Construction & Contractors Blog
If you have a crawl space that's untreated, then it's probably a good idea to set up a vapor barrier so that you don't have to worry about water causing damage around this area. For this investment to be a total success, you need to follow these installation guides carefully. Find a Truly Waterproof Vapor Barrier First Before you complete this setup, you need to find a vapor barrier material that is truly waterproof.
28 July 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
When you have the unique opportunity to build your home from scratch, ensure it's a natural expression of your personal style. This way, you won't have to commit to successive home renovation projects because you keep growing out of the original design. And that's why you need to hire custom home builders who don't have a problem veering away from cookie-cutter residential home designs. The benefits of working with seasoned home builders go beyond just aesthetics.
18 July 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
If you're having trouble affording a new home, consider building a pole barn house instead. Pole barns are less expensive to build, and they come in many styles. You also have a lot of options with the floor plan. A pole barn house could be perfect for your country lot, but since some houses don't even look like barns, a pole barn house could blend in with city houses too. However, you'll need to learn and follow local building codes.
29 June 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
Heating your home in the winter can be expensive, and the cost of fuels can fluctuate in many different markets. Adding a custom fireplace to your home is an excellent way to help reduce the cost and can add something special to your house at the same time. Steel Custom Fireplaces One of the easiest ways to add a custom fireplace to your home is to purchase a steel fireplace that is constructed off-site and brought to your home ready to install.
16 June 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
Are you curious about if your home has a problem with its foundation, and you're not sure what you should be looking for? There are several signs that can help identify a problem with the foundation. Chimney Problems Start by looking at the chimney. Does it look like it is leaning to the side or that it is cracked in places? This is not good, since a problem with the foundation is causing a ripple effect that is going up to the chimney.
2 June 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
Every roofing material matters and requires careful selection. For example, roofing nails form a relatively small part of the roof, but they actually hold the roof together. Thus, a careful selection of roofing nails is necessary for a sound, strong, and efficient roof. Below are the three major aspects of a roofing nail that sets it apart from regular nails. 1. Shanks The shank is the elongated part of a nail that goes into the material you want to nail.
23 May 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
If you own a commercial property, you may periodically walk around the outside of the building to make sure that the foundation is not cracking or crumbling. If you do not find any visible signs of damage, you may believe that the structure is sound and does not need anything done to it. However, they may be hidden damage that you cannot easily detect which indicates a problem with the foundation.
19 April 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
As the last of the snow melts away and spring weather arrives, you might start thinking about spending more and more time outside in your yard or on your front porch. But if you'd like to enjoy the nicer weather in style or you see yourself inviting friends and family over more often this spring or summer, it might be time to finally build that custom deck you've always thought about.
29 March 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
If your kitchen is dated or you do not feel that it has the functionality that you want, you may have decided that it is time to have it remodeled. When you sit down to start planning out everything you would like to include, you may start to feel overwhelmed. If so, you should sit down with a remodeling contractor and plan the new kitchen together. When you first start making the plans, you can get started with gathering information about the process by asking the contractor a couple of questions.
15 March 2022
Construction & Contractors Blog
Earth-sheltered homes use dirt and grass from the ground to cover the surface of a home. While many of these homes could be considered underground, partial coverings are also common. Green roofs, for instance, utilize the top of the home to create a natural environment for plants and animals to flourish. There are many benefits to having an earth home, here are six reasons for you to consider when building your new home.
10 March 2022