We pride ourselves in earning the full trust of our clients through good ole’ fashioned hard work and communication. We aren’t looking to rush through and cut corners. You can be sure that any handyman service we complete will be done with care.
He showed me the damage every step of the way and explained options to me financially. I highly recommend Jones Homes to anyone that needs handyman services or remodeling!
Always prompt and courteous, their design and installation were second to none! I look forward to working with them on all my home improvement projects!
I couldn’t recommend a better person for handyman or carpentry services but almost equally as important, you won’t find another company as friendly and professional to work with than Jones Homes.
We got February off to great start with the completion of this custom patio deck in Mount Dora, FL. These homeowners wanted a nice area to hang out and relax in the backyard and also be able to entertain guests.
The Build
We met with the client several times to ensure we had the exact design they were looking for and even made some changes along the way. All of the framing material is the ground contact pressure treated ensuring extended life of the framing and of course all galvanized hurricane straps on this custom patio deck.
We looked at a few different composite decking brands and ended with up the Trex Enhance in the Rocky Harbor color which was attached with the Trex hidden fasteners.
Some thing else we like to do to the framing before we cover it up with the Trex is to paint the framing black. The clip that attaches the decking to the joists covers almost all of the framing but you still see a little bare wood. We always like to paint it black so you never see that!
We also love the way the built in bench turned out. Also love the idea of having because you aren’t constantly having to move and store patio furniture when bad weather rolls in. It is completely wrapped in matching material and we can get about 6-7 people on either side of it making it perfect for a cook out.
This cut off corner was a feature added by the homeowner during the framing phase, and we love it! Little details like this are what adds character to a custom patio deck.
Give us a call today and we can design and build your dream custom patio deck! We handle everything from the design to permitting to the build!
Jones Homes – Mount Dora deck builder & contractor
We love a good challenge and this deck delivered just that! It was well worth it when we could step back and dream of the future get-togethers and family cookouts that will take place here. We were able to take the client’s dreams and make them a reality. From the design to the build, to the staining, along with our contractors, we saw this project through keeping quality the number one priority.
Deck Design
This custom deck build started as just an idea and sketch by the homeowner. Through planning, the deck evolved, staying close to the original inspiration. We went over the different options for layout and making the best use of the lumber, minimizing waste. One of our favorite parts about this deck is the octagon! Once we got the drawings approved through the city of Mount Dora, the fun commenced.
The Build
Just designing the layout for this Mount Dora deck build took over a day. Keeping everything square was more challenging than your average rectangular deck. Once we had everything laid out, and 74- 80lb bags of concrete later, we were able to start framing. Between that and the copious amounts of hurricane straps, and rest assured, this puppy isn’t going anywhere. The decking is a 5/4×6 select pressure-treated board from Yellawood. We opted for 3/4″ lattice, which is more expensive but much more sturdy and durable.
The Finishes
The stains you see here are a Sherwin Williams WoodScapes product chosen by the homeowner. This is a top-quality stain that will last many years with easy upkeep thanks to it’s transparency. These handrails are Redwood with metal balusters we ordered from Colorado. They add a high-end finished look.
This Mount Dora deck was one of our favorite projects (I know I say that every time). We would love to take on more deck builds like this so if you have an idea for your new grilling spot, lets talk!
Another happy homeowner! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to build your dream deck. We hope you and your family will enjoy it for years to come!
Here is a Mount Dora bathroom remodel we did right here in downtown. The client knew exactly what they wanted and we made it come to life!
Here’s a look at what we started with. The bathroom had reached the point where something had to be done and a “quick fix caulk job” wasn’t going to cut it this time.
Going into projects like this you never know what you are going to find when you open up the walls. To my surprise, there wasn’t damage anywhere. Its hard to tell in the picture but the shower floor is recessed below the bathroom floor. That ended up being another plus because we didn’t need a curb at the shower entrance, just walk right in.
We went with the bead board wainscot to go with the rustic feel of this Mount Dora bathroom remodel. The white subway tile and stained wood vanity all compliment each other really well. Thankfully I learned the white subway tile trick when we did our bathroom. You can only tell if they are next to each other but the subway tile from Floor and Decor makes the subway tile from Lowe’s look yellow! Not to mention they have far more options for tile, grout, and tile trim pieces like Schluter.
Then the center piece of the room! We got this vanity at RH (restoration hardware). I looked at what felt like “all over the world” for the vanity they wanted and this was the closest thing I could find! What a perfect fit for this Mount Dora bathroom remodel.
The way the bathroom was set up with the plumbing in the wall close to the entry door and vanity on the back wall, we had to put the entrance to the shower by the shower head and water controls. Knowing we were going to need a glass door and panel on the half wall, I knew who we were going to use. Dixie Shower Doors has been my choice for shower doors for years because I know I am getting a fair price and great customer service every time.
Overall we loved how this bathroom turned out and we couldn’t have had better home owners to have the chance to work with.
