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Choosing An Energy Efficient Homebuilder In Scottsdale AZ

September 16, 2014/in Custom Home Building Tips /by Mike Christensen

Choosing a Custom Homebuilder in Scottsdale that Focuses on Energy Efficiency

Truth be told, there are many custom homebuilders in the greater Scottsdale area. However, there are very few that focus on ensuring that your custom home is energy efficient. The fact is that energy rates are skyrocketing in Arizona. Whether it’s due to our resources or economic reasons, finding affordable ways to integrate energy efficiency when choosing a custom homebuilder in Scottsdale has become a priority for many new homeowners.

Five Important Factors To Consider When Choosing An Energy Efficient Custom Homebuilder

First – Define Your Individual Needs

Before you begin to interview custom homebuilders, the first thing you need to do is determine exactly what you’re looking to build. Believe it or not, different custom homebuilders often have individual specialties. So before you start searching, know exactly what type of home you’re intending on building. Read more

Flood Restoration In Scottsdale Can Come From a Simple HVAC Leak

September 9, 2014/in Disaster Restoration Tips, Flood Restoration /by Mike Christensen

How A Bad HVAC Systems Can Lead To Home Flood Restoration

Although most flood damage in Scottsdale, Arizona occurs during the stormy monsoon season, one highly overlooked cause of indoor flooding can be attributed to HVAC units. It’s no secret that we use our air conditioning a lot during the hot summer months in Arizona, however, one thing not commonly known is that this additional use also tends to create a ton of condensate that needs to be properly disposed of. And when the condensate coils of the air conditioning plumbing system fail, it could lead to possible damage inside your home and the need to have flood restoration in Scottsdale.

HVAC Flood Damage

For the most part, the State of Arizona is relatively dry. However, from July till August, when we get a ton of rain and thundershowers, our homes tend to develop a lot of humidity. It’s the job of an AC unit to remove this humidity from inside our homes. With so much additional humid air, sometimes our systems become overworked and the excess water has nowhere to go but your basement or bottom floors. Read more

Where to Start on a Home Renovation Project in Phoenix

September 2, 2014/in Home Remodeling Tips /by Mike Christensen

Where to Start on a Home Renovation Project It’s common for homeowners in Phoenix to find affordable ways to spice up their homes – and increase property value. And one of the quickest growing trends in Arizona is the addition of several home renovation projects both in the city limits and suburbs. One question that many homeowners often ask is where to start on a home renovation project?

A Priority List Of Items Needed For Any Home Renovation Project

First – Always Begin With Setting A Budget

Whether you’re going to simply paint the house or take on a complete restoration project, the first and probably biggest step is to create a very strong budget. It’s often said that money doesn’t grow on trees. Well, in the construction industry, money is often the primary hurdle to overcome. This is why the best thing any homeowner can do is to create a solid budget of what they can afford to spend on any home renovation project. Read more

Haboobs in Arizona: Tips to Stay Safe during Massive Dust Storms

August 12, 2014/in Disaster Restoration Tips /by Mike Christensen

If you’ve lived in Arizona for any period of time, you know how powerful and dangerous those haboobs in Arizona can become. From the serious damage they can cause a home, to the significant danger they cause to drivers trapped in a haboob while on the road, the truth is that nobody wants to deal with these freakish summertime storms. However, they are a reality of southwestern living. We have provided a few simple tips that anybody should follow every time a haboob is approaching that when followed, could save you time and even potentially save your life.

Life Saving Tips During An Approaching Dust Storm

Tip #1 – Safe Driving Tips When Approaching A Haboob In Arizona

A haboob can pop up out of thin air. So it stands to reason that the majority of the time, you’ll experience a haboob in Arizona while you are traveling on the road. If you ever find yourself in this unfortunate circumstance, here are a few things you should do to prevent injuries or accidents during an Arizona haboob.

First – Pull off the road and turn off all lights, including your emergency flashers.
Second – Roll Up Your Windows.
Third – Wait it out.

Before you head back onto the road, take a few minutes to clear off your windshield of any dirt that is impairing your vision. You’ll also want to make sure you clear out the ventilation ducts that draw air into your AC system before turning that back on. Read more

What To Do After The Storm Damage Occurs In Phoenix

August 5, 2014/in Disaster Restoration Tips /by Mike Christensen

How To Deal With Storm Damage In Phoenix

When the summer storms arrive during the monsoon season, many homes and commercial buildings suffer significant storm damage in Phoenix. And for anybody that has dealt with storm damage in the past, they realize how stressful and time consuming it can be to get repairs made. However, there are a few things that anybody can do to expedite this process and ensure that a dependable repair company fixes the storm damage that has occurred quickly – and affordably.

Our 3 Steps To Repairing Phoenix Storm Damage

Step #1 – Take An Inventory Of Damage

The first thing you want to do before anything else is to take a quick walk around the entire property to inspect any damage that has occurred due to a storm in Phoenix. One thing that many Phoenix area homeowners tend to forget is that most insurance policies will cover damage done to your property not just the house on your property. We’re not saying that all insurance companies will cover the damage repairs, but just take an inventory and document your inspection in case they do.

This is the assessment we suggest to complete:

Examine the outside of the entire house. Look for any damage done to the walls, windows, roof, gutters, doors or any large and very important structural elements of the house.
Examine the property such as the front yard, back yard, side yard, any garages, storage areas and outdoor equipment. Inspect them and take pictures of any damage that has happened to those areas due to the storm.
Look for any damage to outside utilities such as power lines, gas lines, water supply or anything else that supplies power or fuel to the house. Read more

Home Remodeling Contractors In Scottsdale Busy With Additions

April 30, 2014/in Home Addition Tips, Home Remodeling Projects /by Mike Christensen

Scottsdale Home Remodeling Contractors

One of the ‘perks’ of living in Arizona is the temperate climate. In fact, in a recent article, Forbes Magazine listed their top reasons for moving to Scottsdale, AZ, and they listed ‘great weather’ as number one. This great climate also has a way of convincing many family members to consider a move to the Valley of the Sun for health and financial reasons also. This has stimulated a remodeling spurt – especially for home remodeling contractors in Scottsdale. Read more

Important Tips For A Successful Kitchen Fire Restoration

December 31, 2013/in Disaster Restoration Tips /by Mike Christensen

It is estimated that 58% of all house fires begin in the kitchen. If you’re one of those fortunate individuals who are lucky enough to contain the fire to only the kitchen area, the process of completing kitchen fire restoration is much easier. However, there are a few important areas that need to be paid close attention to in order to be fully repaired – and completed by a professional fire restoration expert.