Joseph & Berry is an award-winner boutique construction management and general contracting firm specializing in luxury custom homes and luxury remodeling projects in the Dallas -fort worth area.
We bring to life stunning custom designs by the best architects and interior designers for some of the most incredible people whom we call our friends.
As a nationally recognized general contractor, we provide a WHITE – GLOVE customer experience that makes the entire design-build process as seamless as possible.
Our unique “Customer Remote Supervision” expertise, enables you to complete your project from any place on the globe, without ever needing to visit our office or your jobsite at all phases of your project.
Nothing is quite as romantic as a roaring fire on a cold winter night. Imagine the luxury of falling asleep to a warm comfortable fire every night in your master bedroom. If you’re planning a master suite remodeling project, adding a gas fireplace will enhance the design of the space and create a romantic inviting atmosphere.
Today’s gas fireplace technology has improved from the days of static, anemic blue flames and fake looking logs. Modern gas fireplaces burn more realistically, complete with glowing red embers and tall yellow flames that dance around realistic ceramic- fiber logs that are molded using the real thing.
A gas fireplace requires no tending, needs the occasional dusting, can act as a heat source for the bedroom, and turns on and off at the touch of a button. Nothing is easier to use, more convenient, or more energy efficient than a modern gas fireplace.
Adding a fireplace to your master suite remodeling project is a fairly simple process, although you will need to make sure that any fixture you choose meets your local building codes. If you’re looking for a fireplace for a bedroom, you’ll need to focus your search on direct-vent models as most localities do not allow unvented gas fireplaces in the bedroom.
There are three basic configurations of gas fireplaces. All are available as either vented, or vent-free versions, they are:
Inserts and built-ins are reliable heat sources that fill your space with a mix of warm air and radiant heat. Log sets are generally used more for their look than for heating. In order to be used in a master suite remodel, any unit you choose must vent the fumes to the outside of your home.
This is critical when choosing your gas fireplace. According to Section 303.3 of the International Fuel Gas Code, homeowners are prohibited from using a model that gets its combustion air from the bedroom. So unvented fireplaces and natural-vent gas fireplaces or wood burning fireplaces with gas logs are typically prohibited. Some local codes actually require the manual to clearly state that the unit is “bedroom approved.”
Building codes and regulations can vary widely. For example, in some states, unvented gas fireplaces are allowed in a bedroom, as long as they are under 10,000 BTUs. Most localities, however, do not allow unvented gas fireplaces in a bedroom, period. Your design build remodeling contractor can supply more information on your local codes.
There are some considerations if you’re planning on adding a gas fireplace to your master suite remodeling project. As just explained, any fireplace used in a bedroom needs to be a vented unit. Fuel, cost, BTUs, and maintenance are all valid concerns, so here are some facts:
For a heat producing fireplace insert or built-in fireplace, you can expect to pay anywhere from about $2000 to $7000 or more for the unit including installation. This does not include a decorative work like a mantle, tile surround , unique stone surround etc. Costs can vary depending on the scope of work required to properly vent your fireplace.
Gas fireplaces are available that burn both natural gas and propane. Natural gas is generally less expensive and produces about five percent more heat. When natural gas isn’t available, choose propane.
There are two venting options available for use in a master suite bedroom.
Natural venting or B vent is used if you have an existing wood burning fireplace with a chimney in the space. A flexible metal pipe is installed in the chimney which exhausts the combustion by-products and the room air out of the house.
Direct Venting draws in outside air for combustion, then expels the spent air back outside through a dual (co-linear) venting system which eliminates the heat loss associated with a conventional chimney. The vent line can be run through the roof, or out the side or back of the house. Direct vent units must have a sealed glass door to maintain proper combustion and proper indoor air quality.
Expect to pay about $150 annually for a certified technician to come and clean the unit and adjust the burner to keep your fireplace soot free and natural looking.
The heat output of gas fireplaces varies depending on the type and any additional options like a blower fan to distribute heat. Your contractor can help you size the BTU output to match your room size, local climate, and your home’s insulation level.
Along with these basic features, seek out a fireplace that offers you options like a variable height adjustment, thermostatic control, electronic ignition with a battery backup – you’ll love this feature when the power is out. If your unit is meant to act as a primary or secondary heat source make sure it has a built-in fan.
At Joseph & Berry, we can help you to choose the perfect fireplace for your master suite remodeling project. Gas fireplaces are available in a number of sizes, various BTU outputs, and every style from Victorian to ultra-modern. Our design team can incorporate the perfect fireplace to match your aesthetic taste and style.
During our pre-construction phase, our team will regularly meet with you and your design team in every step of the way – Teamwork. We will lead the entire team to ensure your happiness and satisfaction level.
Our pre-construction phase is unique, detailed and represents a vital role in the success of your future home project.
At first, we will learn about your wish-list and needs. then, and if you don’t have one already, we will pair you up with one of our amazing architect partners that suite to your vision.
We will develop an initial scope of work, budget, and timeline. As the design progress, we will constantly refine and adjust your scope of work. You can expect to see a well organized, detailed and itemized line items for every design feature of your new custom home. This approach, allow us to value engineer your budget with full transparency and with respect to your level of investment and wish list.
During the construction phase, you will feel our “white-glove” experience at it’s best. We believe that building your new home doesn’t mean that you need to stop your busy life routine. Therefore, our project managers will provide you with a daily update, progress photos, scheduling, etc., right to your phone or computers.
We will always invite you to visit your job site, but you have the ability to control that according to your lifestyle.
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We devote ourselves to the highest quality and the best customer experience. Focusing on 10 families only every year, allow us to be there for you – every day.
THE SOW BOOK
Our detailed commercial standard SOW, allows our customers, team and partners, to take better decisions, value engineering and fully execute a better project.
#10 PROJECTS RULE
We devote ourselves to the highest quality and the best customer experience. Focusing on 10 families only every year, allow us to be there for you – every day.
THE SOW BOOK
Our detailed commercial standard SOW, allows our customers, team and partners, to take better decisions, value engineering and fully execute a better project.
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We would love to learn more about your needs, and be part of your family’s next chapter.
Joseph & Berry is socially obligated to give back the community that is constantly helping us grow.
If you know a great cause or a family in a need of home improvement, that we might be able to help, we’ll be happy to reach out with one of our home remodeling specialists and change others’ lives.
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The COVID-19 is a war, and the soldiers in the front lines are the medical teams that fight for each one of us. Those days, we create “Thank you boxes” with small things that might make their days a little bit sweeter. We would love to give each one of our boxes with a personal thank you note – thank you note from you and your family. Email us your thank you note, and we will attach it to our boxes. have your kids decorate it and help us spread the love.
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Meet Kelly, our heroine, who battles cancer at the age of 12.
Joseph & Berry Remodel Design Build had the privilege to be part of changing Kelly’s life by remodeling her master bathroom and making it more comfortable and easier for her to keep her day-to-day routine after released from the hospital.
Our hearts go out to see the picture and read the information on the media. We are humble and thankful for the opportunity to donate vital products and money to varies organizations in order to help south Tx.
Please join us in that extremely important cause and help change other’s lives.
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