Building Science and Remodeling

Building Science and Remodeling

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a residential remodeler for a few decades after being a paramedic for a little longer,  I have learned to take command of a situation and solve problems quickly and efficiently. I have been able to watch the evolution of Building Science. It...
What Makes This Entrepreneur Tick

What Makes This Entrepreneur Tick

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a kid, my older brother Mike was known for putting things apart and putting them back together. He went on to become an accomplished locksmith and then a hardware specialist for large commercial projects. He pioneered a lock that retrieves...
I’ve Got My Son Back

I’ve Got My Son Back

Reading Time: 2 minutesI dropped in on a remodeling client to ensure she was as excited about the progress as I was. Standing there with a tear in her eye, she uttered these powerful words. The reason for the remodel is to expand her home to enable her son, who is...
The 4-Way Test For Remodeling

The 4-Way Test For Remodeling

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs the owner of this construction company, I know that decisions must be made daily. I chose to follow the Rotarian’s 4-way test. I am just celebrating my 8th anniversary in the club. What a simple code to follow. I am also an Eagle Scout,...
All The Kings Men

All The Kings Men

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme reminds me of another situation in a string of unfortunate remodeling projects that I have been weaving into a story for a while. I hear about a remodeling project gone wrong fairly frequently, and I have finally...
Why Experience Matters?

Why Experience Matters?

Reading Time: 2 minutesI had the great fortune to visit a sage man named Dr. H at the recommendation of a professional athlete and friend. He coaches folks on how to get better at whatever they are doing. Although his specialty is athletics, I learned a tremendous...
ESGR Award Earned

ESGR Award Earned

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAndrew Dixon is an Army Reserve member who also works as our estimator. He recently deployed for a month, creating hardship for the company. The truth is that we sucked it up as a team and made it work. During his absence, he nominated Levco...
Laughing At Myself

Laughing At Myself

Reading Time: 3 minutesI was frustrated with a pot that uses electricity to heat water quickly. When I went to pour the water, it dribbled. For some reason, there is a screen filter in it, which I assumed was the cause, so I removed it, and it still dribbled. I tried...
Dealing With Changes Is Not Optional

Dealing With Changes Is Not Optional

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs the owner and operator of a thriving, vital remodeling business, I experience things that a less involved owner might not. I like to say, “It’s always better to be on top of the wave than under it.” The one sure thing about...