Years ago, I had a cool interaction with Ron Spomer, who's a repeat client, outdoor enthusiast and prolific writer. I had a 5 page document with lots of notes that outlined how we work at Levco. I asked Ron if he could condense it, as well as several other ideas I...
I gave a presentation with a panel of former clients on hand to answer questions several years ago at a remodeling show. I created a PowerPoint to share my thoughts about the process of remodeling, but it was the panel of experts that made the big impression. Later,...
As a remodeler in a state without licensure for contractors, I could not imagine not having a professional remodeling association membership. Although as a state, we are rich in natural resources, and agriculture, our population is relatively small and we have a...
I occasionally can't hold back and utter this bit of advice during the inspection of a home, usually when it comes to a decision to buy or not to buy. Over the years it has frustrated potential buyers, but I am not one to beat around the bush. Granted, it has strained...
Change Orders are a form used to note things that have "changed" from the original DOW (Description of work). They may be designated for additional funds, negative funds, or neutral. The most important part is that they confirm and document that something was changed...
I often refer to electrical switchology in my description of work, and I realized it is a word that I invented. It refers to the study of electrical switching. In a home that Levco remodels, it is a big deal. As mentioned in my pet peeves blog, having switches in...