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What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
15 Tips To Keep Your Home Warm in the Winter and Cool in the Summer
The seasons are changing! The air is getting a little cooler, the leaves are starting to fall, and pumpkin spice is plastered on everything from lattes to candles to English muffins. So, it is a great time to talk about some frugal ways to keep your house warmer this...
Why, When, and How to Clean the Roof Gutters
You deserve a beautiful, restful place to call home, and if things are going wrong left and right—you’re not getting much rest! Carlson Projects, Inc. specializes in roofing, so we’ve got some quality advice on how to make sure that your roof isn’t one of the things...
How To Prepare For Your Project (In The Midst Of Supply Chain Issues)!
Right now we are seeing some unprecedented supply chain issues with no clue when that might be changing. So, we thought we’d write to prepare you all. We always strive to do the best work and live up to our core values, and sometimes that means delivering the...
What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
The Kitchen Is the Heart of the Home
The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s the warm, sweet- or savory-smelling place where we naturally congregate as a family. Breakfast and coffee at the counter. Standing room only during parties. Having a great kitchen matters. No home is complete without one....
What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
Our Core Values
Carlson Family Core Values Carlson Projects Inc. is a family-owned construction, roofing, and remodeling company out of Lincoln, NE. We pride ourselves on the work that we do, but it all starts with the lifeblood of what we’re all about. At our core, we base every...
Curb Appeal: The Basics
We’re told from childhood not to judge a book by its cover. But even if we truly take that advice to heart…we still judge a little bit, don’t we? We are naturally affected by the aesthetic of the book: the colors, the illustrations, the materials, the font—everything....
Why You Shouldn’t Use Window Inserts
It’s common practice for the average homeowner to replace their windows every 15–20 years. When it comes time to get those puppies replaced, you’ll have to make the decision to either use window inserts or install full-frame windows. Typically, in older homes, we see...
What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
How to identify and remove/replace a load-bearing wall
Oftentimes when brainstorming ways to really make a room pop or to increase its appeal and functionality, the best solution is to remove a wall. The biggest challenges with removing walls in your home are figuring out if the wall is load-bearing and knowing how to...
Your Roof Might Not Be Caving In, But You May Still Need to Replace It—5 Warning Signs
You may not think you need a new roof, but by the time you do think so, it might be too late. We understand it’s not an easy decision to make, and with a cost of thousands of dollars, it shouldn’t be. However, a quality roof is one of the most critical elements of...
5 Deck Trends for 2022—Deck Builders Lincoln, NE
It’s already spring, and with summer around the corner, it’s time to start planning out your deck renovation. This is the time of year when people start asking us questions about decks and what would look nice in their backyard. Outdoor entertainment is more popular...
What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
How to Replace a Roof Vent on a Pre-existing Roof
Have you ever been up on your roof and wondered how in the world those vents were installed? Are you scratching your head on how to install a new roof vent on your own home because the old vent is compromised? We have the solution! Here is a quick explanation of how...
Why Does My Roof Leak in the Winter?
The winter brings us holidays, lights, eggnog, and general good cheer, but unfortunately, it can sometimes cause dark circles to suddenly appear on our ceilings. Maybe it was a dry winter, hasn’t snowed much at all. Then, what are these phantom circles? Excellent...
4 DIY Creative, Simple Updates for Your Deck
We saw this article by Brian Patrick Flynn on HGTV.com, Spruce Up a Deck with a Painted “Rug,” and we were inspired to think about our decks in a different way. Why should we have to replace a deck in order to change up the feel of our patio space? Why not think of...
What to expect at your first meeting
What to expect at our first meeting by Devan Miller POV: You've filled out our form on our website, and we have an appointment scheduled to come out and see your home; you have read our blog post on “What to Brainstorm Around Before our First Meeting,” but you’re left...
SIX AREAS TO BRAINSTORM BEFORE THE FIRST MEETING with a general contractor | Carlson Projects
by Devan Miller You are starting to think about a remodel. Maybe you need more space and want to add to your home. Maybe it is your kitchen that needs an upgrade. Maybe it is your bathroom that could use a new layout. No matter how big or small the project is, there...
Siding the Steeple
When you work in roofing and roof repair in Lincoln, NE, you get used to interesting and challenging jobs. However, there’s one job that stands out as unique, and we remember it well. Siding this steeple was no ordinary job. It wasn’t just a simple rebuild—the...
8 tips to prevent falls in the home.
Falls in the home are a frightening issue for older people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 4 older people fall down each year and half of those folks don’t mention it to their doctor. It is hard to admit when our bodies start...
Recycled Roofing in Lincoln, NE
Take a look at that gorgeous house. Actually, take a look at that gorgeous roofing! We at Carlson Projects Inc. take pride in a roof well-laid, but an environmentally-conscious roofing material is the cherry on top of a good job. Products will continue to innovate and...
How to Rebuild a Staircase…the Right Way
In need of a new staircase? Perhaps you have an old, wobbly set of steps that needs replacing because it’s unsafe or not to code. Though replacing a set of stairs is a relatively simple job, making sure that everything is done safely and correctly is of utmost...
Historical or Modern: Which would you prefer in Lincoln, remodeling or starting new?
Do you prefer historical or modern homes? Luckily, you can have your pick of both types in Lincoln, NE! Old homes have charm and character, but modern homes often come with less work and quirks. People seem to be pretty polarized to one or the other. Though we like...
When Hail Falls, You Know Who to Call!
You’ve likely seen the storm chasers that swarm neighborhoods after hail storms to take advantage of homeowners with roof damage. If your home is damaged, the last thing you need is a salesperson trying to talk you into a rushed job without having time to research the...
What is something you always seem to need more of in your home?
We’ll Give You a Clue...Storage! The answer may differ from person to person, but the overwhelming majority will say storage. Most people also comment that storage containers look tacky and shelving units seem out of place unless they’re in an office. Well,...
4 Reasons to Remodel an Old Home Instead of Buying New
Why should you buy older homes and renovate them rather than buy new? You can’t beat the charm and character of older homes. If you’re weighing the options of renovating an old house or buying a new home, take the following points into account. Character and Unique...
“Aging in Place” Remodeling
People love their homes! It’s difficult when we are faced with the decision to continue to live at home or move to a retirement home. A recent trend called “aging in place” remodeling involves renovating your home to ensure that it’s safe as you age. That way you can...
Know who you are hiring before you reroof your home.
It helps to do a little research before you hire a contractor to replace your home’s roof. Here are some questions to help guide your research: Ask for references: Ask for recent references and then contact them to ask how their roof projects went. Going with a...
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