This was a challenging project for very discerning clients. The home was originally owned by the client’s father, and she inherited it when he passed. Care was taken to preserve the history in the home while upgrading it for the current owners. This home exceeds current energy codes, and all mechanical and electrical systems have been completely replaced. The clients remained in the home for the duration of the reno, so it was completed in two phases. Phase 1 involved gutting the basement, removing all asbestos containing materials (flooring, plaster), and replacing all mechanical and electrical systems, new spray foam insulation, and complete new finishing. The clients lived upstairs while we did the basement, and in the basement while we did the main floor. They left on a vacation while we did the asbestos work. Phase 2 involved a rock retaining wall on the rear of the property that required a lengthy approval process including municipal, fisheries, First Nations, and environmental authorities. The home had a new rear covered deck, garage, new roofline, all new interior and exterior finishing, new mechanical and electrical systems, new insulation and drywall. Phase 2 also involved an extensive asbestos abatement to remove Asbestos-containing materials in the flooring, plaster, insulation, and mastics. Photography by Carsten Arnold Photography.

Asbestos exterior of an old rancher house painted in a green and white color combination - project in Cape May, NJ. More at AkPaintingAndPowerwashing.com

We removed the old asbestos tile roof and installed new lifetime shingles with custom copper flashing and accents.
Mid-sized traditional brown one-story brick gable roof idea in Atlanta with a shingle roof

This was a large building that needed asbestos removed in order for the owner to be able to knock it down to build an apartment complex. we removed truck load of popcorn ceilings, wall plaster, and roofing. All of which contained asbestos. Asbestos is found in most homes built 1970 and earlier. It is harmful to your respiratory system and looks ugly. We always recommend professional removal of asbestos do not try and do it yourself you are putting your health at risk. The craftsmanship of this building was beautiful it was a shame that it was torn down.

After photo with brand new Owens Corning Duration roof in Colonial Slate. Removed asbestos and put on Variform Climaforce-Laminated siding in Stone Mountain Clay. The perfect color combination with the new roof and existing brick exterior. Instantly adds curb appeal but best of all, clients were thrilled!

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Large blue two-story vinyl and clapboard gable roof photo in Philadelphia with a shingle roof and a black roof

Before photo with dirty, aged siding and warped roof with missing shingles. Very little curb appeal.
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Wilmington

The remodel also included a resurfaced front porch floor, new front steps, and refurbished steps off to the side. MainStreet Design Build installed new lighting, added a gable roof in place of a low pitch shed roof, and added new roof details over the kitchen window. We also completely stripped all exterior asbestos shake shingles that were applied over a concrete stucco, and re-insulated and re-sheathed the entire home. Landscape design was essential in completing this exterior remodel. Alicia Gbur Photography