We stay busy during the week at everyone else’s house, but busy at our own home on the weekends! It took us a while to finish our Mount Dora bathroom remodel. 6 weekends from demo day until we were showering in our new bathroom to be exact.
From the day we bought this house 2 years ago we have wanted to remodel our bathroom. Between finding time and deciding on an inspiration we were a little hung up.
While my wife and I were in Mexico on our way to a small surfing town called Sayulita, we saw a man selling hand-made copper sinks on the side of the road. We stopped and ended up with this one of a kind patinated vessel sink stuffed in our carry-on. We then had our first design inspiration.
I have to say, we are both a little disappointed in our before pictures (or lack there of.) It is completely my fault though. I got home from work one night and Sierra was at a photo shoot. I went in to take a shower and decided I had had enough!
Sierra came home to this. (below) Luckily we had another shower we used while this one was being renovated. We finished up the demo that weekend and starting putting it back together. We were so happy to get rid of that tub!
That wasn’t the best part of the demo process though. After exposing the framing in the exterior wall we realized there was a window there previously. We had even talked about adding a window before we started but it was going to be more work and more money than we were looking to spend on this modern farm house bathroom. When we got that pleasant surprise, we pulled the trigger on a window and Eco Glass in Longwood really hooked it up. (my favorite part of the bathroom)
Sierra spent every second of free time during the week rounding up the tile, paints, fixtures, glass door, and decorations. The wall subway tile in the shower was purchased from Floor & Decor, and the chevron floor tile from The Tile Shop, which was something Sierra saw on a house I had just recently renovated. The shower pan and sliding doors we ordered from Amazon.
The last big step, was building the vanity. Sierra had always had something very specific in mind for it. It had to be floating, and it had to be stained wood with two big drawers where she could organize all of her “stuff.” I was able to build the drawers around the plumbing, maximizing the space.
We were used to having minimal storage in the old bathroom vanity, so this was a nice change! We also added shelves next to the shower that were built to fit baskets Sierra found at Lowes. I built them to look solid, however they are just plywood that wraps down and around which really gives it that modern farm house bathroom look.
Then to top it off, Sierra put the finishing touches on the floating shelf above the toilet. It is a piece of solid maple which was ideal because of its light color and ease of being able to stain match the vanity. I was impressed with the bracket I bought for it. It bolts to the wall and two short polls stick out from the wall, and then you drill holes in the back of your shelf so that it slides over the polls, completely concealing the bracket. That was another Amazon find!
We made a good team on this project; she designed it and I built it.
We are super stoked with how it turned out. We never thought we could like a bathroom this much!
Jones Homes is available for a Mount Dora bathroom remodel and home renovations in the Lake County Area. Please contact us for more information.
If you want to catch everyone’s attention who comes over to or near your home, you need one of these rough sawn cypress pergolas. This pergola will play such an integral part of the hardscape of this back yard. Once the vine is planted to grow on it, it with be the conversation piece of the neighborhood.
What makes this pergola unique is the details. You’ll see we didn’t bury the posts in the ground, we took the time to layout concrete footers so the posts would sit in buckets on top of the concrete. It doesn’t matter what kind of wood you use, if you bury it in the ground it will eventually wick water up into the post and rot it from the inside out.
Two of my favorite details about this pergola is the 2×8’s that span from side to side are notched to sit down on top of the 2×10’s that span front to back. It of coarse takes a lot more time in measuring and cutting but the difference is absolutely worth it. Lastly how the posts are notched to fit inside the buckets. We simply marked out where the metal would go and routed it out. It really is all in the details and worth taking the time to take your pergola to the next level.
Another fact about this pergola that makes it even sweeter is that it was all harvested from right here in Central Florida. That is also what makes it such a weather and bug resistant hardscape piece. It will also get a good coat of exterior sealer, so this pergola will be here for a long time. It is such a beautiful wood, but let me tell you, you better have some strong guys working with you!
Here we have a nice size closet just inside the front door of a home that needed some custom storage shelves to maximize space for some household cleaning items. We used all hardwoods and designed the closet to allow space for the some of the taller items like a vacuum and mop handles.
The two pictures below are what we had to work with. As you can see the closet had ample space to get creative with how the shelves could lay out.
Once we had a design, we began by getting our ledger support attached to the studs behind the wall. We then cut each shelf to fit tight and attached our face support that goes all the way down to the floor. We used 3/4″ poplar plywood, but with a span that wide the shelves need support to keep from sagging.
In my opinion using plywood and hardwoods for custom storage shelves is far better than using the usual wire racks and even MDF and particle board. For one, it is far more durable and more importantly, it looks better! You can build an array of different styles and designs with woods as opposed to be limited on creativity using different materials.
Lastly we attached the face frames, which also helps with the support of the shelf. Now the only thing left to do is slap some paint on them. Built-ins like these are real space savers and very efficient. Not to mention they are very fun to build!
If you were to ask me what is my favorite thing in the world to do, I would say build custom shelves like these. Much like the saying if you love what you do you will never work a day in your life.
