Archive for July, 2009

Structural & Foundation Repair

Foundation support more than the structure. All loads are tied to the foundation. Soil condition should be considered and never taken for granted. Foundations on rock are different from organics or sand. The design professional understands loads. Load requirements are in the building codes. types of loads are based on wind, flood, live and dead [...]

RENOVATION & REMODELING by: Dean Jarvis CGC/CGR/CR/CFM/CKBR/GMB/CGP/GMR Florida Renovators, Inc.

All remodeling projects are NOT created the same way! Remodeling is a process of gathering and establishing information for determination and approvals of the owner. Renovation projects are as different as the owners they serve. The process of formatting and documenting existing conditions for redesigning and adding on to homes and building is not for the indecisive client. A design/build specialist that is perceptive in grasping information and directives and who understands how to process the information in stages is important to a successful project. This involves a lot of effort for considerations from the building owner. Like construction cost design, considerations are never apparent UP FRONT.