Jun
26
Denver Water Damage – Surviving The Rain and Hail
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Weather here in Denver has been crazy these 
past few weeks. Every day we sit and wait for the latest round of thunderstorms, wondering who will get the highest impact from rain, hail, lightning, and even tornados.
Even though the storms are often short lived, the impact they bring is really starting to add up. Fires from the severe lightning strikes. Roof, siding, and landscape damage from the hail. And of course water damage from the flooding associated with this much rain.
If your home has sustained water damage from these latest storms, where do you go from here? How do you make sure you stop it for future storms, and correct the problems so further damage doesn’t occur?
Jun
24
If you’re thinking of remodeling your home, what is the best project to 
undertake that offers the best return on investment when you resell your home?
According to Realtor’s 2008 Cost vs Value Report, exterior projects such as siding, windows and decks give you your biggest return. On the interior, kitchen remodels provide the highest return when trying to sell.
1. Upscale fiber cement siding (86.7%)
2. Midrange wood deck (81.8%)
3. Midrange vinyl siding (80.7%)
4. Upscale foam-backed vinyl (80.4%)
5. Midrange minor kitchen remodel (79.5%)
6. Upscale vinyl window replacement (79.2%)
7. Midrange wood window replacement (77.7%)
8. Midrange vinyl window replacement (77.2%)
9. Upscale wood window replacement (76.5%
10. Midrange major kitchen remodel (76.0%)
Jun
17
Colorado Home Remodeling – 10 Tips To Consider Before You Remodel
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1. Can you recoup your investment in the remodel when you’re ready to sell? Different projects can offer more potential than others. Kitchen, bath and basements can all play a major part in attracting new buyers.
2. What is your budget? Set aside a budget for your remodel before you talk with designers, architects and contractors. Keep in mind that you may go beyond your budget as work sets in with extra items. But knowing a total dollar amount up front will help everyone stay on target.
3. What is your timeframe to remain in your home? Are you planning on moving to a new home in the next few years? If so, concentrate on remodels that will add the most to your potential selling value. The longer you wish to remain in your home, the more personal your remodel may become.
4.What items mean the most? Maybe you’ve had your heart set on a new stainless steel refrigerator, and that tops your list of “biggest wants”. Let your contractor know what’s important, and what you’re willing to negotiate for a more reasonable priced item.
Jun
12
Frequently Asked Questions on Meth Cleanup
What is meth?
Methamphetamine is an 
illegal substance known by a variety of names, such as meth, crank, speed, or crystal. It is a potent synthetic drug that stimulates the central nervous system. Meth is increasingly growing in popularity, and can be injected, snorted, taken orally or smoked. Chronic meth users experience severe depression, delusions, hallucinations, paranoia, and violent behavior. For this reason, active meth labs are considered dangerous, and should be thoroughly decontaminated.
Meth is made from a variety of chemicals, and using many different “recipes”. Many of the chemicals are common household chemicals, such as methanol, ether, toluene, table salt, and ammonia. Rented apartments and hotel rooms are increasing being used as meth kitchens. As meth is “cooked”, hazardous chemicals are formed, contaminating the entire property. Furniture, draperies, carpeting, wallboard, and tiles may all absorb spilled or vaporized chemicals. In many cases, the backyard also turns in a disposal site.
Jun
11
Mold thrives in moist areas, and can thrive in almost any surface, especially cellulose-based objects. And because every home has these conditions throughout, the potential of mold exists everywhere.
All indoor mold has the potential of being harmful, and should be removed immediately upon discovery. Become aware of where mold can hide, and what to look for, and keep your home and your family safe.
Here are 7 ways to determine if your home has dangerous mold:
1. Watch your home for leaks and floods. Especially in the basement or crawl space area, moisture can be a problem without noticing it for extended periods of time. Do routine checks for moisture and/or mustiness. Also watch for discolorations on the walls or ceilings.
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