Adding Green Features to Your Home

The benefits of adding green features to your home are numerous. In addition to obviously helping the environment, eco-friendly materials also decrease utility expenses, and reduce if not eliminate potential health problems. They also add value to your house, whether or not you sell it, rent it out, or keep it within your family. Here are a few of the main elements in your home to consider, from Clayton Construction:

Windows: First, don't forget about the possibilities and the benefits of extra shading. Awnings, shutters, external blinds, and even trees can reduce how the temperatures filter through your existing windows. If you do still decide or need to replace windows, go for double panes, insulated frames, and/or low emissivity glass.

Roof: How about a green roof, literally? A layer of moisture and root resistant material is placed upon a section of the roof, and plants grow. It results in heating and cooling effects for your home, a reduction in pollutants in the air, and a unique aesthetic characteristic.

Flooring: In lieu of carpeting, try recycled glass, bamboo, sustainably sourced wood, or even cork. If you decide to still have carpeted floors, find companies that use natural fibers for the backing as well as the top layers.

Insulation: A safe alternative to common fiberglass is cellulose, which comes from recycled paper, particularly newspapers. Another option is cotton, which is made from recycled denim.

Paint & Stains: Choose paints that have little to zero VOCs (volatile organic compounds). Milk based paints are a favorite, and for staining, choose products that are based in water, not oil.

It's important to work with general contractors who are familiar with green materials. Call us at 615-969-9758, to discuss how we can help improve your Nashville Metropolitan home with the environmentally friendly features that you want!

We Have the Best Contractors for Your Multi-Family Property Renovations

Whether you're an individual or a group new to multi-family property investments, or have been in the game for a long time, at some point the question of renovations comes up. It could be simple things like fresh paint or other cosmetic makeovers, or substantial upgrades necessary for safety, upkeep, and insurance. No matter what the situation, Clayton Construction is here to work with you and make it happen!    

We have decades of experience with the residential and commercial sectors, and the many needs that come with tenant improvements. First and foremost, if you're planning to do anything after you already have renters living in the property, you'll need to arrange for work to be done with the least amount of disruption to schedules. It's important to make sure that the tenants, including their children and pets, as well as any onsite staff, are comfortably accommodated. This may even mean renovations or additions are done on several dates rather than one block of time, depending on what's involved. You may also have to figure out if the work will affect tenants to the extent that a slight discount for that period's rent is appropriate.

Kitchens and baths are common improvements that we're very familiar with. From installing new kitchen cabinetry to attending to electrical and plumbing issues, these are the two most important rooms that need utmost attention. Often, they're also the rooms that carry a lot of weight as to whether or not prospective renters take a place.

Another area we do a lot of work with is roofing, especially with storm damage or 

water damage repairs. These are emergencies that require immediate attention, and ones that you can be assured that Clayton Construction will handle with professional and personal expertise.

When you're ready to fix up your Nashville Metro rental property, call us at 615-969-9758!

Let Us Help Build the Kitchen of Your Dreams!

It's quite common to just accept the kitchen as is, when you buy a home. Whether you don't give it much thought at the time, or think that you'll get to it eventually, before you know it, you're looking at the room and disliking it – a lot. 

That's where we at Clayton Construction come in. We're expert kitchen remodelers, specializing in Nashville Metro residential and commercial properties. Taking on a makeover like this can be overwhelming for some clients, so here are some things to consider, to simplify the process:

Purpose: Are you renovating for yourself, or as an upgrade to sell or rent out?

Statement: What kind of style and statement are you going for? Classic? Bold? Whimsical?

Eclectic? Inspired by family or culture?

Cabinets and Counters: As the main components, the cabinets and counters form the frame of the kitchen. Styles and durability vary, so choose what reflects your needs and

preferences.

Refrigerator and Stove Placement: Although it may be best to work with the current layout as far as wiring goes, decide if you'd still rather have these appliance hookups elsewhere.

Sink: Do you want one or a double sink? Or would you prefer two sinks that are in separate parts of the kitchen?

Lighting: Under cabinetry, spotlight, track, or pendant above key features, what do you fancy for practicality as well as décor?

Island/Breakfast Bar: Would you like a kitchen island that's just for prep, that includes inserts for cooking or the sinks, or also doubles as an eating space? How much shelving or storage do you want included?

Built in nooks: Will there be any built-in fruit, vegetable, or bread drawers, window seating, or shelving?

Budget: Last but definitely not least, what is your budget?

Give Clayton Construction a call at 615-969-9758, so we can discuss your kitchen makeover ideas!