Joe's Blog
Joe has been blogging about the remodeling process and experience since 2011.The New Cost Vs. Value 2014 Report is Here
Every year at this time Remodeling Magazine issues the Cost Vs Value report so that we may see the value of the remodeling projects we are creating in relation to the value you get for your investment. Here at Levco we are excited to see it and read the conclusions...
You Need A New Roof – Seriously !
As a member of a professional remodeling organization called NARI, there are occasionally calls that come in for help. We have traditionally worked with the community to do all sorts of great projects through our Contractors Who Care volunteer program. Lately the ones...
Pole Barn Garage
The Challenge: The Owner had a small functional garage that was towards the back of his property. When he purchased the property, he envisioned a large shop attached to the old one. He had owned several homes with large garages and he knew exactly what he wanted. The...
Levco Hosts Remodeling 101 Community Education Class
Dateline Boise Idaho February 2014 Boise Community Education just hosted another Levco lead Remodeling 101 class at Hillside Junior High School. The group of 15 students were treated to 2 hours of interesting student driven conversation. No subject was off limits,...
Show Me The Money!
I was shocked to see the banner at a bank the other day encouraging folks to borrow again. It says that they are looking to loan money. The several year dark shadow of an austerity program and close federal scrutiny has lifted a bit. Seeing the banner, combined with...
To DIY, or Call a Professional Remodeler?
I must get a half dozen calls a week from folks that are considering a DIY project. They seem to be searching for a reason to tackle some home remodeling on their own. I'll admit, it looks fun from my vantage on the recliner watching a 30 minute home improvement show....
Why Hire One Contractor Over Another?
Krisjan Hiner posted an image that got me excited to write. The same sentiment has been echoed in other recent posts that I follow as well. I began thinking, how can I express to my potential client's that we get this cardboard sign? For starters, I bare my soul and...
What is Life All About Anyway?
I had a very enlightening conversation with a 7 year old boy the other day. I was at the remodeling show manning the Levco booth to discuss remodeling with the many attendees of the 14th annual event. (Anyone who has ever manned a booth for a weekend knows just how...
Can I Finance My Remodeling Project?
I saw a commercial last night on TV. "You could have your bathroom remodeled by a national franchise for as little as $125/month." Sounds too good to be true don't you think? This is their big pitch year in and year out. I love to solve my client's problems. How the...
Levco Presents at Home Show
Dateline Boise Idaho January 2014 I presented 2 original lectures at the 14th annual Remodeling & Design Show at the Bose Centre in the Grove Downtown Boise. January 18th & 19th. Look for interesting presentations and materials of Boise's best remodelers and...
