There's a reason why our customers often choose metal as the go-to material for their decorative ornamental work. That's because metal not only looks fantastic on both rustic and modern homes – it's also much more durable than wood and other similar construction materials. Of course, metal is far from indestructible. With exterior ornamental work you want aesthetics that boost curb appeal – but at the same time that means having these features exposed to the elements. In Chicago and the Midwest in general that means snow, ice, wind, rain,... Read more

Our customers have a lot of options when it comes to replacing the gutters on their homes or businesses. You can pick styles, colors, and installation options but by far the most thought goes into what material to pick for these features. Some materials are chosen on affordability, others on durability, and others on looks. It's galvanized steel guttering that is a very popular choice for all of the above. What Is Galvanized Steel? If you've chosen to go with metal gutters, the two most popular options are galvanized and... Read more

When it comes to metal features for your home or business it's hard argue with the timeless value of copper gutters Chicago and other copper features. Make no mistake right off the bat, you are going to pay a bit more up front if you decide to adorn your property with copper. That being said, it offers much more value and ROI than any other metal in the home design industry – and it's not just monetary compensation that you'll see. Here are the benefits of going with copper roofing... Read more

Many of our customers have contracted new roofs in the past for the simple reason that they really had no other choice. Having to litter your home or business with dozens of buckets to catch water every time it rains is not only annoying, but it also leads to more expensive water damage on the interior and other issues such as mold growth. When you do have a standing seam metal roof installation done, the benefits are further reaching than just necessity. First of all, the longevity of metal roof... Read more

There are three major rules to always try to follow when renovating your home or business. The first is to improve your quality of life which can be something as simple as just making your property look better. The second rule is to boost the market value of your space with the project if at all possible. Finally if you can make your building more energy efficient then the renovation recoups itself in a multitude of ways. We'd like to think that our decorative corrugated metal installations check all three... Read more

For many home and business owners in the Windy City, having new gutters installed probably wouldn't be high on the list of what is considered a 'luxury' renovation. That being said, you definitely need to have a sturdy and reliable set of gutters to avoid water damage and prevent issues with your foundation down the road. Plus items such as copper gutters Chicago can really add aesthetic value to your property and give it a high end look. If you have put off a gutter replacement for too long now,... Read more

One thing that a lot of homeowners – especially fairly newer ones – do not understand is just how much goes into a typical home project. Yes there is a tear down and a build back up, but there are also precautions that contractors take at every step of the way to ensure that the work is done right. There are a few things from nature that you don't want in your home and the big three are: Moisture Air Leaks Rodents It's for these reasons that metal roof flashing... Read more

One thing that has been inevitable in the construction and design industry for years is that we've always seen products, or mainly styles (trends), come and go. It might be an impenetrable siding material or a new 'eco-friendly' roofing installation, or even using old blue jeans as insulation (which is still around but hard to find). There's nothing wrong with taking advantage of a trend, but you have to be careful of two things – 1) is the hip trend going to have any ROI when it comes time to... Read more

If you've seen some of the luxury residential and commercial buildings around the Chicago area you've probably noticed that they've gone away from traditional brick or siding on the exterior. The fact that you have noticed is one of the main reasons this trend is on the rise. When architectural panels are installed on the building it gives it a unique style that looks very high end and luxurious. A potential client or a future tenant is going to be drawn to that property just because of the professional look... Read more

The gutters on your home or business property are probably more valuable than you ever realized. Of course the first and foremost important detail is function. You want your gutters to adequately dispel rainwater so that it doesn't form around your foundation or leak behind flashing to cause wood rot. Aside from that, gutters must be durable so that they can withstand hailstorms, strong wind, etc. and not leak. Finally, products such as galvanized steel guttering provide aesthetics and curb appeal to the exterior of your building – boosting its... Read more