by levcobuild1dev | Apr 22, 2016 | Levco Builders Process
Reading Time: 3 minutesI was recently given recognition for good ethics by a worldwide civic club, called Rotary Club International. Someone reported me as being a good example of good ethics in my community and the judges agreed. I was among a hand full of really...
by levcobuild1dev | Apr 15, 2016 | News
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAn amazing honor was given to me this week. As a result of a Rotarian recognizing me for my ethical behavior, I was selected as a winner of the local Rotary International group ethics award for “Honoring high ethical standards in...
by levcobuild1dev | Apr 9, 2016 | Levco Builders Process
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe remodeling industry has changed dramatically in my lifetime. I was born into a construction family. When I was exposed to the remodeling industry there were no pneumatic tools, no computers, no laser tools, no battery operated tools and...
by Joe Levitch | Mar 30, 2016 | Plumbing, Understanding your home
Reading Time: 3 minutes“No honey, there are not ghosts in our house rattling the pipes.” Much like the “Snow Lion,” my friend’s son was having trouble seeing in the foot hills. “No son,” he said “Snow Line.” In our...
by levcobuild1dev | Mar 28, 2016 | Levco Builders Process, Maintenance, Safe Practices, Universal Design
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe 2008 NEC (National Electrical Code) required electricians to install TR or Tamper Resistant outlets in areas that could be abused by children. As the code was adopted gradually from township to township, the little devices were put on the...
by levcobuild1dev | Mar 24, 2016 | News
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs part of my commitment to being a mover and a shaker in the remodeling industry, I was asked to make a presentation to Remodelers Advantage Nation on Deconstruction. This is an area that I am passionate about. Reusing, Repurposing, and...
by levcobuild1dev | Mar 24, 2016 | News
Reading Time: < 1 minuteJoe Levitch was interviewed for the Safety article in the March 2016 issue of Qualified Remodeler Magazine. The industry is struggling with new safety rules from OSHA and the EPA is not letting up on lead based paint. Although safety is not...
by levcobuild1dev | Mar 16, 2016 | Safe Practices
Reading Time: 4 minutesLevco has not been bashful when it comes to lifting things that work from other industries to enhance the remolding experiences. This concept was adopted in 2004 by JCAHO the (Joint Commission Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations). In my...
by levcobuild1dev | Mar 5, 2016 | News
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs of January 1st 2015, Boise and the surrounding areas are using the 2012 IBC (International Building Codes) to regulate construction in the area. Unlike a quip I heard as I came to Boise in 1980. “Welcome to Boise, set your watch...
by levcobuild1dev | Feb 27, 2016 | Lead Safe Work Practices, Levco Remodeling Project FAQs, Levco Service Difference
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat is “Track-out?” Track out is just like it sounds, a situation where a vehicle in most cases travels into soft soil and tracks the soil out of the job site. Minor track-out: Usually dust or light gravel, often seen with heavy...
