We have kept track of this for years and have used the knowledge internally. As things shift I found it interesting to see that we have some very powerful referral sources, interestingly a new one is on the radar. Often called a lead funnel, this is how our prospects...
At Levco we decided to be a quality contractor years ago and for nearly 2 decades we have done about 20 projects a year. This means that no matter how many leads we go out on or how many clients get into design we have maxed out our availability to do remodeling...
The results are in, we have been asking this for years and we have been collecting data that I thought we should share some of it with you. You had the most enthusiasm for the project Your ideas seem to dovetail with ours You have a process that makes sense You always...
Poles, (Not Polish people, I love everything about them), and I have had a love-hate relationship for years. The advent of structurally engineered lumber, trusses, and the willingness to incorporate steel into remodeling projects has enabled me to eliminate a bunch of...
I recently upset an architect that drew a shower pan we were supposed to build. The large format tiles would have many cuts. Rather than go back to the architect to figure out a better solution, I used the advice of the tile company that was installing and needed to...
As a Remodeling Contractor, we are defined by our results. To that end, we are constantly challenged by problems that are screaming for a solution. After 17 years there are still some situations we have not solved. This is one that we ran into after we tore down a...
Primary Suite Remodel & DeckThe Challenge Inaccurate plans were provided that had to get updated over the course of the project. The project is on a creek so lots of precautions were needed to keep erosion out of it. The Idea Create a primary suite that is...
Whole House RemodelThe Challenge The home was in the hillside district and in the WUI which means that the home has some extra requirements as far as firesafe and extra structural requirements. There had been an addition done to the house years prior that was not...
Whole House RemodelThe Challenge The property was occupied during design and the new owners were very occupied with their school aged children. Lots of deferred maintenance items had to be addressed. The Idea The home was purchased in advance of moving in with the...
Garage renovationThe Challenge The sagging roof caused be removed bracing over the years made it look like a sway-back horse. A chiropractic adjustment and some serious support were needed. Keeping with the historic look and feel of the garage was important. There...