[New Post] Peak One Builders Begin Remodeling Army Ranger Remsburg"s Home

Our Nation’s heroes often give their lives and livelihood to protect the freedom that we all enjoy on a daily basis. When we can supply some time, materials and a little bit of sweat to give something back to help them live a higher quality of life in their time of need, the rewards are bigger than any large construction contract can provide. The team at Peak One Builders is proud to announce the official groundbreaking for Army Ranger Sgt. First Class Cory Remsburg and his new home remodeling project allowing him to continue to recover from a 2009 injury that nearly claimed his life.

Jared Allen’s Homes For Wounded Warriors Remodeling Home For Sgt. First Class Cory Remsburg

Sgt. First Class Remsburg joined the Army when he was 18 years old and went through the rigorous, specialized training to eventually become an elite Army Ranger, deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan 10 times. He spent a total of 39 months in combat and made leader of his company’s heavy weapons squad. Among many honors, Remsburg has been awarded the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal, the Bronze Star, and was honored during this year’s State of the Union Presidential Address.

However, on October 1^st, 2009, Sgt. First Class Remsburg and his platoon came upon a roadside bomb in Kandahar, Afghanistan. The explosion left shrapnel lodged in his brain. After years of rehabilitation centers and hospitals, Remsburg now lives at home with a full-time caregiver in Phoenix, Arizona.  He is now able to walk and speak, although he still struggles on his left side and is blind in his right eye.

Like many disabled veterans returning home, the family realized that the house would require some extensive remodeling to accommodate Cory and his full-time caregiver. Remodeling can provide easy and safe access to general at-home activities that many of us take for granted on a daily basis. The partnership between Peak One Builders and Jared Allen’s Home for Wounded Warriors foundation stepped up to the challenge.

For several years, the Peak One Builders’ family, led by our founder Mike Christensen, has actively supported our returning veterans. A former US Army soldier himself, Mr. Christensen takes proactive measures to ensure when soldiers return home to the Phoenix Valley, they are well taken care of by a local community they fought for daily overseas. With this commitment, Peak One Builders has partnered with NFL Football Player Jared Allen and his Homes for Wounded Warriors to provide a complete home remodeling for Sgt. First Class Cory Remsburg.

JAH4WW is a non-profit organization created for the sole purpose of raising money to build or modify homes for America’s injured military veterans making them handicap accessible and comfortable.  Jared Allen of the Minnesota Vikings formed the organization in 2009 after he returned home from his USO Tour to U.S. Military Bases in the Middle East.

The project for Sgt. First Class Remsburg officially broke ground on July 11^th, 2014. The entire team at Peak One Builders feels it is a privilege and honor to be partners in helping Sgt. First Class Remsburg live a higher quality of life back home here in Phoenix. For more information about Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors project, please take the time to visit them online @ http://www.homesforwoundedwarriors.com.

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[New Post] 3 Ideas On How To Make A Theater Room In Your Scottsdale Home published on

It’s amazing what homeowners will do to increase their comfort and entertain friends. Case in point: Did you know that most homes that are involved in Parade of Home events across the country are built with custom-made theater rooms? Believe it or not, there is a simple reason for this growing trend – it’s a very affordable way to increase your overall value of a home and also increase entertainment options for family and friends.

Whether you’re looking to install a simple surround sound system or build a state-of-the-art entertainment room, there are details you should consider when deciding on how to make a theater room that will accomplish exactly what you are looking to achieve.

3 Details To Consider When Making A Theater Room

First – Consider your Budget

It’s a reality of life that money tends to dictate options. In building a home entertainment center, creating a solid budget on what you can afford to spend is often the best way to begin this process. One of the biggest mistakes that many homeowners get into is overspending – especially when it comes to creature comforts like building a home theater. And if you’re stressing about paying the bills or making ends meet, you really won’t have time to enjoy that newly constructed home entertainment option.

Second – Consider your Future Space Options

Another important detail to consider when you are planning to increase your home entertainment options is space inside your home. Many people make the decision to convert an existing bedroom into a home theater for one simple reason: no need to add new rooms. Before you spend the time and money in constructing a home theater make sure you consider not only your current living and space options, but also your future plans. Consider the following:

• Are you going to have any more children?


