Homeowner Tips: Get Ready for Fall, Colorado
We know, we know, it feels like summer just barely arrived, but when it comes to being a homeowner in Colorado you need to stay ahead of the seasons. That means that you need to start prepping your home for fall during the summer months. You don’t want to wait until the weather starts to […]
Keeping Mosquitoes Off Of Your Property
The worst problems we come across in our many years of exterior reconstructions throughout Colorado are often due to water damage and moisture issues. Faulty foundations, poor stucco installations, improper flashing and drainage systems are a home owners worst nightmare because once water is entering your home it doesn’t take long for the damage to […]
Rebar vs. Wire Mesh in Your Concrete Patio or Driveway
In summer, everyone starts to evaluate (and re-evaluate) the state of their driveway and patio area. When it comes to concrete, it’s all about how you reinforce it to help prevent cracking. The big question we always get is whether it’s necessary to use rebar in patio concrete or if you can manage with just wire […]
Roofing Tips: Get Insurance Rebate on Timberline ArmourShield Shingles
Hey, Colorado, how’s your roof holding up? Hurricanes and hail can take a huge toll on you roof and if you don’t have the right shingles, you could be looking at some serious damage. The bad news is that Mother Nature is just getting started. The good news is that there are superior roofing shingles […]
Reconstruction and Home Repairs: When to Hire a Contractor
When you’re buying a home, you can sometimes let your imagination get the best of you. In our minds, we’re all brilliant at “fixing” things. There is something romantic about buying that dream home that needs a lot of love and handiwork, to make it live up to the final image inside your head. We […]
From Our Family to Yours: Happy 4th of July!
This 4th of July weekend is all about celebrating freedom and independence. Most of you will be firing up the grill with friends and family or heading out to check out the various firework displays around Colorado. While you’re waiting for the burgers to cook we thought we’d give you a little Independence Day trivia to […]
A Green Alternative to Getting Rid of Standing Water on your Colorado Property
Poor drainage can be the death of your home if not properly maintained Improper installation of stucco and EIFS, lack of kick out flashing or worn out drainage can fill your home with water and mold quicker than you imagine. When it comes to moisture issues, we’ve fixed our share throughout the state of […]
Let’s Get Your Deck Ready for Father’s Day
Fixing and Maintaining Your Deck It finally feels like summer and it’s time to start enjoying our decks and gardens again. If there’s one thing dads love to do after a long work week it is to fire up the BBQ, invite over friends and family, kick off their shoes and sit on the deck […]
The Dangers of Mold & Mildew in your Home or Office
The great news about all the rain we’ve been getting in May is that you don’t have to water your garden. The bad news is flooding, which leads to moisture intrusion, which leads to mold and mold spores. We’ve fixed our share of moisture issues throughout the Front Range and Mountain communities in Colorado, so we’ve […]
Don’t Ignore Cracks in Your Foundation
It’s hard to imagine, but concrete is constantly moving and expanding and contracting and shifting. Minor cracks in your foundation are perfectly normal, but if you don’t tend to those cracks, they can become a serious threat to the structure of your home. Treat your foundation like you would treat your relationship, the sooner you […]
