Dangers Of Shoddy Electrical Work

1 August 2019
Categories: , Blog

DIY electrical wiring may save people money, but it should only be done by people with electrical knowledge and experience. Otherwise, the DIY work can end in shoddy electrical wiring that can trigger the dangers below. Inadequate Protection Electricity is dangerous, but professionally installed electrical wiring is much safer. Professional electricians put measures in place to ensure that the electrical current flowing through the wiring doesn't pose any danger. When a homeowner does shoddy work, however, they might make a mistake with one or more of these measures. Read More

Land Survey Copies: What You Need To Know

20 June 2019
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Property owners need a land survey for a variety of reasons. Surveys are not expensive, and they are the best way to protect your property and home. You will receive a copy of your survey drawing once the process is over. The following are some things you should keep in mind: What Happens If You Lose Your Survey? One reason you should have a professional land survey is if you lose your copy. Read More

What Exactly Siding Services Entails: It Is More Than You Think

15 May 2019
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When a business labels itself as "siding services" you kind of wonder what makes the service a plural set of services. After all, most people would think that siding just entails installing new siding or replacing old siding. Actually, there are other services involved, if you know what to ask for and how to get these services. Adding Insulation Maybe you did not realize this, but usually, when new siding is installed on a home, the contractor checks the insulation in the exterior walls to make sure it will keep the home warm and dry. Read More

Want To Start A Residential Painting Business? Supplies You Will Need To Get Started

26 March 2019
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Not everyone enjoys painting houses. However, if you love the smell of fresh paint, the sound of a roller sticking and releasing paint to walls, and the meditative process that goes into preparing to paint and painting, you might want to start a residential painting business yourself. The following is a typical list of supplies that most painters have on hand and use frequently when they are contracted to paint one or more rooms in a home. Read More

3 Reasons To Get Decorative Concrete

10 February 2019
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

Brick and stone are two trends that will never really go out of style. Even though they are both really stylish and will add a unique design element to both the interior and exterior of your house, they can also be really expensive. Luckily, with decorative concrete, you can get a similar look without spending nearly as much money. But other than saving a lot of money, what are some of the other unique benefits of using decorative concrete? Read More

Home Construction 101: What To Expect Of The Process

About Me

Building a new house is a complex process. If you've never done it before, it's easy to get overwhelmed with the details - especially if you don't know what to expect. When my wife and I built our dream house, I was completely unprepared for the level of detail that the plans required. As a result, I found myself feeling perpetually behind throughout the process. I created this site to share what I learned so that hopefully others would understand what to expect before they started planning. I hope that the information on these pages makes it easier for you to create the home you've always wanted.