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Can you imagine a job more meaningful than structures with your bare hands? Maybe you can name a few, like nursing and teaching, but we would still argue that construction work belongs on that list of really meaningful jobs. After all, we all enjoy living indoors in our homes, and those homes would not exist without construction workers and contractors. It feels so good to have a place where we can share thoughts like this! And trust us, this is just the beginning. On this blog, you should be prepared to read all about the construction industry and its many facets.

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How A Foundation Repair Contractor Might Fix A Wall In Your Basement That Is Bowing Inward
2 December 2022

If it seems like the wall in your basement is bowi …

Factors To Consider When Building An ADU
17 November 2022

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a secondary ho …

4 Plumbing Upgrades You May Want Your Plumber To Make To An Older Home You Just Bought
4 November 2022

When you move into an older home, you may need to …

5 Concrete Options For Your Driveway
24 October 2022

When it's time to replace your driveway, consider …

What Should You Do When Having Waterproofing Done To Your Basement?
6 October 2022

If you're preparing to have waterproofing done to …

How A Foundation Repair Contractor Might Fix A Wall In Your Basement That Is Bowing Inward

2 December 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If it seems like the wall in your basement is bowing to the inside, you may think you're seeing things. However, wall bowing is a sign of a type of foundation damage that can happen due to the hydrostatic pressure of water on the outside of the wall or from frozen soil pressing against the wall. This could happen suddenly after a flood or happen gradually and slowly get worse. Here's how a foundation repair contractor may go about fixing a bowed wall. Read More

Factors To Consider When Building An ADU

17 November 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a secondary home located within the same lot as a larger main house. ADUs are an ideal way of expanding your home to accommodate more people, especially if you have a growing or aging family. An ADU can also be a source of rental income in a housing market that does not provide enough affordable housing. However, before investing in an ADU, you should consider factors like the following. Read More

4 Plumbing Upgrades You May Want Your Plumber To Make To An Older Home You Just Bought

4 November 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

When you move into an older home, you may need to make a few upgrades so it's more like your previous home with modern plumbing. If you're planning to remodel the home anyway, it's the perfect time to update the plumbing. Here are some things your older home may not have that you want a plumber to fix. 1. Your Plumber Can Add An Outdoor Spigot You may have a spigot in the front of your house where the main water line enters your home, but that doesn't do you any good when you're working in the backyard. Read More

5 Concrete Options For Your Driveway

24 October 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

When it's time to replace your driveway, consider concrete paving. It's not only attractive, but concrete is also highly durable and relatively low maintenance. There are also a variety of options so your paving can be as unique as your home. 1. Poured Concrete The most common type of concrete driveway is the poured concrete driveway. These are installed as poured slabs with expansion joints between them to minimize cracking and shifting. Read More

What Should You Do When Having Waterproofing Done To Your Basement?

6 October 2022
Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you're preparing to have waterproofing done to your basement, it might be because you've had moisture-related issues in your basement in the past, or you might have heard that this can be a common issue. You could be wondering what you should do when having waterproofing done to your basement, and you can start by doing some or all of the things on this list. Understand Why You Should Have Waterproofing Done on Your Basement Read More