BD Scope & Remodeling

Most commercial carpets are composed of synthetic fibers, which offer several benefits, including stain resistance, crush resistance despite heavy foot traffic, and the ability to repel dirt. The fibers are also colorfast, which significantly reduces fading, even when the carpet is exposed to direct sunlight.

When choosing colors for the exterior of your home, pay attention to geography, specifically in terms of the intensity of the sun. Keep in mind that intense sun washes out colors, so, in this case, you’re going to want to go brighter.

High-traffic areas have very specific requirements on their floors. The flooring needs to be extremely durable, resistant to stains, and easy to clean. If the area has a large, open space, such as airports, then sound insulation is also a good idea.

Has your real estate agent recently told you that you won’t be able to get your asking price if you don’t fix up your home’s exterior? We’re always happy to help you turn your agent’s exterior color suggestions into a reality.

Early mass-produced windows used a system of pulleys, chains, and weights within their frames to open and close. During World War II though, most of these materials were earmarked for the war effort. With the lack of materials, a new design was created and the pressure-sealed double hung windows soon became the norm.

Did you know that carpet can actually help improve the indoor air quality in your home? Carpet can trap the dust and other pollutants in your home, keeping dust and other irritating particles out of the air.

You have several different roofing materials to choose from for your roof. Asphalt shingles are the most popular, but you can also choose from wood shingles, metal, slate, composite, and tile. Commercial buildings often use engineered rubber or plastic, or even green roofing.

Did you know that improperly installed flashing can cause roof problems that extend beyond roof leaks? Hot bituminous roofs where the flashing is poorly attached can experience open seams and laps, resulting in blow-offs and reduced puncture resistance.

Do you hate being in houses where every little sound echoes through every room? If you have a high quality carpet pad, it can help absorb some of that annoying noise.

When hiring a roofing contractor, find out if the job will be sub-contracted (a common practice). If it is, extend the same expectations and requirements to the sub-contractor as you do to the prime contractor.

75% of all houses in North America opt for roof shingles for their roofing needs. Not only is this typically the most cost effective method, but it also combines design versatility with ease of installation.

The quality of your carpet can be the difference between the comfortable and sturdy and the thin and weak. It’s a good place to invest a little bit more for the quality that that extra cost can bring because it will last much longer and look better.