I know I am saying it backwards; the old adage is used in the reverse and is good advice. To my chagrin, I've been involved in several debacles that required a second cut to get it right. What does integrity look like? Integrity, I've been told, is the act of doing...
Levco’s mission statement: Levco Builders, LLC is in the business of improving living spaces to maximize your property’s potential. We specialize in creating realistic design solutions that are functional and fit your budget. We pride ourselves on minimizing the...
The Challenge: This home was built in 1955 it had good bones. The kitchen had been remodeled by a previous owner and half of the garage had been converted into a den/laundry room. The clients wanted to open up the kitchen, add another bathroom, and make the home flow...
I have been participating in a discussion with fellow contractors about "punch lists" for a few weeks. Punch Lists are forms used by contractors to verify everything has been done that they are aware of. I have shared my forms with others and thought mine was pretty...
As the days grow longer and the temperatures gradually rise, we switch modes form heating to cooling in an effort to maintain a comfortable temperature in our homes. Living on the edge on a desert here in Boise Idaho temperatures rise through the day with our high...
Large RV Garage From ScratchThe Challenge The Owner had drawings of a large RV garage to be added to a 2 car garage where a shed was. The new project was woven into an existing garage roofline to make it appear that it had always been there.The Idea Eliminate the shed...
Classy Garage ModificationThe Challenge The Owner had a 2 door garage with a central post in between doors that was obstructive. He had to move his car out to allow the golf cart in and out.The Idea Use a large header to replace the two previous ones and get a large...
Project Name The Challenge This home had a small protrusion over the garage which was a potential space that was not taken advantage of on the original structure. The clients imagined that by moving the wall further to the front of the garage it would create a very...
Modern master bedroom suite additionThe Challenge This home was built in the 1920’s it had good bones. It had a confusing backwards kitchen and had an addition in the ’70’s. I had looked at the home for a friend a few years earlier and had discouraged her from...