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International Builders’ Show Featured Products 2018
The NAHB International Builders Show (IBS), is the largest annual light construction show in the world. The 570,000 sqft exhibit space features 1,500 of the top manufacturers and suppliers; attracting 60,000 visitors. It's big. No issues getting the suggested daily...
Why Use Metal Stud Framing
In commercial construction, we typically build our interior walls with metal studs. Whereas for residential projects, Home Check Plus, usually uses wood stud framing. Metal studs can be used in residential, however most homes likely have a wood structure, so it is...
DGC News
Check out the latest news at Dale Gruber Construction. Hope's Baby Girl! Our Carpenter, Hope Schroeder, recently welcomed her baby girl, Isabella! She was 8lbs 11oz, 20 1/2 inches long. Congratulations, Hope...she's beautiful! DGC...
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
Hello everyone. I thought this would be a good time to talk about how to prevent frozen pipes. It is important during the winter to be mindful of warning signs and address any small plumbing issues immediately. Frozen pipes can burst and then you have an even bigger...
Gift Guide for Carpenters
It's that time...Christmas time is here...everybody knows there's not a better time of year! In case you missed it, here's our guide on How to Prep your Home for the Holidays. With only a couple of weeks until Christmas, the time is ticking to complete your Christmas...
Budgeting Building Improvements
Have you made your budget for next year yet? Did you include a line item for building updates and maintenance? It is smart to plan and budget for building improvements, so when the time comes, you're prepared for the project. To help with creating a building...
How to Prep your Home for the Holidays
It's that time of year again, the holidays are quickly approaching. Thanksgiving is already next week! The holidays are fun and exciting, but the food prep, traveling, gift exchanges, etc can make it a little busy and chaotic. So many things to do!! While everyone's...
DGC Project Updates!
Dale Gruber Construction builds for a variety of different industries including Heathcare, Professional Offices and Retail. CLICK HERE to check out our project portfolio. Due to our depth of light commercial construction experience, we have the skills and knowledge to...
Career In Construction
Did you know, October is Career In Construction month? We may be biased, but we think it is the best industry to work in! A career in construction is exciting, rewarding and challenging. Within the construction industry, there are many roles and career paths you can...
Remodel Projects for a Growing Family
Remodeling for a Growing Family A growing family is a common motivator for doing many home remodeling projects. With additional people often comes the need for additional space. Or maybe modifications need to be made to better suit your family and lifestyle. Here are...
Types of Proposals
At Home Check Plus, we have a few types of proposal options. The reason being, we do a wide variety of different projects of all sizes and complexity. Continue reading to learn more about each proposal type. 1. Time & Material or T & M Time & Material...
Dale’s Corner: Aging-in-Place
Hello everyone, Dale here. As many of you know, the house I built and lived in for 34 years is for sale. My wife, Dianne, and I enjoyed our time there and we considered growing old(er) in the home. However, in the end we purchased a house that better...
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