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Deck Re-Skin Completed

In a prior post we showed the start of a deck re-skin project utilizing Correct Deck CX product. Except for me forgetting to order a few connectors that are required for the stair handrail, the project is essentially finished. While we were hoping to get completed last week, a few days rain and enrolling the kids […]

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Filed Under: Remodeling & Renovations Tagged With: Correct Deck CX August 4, 2009 By SLS

The Rationale for Getting 3 Bids?

The BBB along with quite a few other organizations advise you to get three bids for any project you want done. Why? Well you do want the best price right, and isn’t that all that matters? If you do believe that price is all that matters, ask yourself; Is it truly the best price if the job isn’t done right the first time? […]

Filed Under: Consumer Awareness, Miscellaneous Articles Tagged With: Guest Article's, Roofing July 30, 2009 By SLS

Tired of staining and all that other maintenance that a wood deck requires?

How would you like to maintain this 540 Square Foot deck with 44 Lineal Feet of balusters & 58 Lineal Feet of Railing? Well based off the work involved, cost to hire someone to do it, amount of time the deck can’t be walked on and a problem with VOC’s – the decision was easy. It is […]

Filed Under: Remodeling & Renovations Tagged With: Correct Deck CX July 24, 2009 By SLS

Welcome to the Resource Center for Homeowner’s provided by SLS Construction

Welcome to SLS Construction’s blog site. My name is Sean Lintow Sr., and I started this company back in 2006 when I moved out here from Arizona. I am a 3rd generation builder that has worked on everything from small bass boats, houseboats, RV’s, mobile homes, historical renovations, residential building and remodeling, to commercial buildings up to 10 stories […]

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Articles Tagged With: HTRC Updates July 20, 2009 By SLS

Insurance Claim FAQ’s

FAQ’s on Tree Damage, Full Replacement Value Policies, I found the contractor I want – but the insurance company wants me to get 3 estimates? […]

Filed Under: FAQ's, Acronym’s, & Terminology, Insurance, Miscellaneous Articles June 12, 2009 By SLS

Getting your life back together again

Most people dread the appraisal and rebuilding process, because all we generally hear about are the horror stories where they try to shortchange you, it takes months to get your settlement, or you are pressured to use their preferred contractor, […]

Filed Under: Insurance June 11, 2009 By SLS

What to do after you notice damage to your property

Assuming the worst has happened like a major hail storm, a downed tree on your house, shingles blown off the roof, your water line busted while you were out, etc… you are left wondering what should I do now? […]

Filed Under: Insurance June 10, 2009 By SLS

What to do about damage to your house during a storm

While listening to the rain you happen to look outside and notice the shingles are flying off your roof, or you walk into a room and notice water dripping down, or worse case a tree falls on your house – what […]

Filed Under: Insurance, Miscellaneous Articles June 9, 2009 By SLS

Review your Policy now; before you need to file a claim

Before the need arises to file a claim you should review your current insurance policy to make sure it covers your needs. Below is a quick list of insurance coverage’s shown on the Declaration Page and what it means in plain English. We recommend that you review your policy each year with your agent and […]

Filed Under: Disaster Preparation, Insurance, Miscellaneous Articles June 8, 2009 By SLS

Why should you hire a professional deck builder?

While most maintenance & even some repairs can easily be handled by a typical homeowner, building a new deck or performing major repairs should generally be left to a professional deck builder. At SLS Construction, we insist on building everything […]

Filed Under: Consumer Awareness, Deck & Outdoor Living March 24, 2009 By SLS

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