• Do you expect to take in a relative or aging parent in the near future?


• Are your kids growing older or moving out? And if they are, how confident are you that they won’t need to return?


• Are you planning on keeping your home for a long period of time?


• Or building a home theater to increase the resale value of your property?

Third – Think About Your End Goals

It’s critical when planning any home improvement project that you consider the finished project before you begin. When building a home theater, this begins and ends with the materials you’ll need to accomplish the quality you’re looking to achieve. Here are a few tips to consider:

• Sound: most home theaters are special due to the advanced sound systems that power the home theater. You should consider the construction of several elements that impact sound quality including the number of walls, the material on the walls, the number of windows in the theater room and flooring. Each of these elements impact sound quality.


• Visual: You’ll also want to consider your visual entertainment options. In this case, you’ll want to consider the location of the ‘big screen’ TV. You should also consider electrical requirements to power these energy-consuming appliances.


• Comfort: It’s also important to consider the comfort of those that will visit your home theater. Think about designing your home theater to maximize space and to not cram too many furniture pieces into your home theater.

Whether you’re looking to simply add a new sound system and TV to your existing entertainment room or looking to create a luxury home theater, by following these three tips you’ll quickly learn how to make a home theater room that meets your budget, living requirements and also achieves the long term goals that will make your home the go-to place for entertainment.

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[New Post] Completing a Bathroom Shower Remodeling Project In Phoenix published on

It’s amazing how many homeowners in Phoenix are beginning to see the value and fun associated with bathroom remodeling projects. In fact, one of the most cost-effective home improvement projects is making the decision to complete a bathroom shower remodel. And believe it or not, it’s also a project that many homeowners can do it themselves. If you’re looking to start a bathroom shower remodeling project, here are a few important tips to consider that will make the process easier, cost-effective and ensure the job is done right the first time.

3 Tips To Consider When Remodeling A Bathroom Shower

Tip #1 – Begin with an End in Sight

Having a clear and concise plan of attack is always the best course of action for any remodeling project. When you’re thinking about remodeling your bathroom shower, it is sometimes best to first consider the end product. A bathroom shower remodel often involves the following individual elements:

• Changing the shower fixtures


• Improving the design of shower tiles


• Refinishing or completely changing the shower basin including adding or subtracting doors, drain, and other features that make the shower unique.

As you can see, there are several individual details you can change with a bathroom shower project. However, the primary reason you want to start with the end design is two-fold:

a)   It will help you to price out materials and any subcontracting work you’ll need to hire. This is very important since it’s often the best way to complete a budget for upgrading your shower.

b)   It will stimulate some creative ideas based on your budget. For example, if you add up the complete cost estimate and you determine that you are a few hundred dollars over budget, you can plan to either use different materials or change the construction process.

The key here is to plan out the entire project first before purchasing any materials or hiring anybody to complete the project.

Tip #2 – Visit Some Trade Shows or Research Ideas Online

Another great idea for planning a positive bathroom shower project is to take in some décor concepts from either home remodeling trade shows or online sources. You’ll discover that by simply looking at other people’s creations often will stimulate your own creative juices. Plus, by visiting a tradeshow, you can often speak directly with product vendors, interior décor experts and construction contractors that may provide you with detailed tips and ideas that will help streamline your project.

The Internet is also a powerful asset for homeowners looking to improve the function and look of their bathroom showers. There are several blogs that focus only on bathroom remodeling projects that are written by experts in the field. Take some time to read these blogs and articles to explore ideas and learn important lessons or mistakes to avoid during this process.

Tip #3 – Contact a Professional Contractor

Regardless of what type of home improvement project you’re considering, it’s always best to get the input from professionals. And believe it or not, sometimes simply contacting a professional remodeling contractor that has years of experience in bathroom shower remodeling projects is a great way to actually save time and money.

Most contractors will take the time to openly discuss your ideas, create an effective plan that will get the job done quickly and with a focus on quality. In many cases, you’ll discover that working with a contractor can significantly simplify your home improvement project and actually save you money in the long run.

 

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