Blog Posts in May, 2013

Repair and Upgrade Costs for Multi-Family and Commercial Properties

During almost every inspection, most buyers and many agents want to know how much this or that is going to cost to repair or replace. After more than 40 years in the construction trades doing everything from a small bathroom remodel, building houses, owning a decking company, owning one of the largest remodeling companies in the United States to working on an electrical power station and a 500 ...

Cool Roof Systems - What Are They?

One of the top concerns expressed by buyers of commercial real estate is always the roof. And rightfully so. The average flat commercial roof lasts approximately 15 – 20 years. That means if the building was built in 1994 the roof is nearing the end of its expected useful life. Handling a roof at the end of its life costs tens of thousands of dollars…or does it? We are always looking for cost ...