This Blog is dedicated to the notion that fixing things on our homes as well as understanding how they work is a fun, life-long learning process.
Fixing things and remodeling are my passions, If you are interested in remodeling your home, or just happen to stumble upon my site, please spend some time in my world. You’ll be pleased that you did.
The original content contained here is proof that when you are passionate about something it is easy to find stuff to talk about.
Behind the scenes at Levco Care
We are working on setting up our systems for our clients. We have a great idea and a great place to start, I just need to free up the staff to make it happen.
Inspirational Quotes
Surround yourself with people you love and have fun. The rest is gravy. Paul Tillotson (1965 -2016)
I love the smell of sawdust in the morning. Me, renaissance man (8-28-58 Still going strong!)
“Quality construction does not cost- it pays” (as seen on a bumper sticker)
The House Whisperer
Whisperer was once a derogatory term for someone who gossips back in the mid-1500s; it became more popular in the 1800s, by a guy affectionately called Daniel the Horse-Whisperer Sullivan, who had an uncanny ability to deal with traumatized horses. Then, in 1998, the novel and screenplay starring Robert Redford (RIP) made The Horse Whisperer…
Teaching Gig Ends At 5 Years
Joe Levitch just completed a 5-year teaching gig for NARI, my remodeling association, on Zoom. I am so proud of my students and appreciate the opportunity I was given to prepare them for a national exam. I was able to impart some fun with wisdom woven in. Thank you to NARI and all of my…
Odds Are, You’re Not Average
I am one of two Universal Design Certified Professionals in the State of Idaho. Occasionally, I get asked what that means, so here is the 411 on my UDCP certification. I belong to NARI, and I passed an exam years ago to prove my knowledge. I continue to get continuing education and recertify annually. I…
I’m Not Sure, Let’s Check The Code
This simple line is music to my ears. There is a rule book called the International Residential Building Code, the playbook for residential builders and remodelers. As a remodeler, I am constantly engaged in the art of gaining a better understanding of how to do it right. At Levco, I am QB1. I get to…
The Rest Is Gravy
This quote is a snippet from Paul Tillotson’s saying, “Surround yourself with people you love and have fun, the rest is gravy.” Paul lived life at a very high pace as a pianist and musician. From my perspective, he created and collaborated in a way that I can only dream of. When he was playing…
No More Side Mount Island Outlets in 2025
Kitchen outlets are changing as of the first of the year. The 2023 NEC (National Electrical Code) has changed. No more side-mount island outlets. The rule stems from cords draping over the edge of an island and the fear of a crock pot or what have you getting pulled off and causing devastating injuries. I’ve…