Thursday, August 27, 2015

Choose Clayton Construction for Your Roofing Needs

Roofs take the brunt of weather and whatever else the outside elements bring. It's a building's component that should never be delayed when something needs to be addressed. Although it may seem like a daunting re-modeling project, in the hands of experienced contractors, a makeover or a roofing repair can be done in a time and cost efficient manner.  Some of the most common roof types are:

Dimensional Asphalt Shingle: Asphalt is valuable for its durability and waterproofing, and for staying in good shape for several decades. Since dimensional roof shingles have more than one layer, they're even stronger, and as the name implies, adds a multi-dimensional appearance. There's a variety of shapes and colors to choose from, so if you're interested in the aesthetic appeal as well, this is a good choice.

Raised Panel Metal: Stylish, incredibly long lasting, and ecologically friendly, this option can also lower heating costs and help you stay cooler.

Single-Ply Flat: Available in a variety of materials, flat roofs include options such as green and solar. Green roofs combine the pleasing look of a garden, with the benefits of reducing air pollutants and energy costs. Depending on how strong your roof is and how much sunlight it's affected by, solar panels may be a viable solution.

Clayton Construction has 50+ years of experience with all aspects of general contracting, including roofing, and with serving the needs of Nashville Metro customers. We work with residential and commercial clients, and on every kind of structure, from ones being built from scratch, to ones that need a little maintenance, to older buildings that require renovations. Whether you're interested in one of the options above, or prefer something else, let us know, and we'll get on it. Available Monday through Friday, from 7:30a.m – 5:00p.m., call us at 615-969-9758 to schedule an appointment for your new roof!

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Built-In Storage Maximizes Space and Comfort



No matter how much you try to downsize, there's surely still to be stuff that requires considerable space and easy access. One of the easiest and most cost and space effective solutions is built-in storage, which works for all kinds of homes, from multi-family units to single family dwellings. Here are some ways a licensed general contractor can help you with creative and practical ideas for storing and displaying items:

Shelving: The possibilities are endless! Whether room additions for books, toys, and knick-knacks, better organization in closets, making sure that laundry or gardening supplies stay in one convenient place, garage or workroom space for tools, holiday wraps and decorations, or art or craft supplies, whatever you need it for, recessed shelving is the way to go.

Cabinets: Cabinet/shelf combos in the foyer are a great way for everyone to have their own space for outerwear, footwear, and accessories such as hats, gloves, scarves, backpacks, purses, umbrellas, and other miscellaneous items commonly needed when going out.

Seating: Up the cosy factor in your home with window seats that offer private nooks for reading, working, studying, or just taking a much needed break to relax or catch a power nap. Add cabinets for extra blankets, candles, seldom used kitchenware (perhaps the fancy plates that only come out at the occasional special occasion?), and whatever else could benefit from hidden display. Window seats are also neat lounge spots for cats and dogs!

Almost any space can be transformed during remodeling, such as below or alongside the stairs, within a kitchen island, nooks by the bathroom sink, or that awkward empty niche in the wall that you know can be filled with something. Clayton Construction has extensive experience with new residential construction, as well as restoration and repairs. Contact us today, to enhance your Nashville Metro home!