Construct This: A Contractor's Blog

Construct This: A Contractor's Blog

  • Choosing A Lot To Build Your Dream Home

    When choosing a lot to build your dream home, you'll want to be a little extra picky about choosing a lot. You can't just buy one of the first lots for sale that you see. Here are some things to consider when choosing your dream home's site. Check Off Building Site Necessities Once you've chosen the general area of the country you want to build in, narrow down available properties by searching for ones that will be easy to build on.

  • Digging A New Well? Why You Should Choose A Submersible Well Pump

    If your new well is being installed, it's time to choose a pump. When it comes to well pumps, you have a couple of options to choose from - jet pumps and submersible pumps. If you're thinking about choosing a jet pump, you might want to rethink that decision. Jet pumps work well for moving water to your home. But, submersible pumps offer advantages that you might not have thought about.

  • Can You Patch That Yourself?

    Pool covers are essential for pools in areas where leaves and other things can get into the pool water. Like other large pieces of fabric that are exposed to the elements, the pool cover can rip, and like other items that can sustain damage, it might be possible to fix those rips instead of replacing the entire cover. Are there times when you can patch the damage yourself instead of calling a repair company?

  • 3 Reasons To Go With A Metal Roof Installation

    Choosing a new roof can be more challenging than you expect. It's essential to find an affordable roof, but one that will also work with your home. While asphalt shingles remain very popular, other types of roofing materials are increasing in popularity. Metal roofing is one of those materials. There are many reasons why residential metal roofing may be right for your property. Here are three reasons why you should consider a metal roof installation.

  • Why It's Smart To Hire A General Contractor If You're Short On Time

    If you're having a building or renovation project done, you might have noticed that dealing with the different aspects of your project can be incredibly time-consuming. If you are a busy person who is really short on time, you might be wondering what you can do to cut down on the amount of time that you have to dedicate to your project. One option is to hire a general contractor. This can be a really smart idea when you're short on time for the following reasons and more.

  • About Me

    Construct This: A Contractor's Blog

    When you want something built, who do you turn to? Okay, maybe you answered that question with a particular person's name, and that's an acceptable answer. But the answer we were really looking for was "construction contractors." This profession is full of people who can build this and that, and who can customize the things they build to meet your unique needs. Working with a construction team is like working with a bunch of people who just want to make you happy. We love that aspect of the industry, and it's something we plan on focusing on more as we write this blog.