Boise is the perfect place for Whole House Fans. It has all the climactic conditions to use them for about 3 months of the year. Like the swallows returning to Capistrano, I get calls annually that sound something like this. My second story it so hot in the evening...
At Levco, we have been blessed with plenty of great remodeling leads. That means that we are frequently asked to come consult on new potential projects. If I can fit 4-5 new prospects in per week as a maximum, I can do well. Given the limited number of hours in the...
Time after time, we are asked to take care of and fix problems that were caused by a person that "got a great deal. There is no contractor licensing in Idaho. You might think that tile guys are licensed, but they are not. How is a homeowner supposed to know that their...
In the grand scheme of things remodeling is a huge challenge for everyone involved, from conception to designing the space to selecting materials and hearing how much it is going to cost. That is before we start swinging the hammer. Some clients have summed it up as...
Super Bowl 53 this year featured two great defenses. 3 downs and out, punting over and over led to an unmemorable game for me. Yes, predictably, the team with the most points at the end of the game won. But imagine if one team was a stand out for their offensive...
Once you get enough experience at something you begin to get a reputation. My reputation as a strong remodeler and a problem solver gets me into some interesting situations. Using best practices is our guide to making it right. Home Evaluations for Hire I have been...
Condo Kitchen RemodelThe Challenge This kitchen was built in 1973 it is in a commercial high-rise building that by nature is a commercial project despite being a residential structure. The ceiling has radiant heating wires in it that work so lighting was going to be...
1930’s Kitchen MakeoverThe Challenge This was a 1937 kitchen in a non-historic part of the city. The home had tons of charm with arches. The countertops had tile and had the kitchen has clearly been remodeled in the past. Storage was at a premium. One funny problem...