub
For many homeowners in Southeast Wisconsin, the basement is the biggest untapped opportunity in their home. Whether it’s currently unfinished, dated, or underused, this level of your home holds potential to become another place to relax, host, and create memories. With home improvement interest at an all-time high and homeowners increasingly focused on improving their […]
What is Design-Build and Why Choose It?
Thinking of a major home renovation, but don’t know what construction path to choose? When you are planning a major home transformation (full addition, kitchen remodel, structural changes, etc.), you’ve probably heard of design-build. This home remodeling choice is rapidly becoming the preferred home project across the country. According to the Design-Build Institute of America […]
Can I Remodel in the Winter? Winter Remodeling Myths & Benefits
Think winter isn’t a good time to remodel? Home remodeling in winter in Wisconsin is not only possible but can also provide advantages if planned thoughtfully. From kitchens and baths to basement finishes and home additions, colder months can give you an opportunity to plan your next big transformation before spring. At JJB Home Improvements, […]
Why Stucco Restoration Matters for Your Milwaukee Home’s Structure and Curb Appeal
For many Milwaukee-area homes, stucco is a defining feature that provides texture, insulation, and timeless character. But when cracks, bulges, or discoloration appear, they are more than just cosmetic concerns. Stucco issues often signal deeper problems that, if ignored, can jeopardize your home’s structure and erode its value. We’ll discuss: At JJB Home, we restore […]