Construction & Contractors Blog
If you have a home that is decades old, then it is likely that you have a concrete septic tank. The concrete was one of the most durable materials to use before the invent of modern polyurethane tanks. Over the years, you concrete septic tank could develop problems like leaks, degraded baffles and loss of structural integrity. Here are some of the problems that you want to be aware of if you have one of these older concrete septic tanks:
5 December 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Whether you are replacing your roof due to storm damage or because it is just old and needs replacing, you want the new materials to protect your home. There are many choice of roofing materials that are durable and storm resistant; some of these materials are natural, such as stone tiles or shakes. Here are some of the surprisingly storm-resistant materials that you will want to consider for your roof replacement:
8 November 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Like most things in a home, windows can wear out and develop problems over time, which necessitates the need for replacement. Replacing your old windows add value to your home, but since new windows require an upfront financial investment, it is important to be a savvy consumer before you make a purchase or sign a contract with a window contractor. If you're seriously considering replacing your windows in the near future, use the following tips:
5 October 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
In a lot of locations, prefabricated metal buildings are highly prized because they can go up quickly and provide a stable structure that can be used for storage, a garage, or even for business purposes. However, people who live in hurricane-prone areas often skip over metal buildings in favor of something else simply because they assume these structures would not fare well in a hurricane. There are a lot of common myths that are at play in the minds of people who assume this to be true.
25 September 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
The AC hoses in your car are responsible for carrying refrigerant to the air conditioning system, helping you to stay cool on a hot day. However, over time, these hoses can begin to wear and they may eventually need to be replaced. Here are a few of the signs you or a mechanic will look for when determining whether it is time to replace the air conditioner hoses in your car.
25 August 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
As a new homeowner, especially if you own an older home, you will quickly find out something needs fixing almost weekly. Knobs fall off of cabinet doors, a piece of tile comes unglued, or the bathroom sink gets clogged. It's important to have some basic tools so you can potentially take care of the small jobs yourself. In addition to your basic hammer and screwdrivers, it's also good to have a few tools specific to minor plumbing issues.
10 August 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Winter is coming. It's time to start winterizing your home. If you're having a composite deck installed in your yard this summer, you'll need to add it to your list of things to prepare for the cold weather. This is particularly important if you live in the mountains. Here are four simple maintenance tips to help your composite deck survive winter. Give it a Deep Cleaning As soon as the weather turns cold, and that first snow is preparing to fall, you'll need to give your deck a thorough cleaning.
21 July 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
In order for your home to remain structurally sound well into the future, the foundation on which your home sits needs to be strong. There are many different ways to ensure that a home's foundation performs properly, and mudjacking is one of them. Mudjacking is a process that allows contractors to lift a building by pouring concrete directly underneath the building. Determining when mudjacking can be used to move up your home's foundation can be challenging.
3 June 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Applying sealcoating to your asphalt surface can help extend its life. The sealcoat helps to prevent water from seeping into the porous asphalt and it blocks the sun's ultraviolet rays, helping to protect the asphalt from cracking. Over time, the sealcoating begins to wear off and needs to be reapplied. Unfortunately, there is no strict timeline for when this will happen. It varies based on the amount of traffic the asphalt surface has, the weather elements the surface is exposed to, and how well the sealcoat was applied.
27 February 2017
Construction & Contractors Blog
Skunks are cute animals that you might find in your neighborhood occasionally. Most of the time, these encounters happen at a distance because skunks are not interested in being around humans and you do not want to make a skunk feel threatened. This is an ideal outcome, but things do not always work out the way that you would like. You may have been in the wrong place at the wrong time, such as turning a sharp corner and running straight into a skunk, leading to getting sprayed from their defense mechanism.
26 January 2017
