--- title: Wisconsin Home Remodeling Blog | Stebnitz Builders | DIY description: DIY | Research is the first step to a home remodel. Learn more about remodeling, the local area, and home improvement in our Wisconsin Home Remodeling Blog. --- [![Stebnitz Builders](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/hubfs/StebnitzBuilders_June2019/image/Stebnitz-Builders-Logo.png)](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com) - [Getting Started](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/getting-started/) - [Services](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/) - [Services Overview](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/) - [Service Areas](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/areas-we-serve/) - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/kitchen-remodeling/) - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/bathroom-remodeling/) - [Lower-Level & Interior Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/lower-level-remodeling/) - [Home Additions](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/home-additions/) - [Exterior Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/exterior-remodeling/) - [Whole Home Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/services/whole-home-remodeling/) - [Our Process](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/process/) - [Portfolio](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/portfolios/) - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/kitchen-remodeling-portfolio/) - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/bathroom-remodeling-portfolio/) - [Lower-Level & Interior Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/lower-level-remodeling-portfolio/) - [Home Additions](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/home-additions-portfolio/) - [Exterior Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/exterior-remodeling-portfolio/) - [Whole House Remodeling](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/whole-house-remodeling-portfolio/) - [About](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/about/) - [Our History](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/about/) - [Why Us](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/why-us/) - [Top 10 Reasons Why Stebnitz Builders](http://stebnitz.web-dev.io/why-us/#top10) - [Procedural Listening](http://https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/why-us/#listening) - [Emotional Roller Coaster](http://stebnitzbuilders.com/why-us/#roller-coaster) - [Our Team](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/about/our-team/) - [Process](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/process/) - [Client Testimonials](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/client-testimonials/) - [Awards & Certificates](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/awards/) - [Careers](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/careers/) - [Blog](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com) [Contact Us](https://www.stebnitzbuilders.com/contact/) ## [Be Our Guest at The 2017 LBA Home Expo](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/be-our-guest-at-the-lba-home-expo) **Need inspiration for your home? Advice on how to start a project? Help hiring a qualified...** [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/be-our-guest-at-the-lba-home-expo) January 17, 2017 No Comments ## [Eliminate Moisture From Your Windows - Avoid Problems.](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/eliminate-moisture-from-your-windows-avoid-problems-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-in-and-around-walworth-county-and-northern-il) We've seen the pretty winter pictures - the warm, inviting home during a winter snowfall. The... [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/eliminate-moisture-from-your-windows-avoid-problems-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-in-and-around-walworth-county-and-northern-il) December 18, 2012 No Comments ## [Winter is quickly approaching – Is your home ready?](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/winter-is-quickly-approaching-is-your-home-ready-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-general-contractor-delavan-wisconsin) An Energy Assessment from Stebnitz Builders can save you from high energy costs and save you... [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/winter-is-quickly-approaching-is-your-home-ready-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-general-contractor-delavan-wisconsin) September 21, 2012 No Comments ## [Fall Home Maintenance Tips](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/1874-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-general-contractor-lake-geneva-williams-bay) It's time to get your house ready for the winter weather on it's way. Yes, we hate to be the bearer... [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/1874-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-general-contractor-lake-geneva-williams-bay) September 21, 2012 3 Comments ## [Our Houzz ... is a Very, Very, Very Fine Houzz](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/1863-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-walworth-county-delavan-wisconsin) [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/1863-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-walworth-county-delavan-wisconsin) September 20, 2012 No Comments ## [The Biggest and Most Common Remodeling Mistakes](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/the-biggest-and-most-common-remodeling-mistakes-stebnitz-builders-lake-geneva-williams-bay-fontana) Don't start your next project before reading this. Knowing these will save you time, money AND... [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/the-biggest-and-most-common-remodeling-mistakes-stebnitz-builders-lake-geneva-williams-bay-fontana) August 2, 2012 No Comments ## [Stebnitz Builders is Houzz’s 2012 ‘Best Of Remodeling’ Winner](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/stebnitz-builders-is-houzzs-2012-best-of-remodeling-winner) Stebnitz Builders has been awarded “Best Of Remodeling” 2012 by Houzz, the leading online platform... [Read More](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/stebnitz-builders-is-houzzs-2012-best-of-remodeling-winner) March 20, 2012 No Comments ## [Dam Ice - The Truth Behind Ice Dams and How To Eliminate Them - Stebnitz Builders Remodeling Contractor, Delavan, WI](https://blog.stebnitzbuilders.com/dam-ice-the-truth-behind-ice-dams-and-how-to-eliminate-them-stebnitz-builders-remodeling-contractor-delavan-wi) This year is probably different, but in winters past, has your roof ever looked like this? 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