What is Kick-out Flashing & Why is it Important
Kick-out flashing is an “L” shaped flashing that goes under the shingles on your roof, behind the stucco, stone or siding on an exterior wall. You should find this flashing anywhere on a multi-level house where the roof and the gutter terminate into a wall. The purpose of kick-out flashing is to divert all the […]
Is your home exterior in need of some TLC?
Is your home exterior in need of some TLC? Have you been putting off some general maintenance or are you ready for an entire exterior spruce up? Exterior Reconstruction can increase the value of your home and can transform the curb appeal. Renovations can be done to optimize the outdoor space you and your family […]
When to Hire a General Contractor for Exterior Reconstruction Project
Colorado Exterior Renovations Specialist If you need exterior renovations on your home or business, hiring a general contractor to oversee the whole project can save you a lot of time and money. Quite often, renovations require several different professionals to finish the job properly, but if you find the right GC, they will already have […]
Home Maintenance Tasks in 60 Minutes or Less From Metro Reconstruction
Home Maintenance Quick Tasks When it comes to the home maintenance, we all lag a little in our home. We would like to be on top of it, but truthfully, it just feels like it’s so time-consuming that we just let it slide. Unfortunately, letting it slide only causes little issues to become a bigger […]
Tempered Glass: A Smart Decision for Your Commercial Building
Metro Reconstruction Services has been delivering high-quality general contracting and reconstruction services in the Front Range and Mountain Communities for more than 30 years. During these years, we have learned that educating our customers and providing them with valuable information helps them to make smarter decisions when needing reconstruction services for their commercial or residential exteriors. In this […]
Painting Tips: The Importance of Using Primer
Spring will arrive soon enough, so if you were thinking of giving your home a new coat of paint this year, the time is coming! But when you’re scouring through paint stores looking for the perfect paint combination, don’t forget about the primer! Is primer really that important? Yes, it is. If you want the […]
Causes of Pest Infestation in Colorado Homes
Have you ever stood in your yard and seen a large group of ants marching single file towards your home. It can be mesmerizing to watch them work until you realize that they are heading straight for your home. Ants aren’t the only pests that could damage your home. Termites, rats, and mosquitoes are all […]
Why There Are Cracks in Your Concrete
Concrete is among the most used building materials in the world. It’s tough and durable, not to mention environmentally friendly. It’s also affordable, making it attractive to builders and customers alike. But, even the best-laid concrete is bound to get a crack or two over time. Despite what you may think, cracking concrete is (almost) […]
Stucco in the Colorado Snow
Stucco provides a classic finish to any Colorado home. Not to mention it is long lasting and weather resistant, two things that should appeal to any Colorado homeowner. Unfortunately, improper installation and cheap materials can leave your stucco home cracking, peeling and failing. Our winters here in Colorado can be a problem for some stucco […]
Fixing Foundation Problems Caused by Colorado’s Expansive Soil Problem
Colorado is home to purple mountains, amber waves of grain….and expansive soil. Two of those things are the reason people buy a home and settle down in Colorado. The third is an unfortunate side-effect, but one that all homeowners should be aware of. Damage caused by expansive soil can be detrimental to your home. Bentonite, […]