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Beautiful Bathroom Remodel in Lincoln, NE
Beautiful Bathroom Remodel in Lincoln, NE This bathroom remodel in Lincoln, Nebraska started as an outdated second-floor bathroom from the 1900’s. We wanted to update the overall design to reflect the original build while giving it a modern and clean, yet classic...
read moreKey Tips for Siding, Windows, and Flashing
Key Tips for Siding, Doors, and Window Flashing Flashing is meant for keeping water out of your windows, doors, siding or really anywhere there might be a crack that could let water in. Using old trim coil is perfectly fine. Flashing is made with three simple bends in...
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Reconfiguring an Awkward Basement
Reconfiguring an Awkward Basement When you buy a used home, it might seem like you’re beholden to the layout you inherited on closing day, but that’s not the case. With a little help, you can add and remove walls to completely transform the space you have. Take note...
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How to Insulate with Roxul insulation
How to Insulate with Roxul insulation When it’s time to install insulation into a room, whether you’re building a new home or remodeling, or finishing a basement, there are a few things you should know. For starters, using Roxul insulation is our choice because it’s...
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Make certain your deck is built properly
Buying a used home is an exciting time, but can be scary if you don’t know the history of the home. This worry is amplified for areas like the deck, where minor problems become major problems and carry the potential for injury or worse. Here are our top tips to make...
read moreThe Case Against Window Inserts: Why You Should Replace Your Windows
Window Inserts vs. Window Replacements There are several reason why you might need to repair your windows, ranging from aesthetic to necessity. Sometimes you need a fresh look if you moved into an older home and you get the luxury of upgrading. Other times disaster...
read moreHow to install a roof vent
How to install a roof vent When it’s time to install a roof vent, the process is relatively simple if you don’t overthink it. Roof vents are a must when installing or repairing a roof. The air in houses is filled with moisture and roof vents allow a place for that...
read moreThe Weekly CP Episode 003
The Weekly CP Episode 003 // Meet Joe! Meet Joe! As the title of the video states, Joe is our resident roofing expert. If you have a question about roofing of any kind he can answer it for you. He is especially knowledgeable in the area of tile roofs which is what we...
read moreThe Weekly CP Episode 002
The Weekly CP Episode 002 Meet Austin! On this episode of The Weekly CP we followed him around to see all that he does for us here. Austin is our repairman, runner, and all around funny guy. This week he was out on one of his roof repairs fixing shingle teepeeing....
read moreThe Weekly CP Episode 001
For the first official week of The Weekly CP we headed out to a full basement remodel that we just completed the framing for as well as took a look at a repair we were doing on a roof. This basement was not original to the home but rather was put in years later so the...
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