1. Wood Siding: Worth the Visual Appeal?

    Here in Colorado, our generally dry climate means we don’t have to worry quite as much as other areas about using wood for our homes. In extraordinarily moist areas like Seattle, mold, moss, and rot are all big concerns. Out here, however, wood siding is a pretty popular choice, especially to match the style of older and historic homes in the area. But is wood siding the best choice? Sure, it ca…Read More

  2. Let’s Talk Curb Appeal: Siding Projects to Increase Aesthetics

    The aphorism “Don’t judge a book by its cover” can be applied to so many situations in life. Unfortunately, when it comes to real estate, that saying often gets tossed right out the window. If you’ve ever bought a house, or even poked around a real estate website out of curiosity, you’ve probably noticed just how easy it is to judge homes based on the exterior and start crossing options …Read More

  3. Siding Replacement: Pros and Cons of DIY Repairs

    Whether a hail storm recently blew through, leaving your home looking like a golf ball, or your kid was a bit too zealous with a baseball and bat, any damage to your home’s siding should be taken care of as quickly as possible. Not only does damage to your siding look awful, even one small dent can be enough of an opening to allow water or pests in and cause a great deal of damage. When hail com…Read More

  4. Broaden Your Options: Fiber Cement Panel Options

    Real estate agents and home builders all promise to find or build your dream home, but how often do they really succeed? More often than not, something more aesthetic, like your home’s exterior preferences, will be sacrificed for a home with a great interior layout and an amazing yard. After all, it’s easier to change the paint colors on the walls or the material covering your home’s exterio…Read More

  5. Versatility Matters: Set the Tone with Commercial Cement Panel Siding

    Think about the last time you went out to try a new restaurant. Odds are good you started making up your mind before even tasting the food, based solely on reviews online or the impression you made driving up. You have probably heard, time and time again, that aphorism about first impressions being the most important. At a job interview, you want to stand out as confident, professional, and capabl…Read More

  6. Siding Spotlight: Commercial Fiber Cement Panels

    In the world of siding, there are a wealth of options for both commercial and residential building use. When it comes to building anything, be that home, school, office park, apartment complex, or other building, the goal is, generally, to ensure the structure meets the needs of the buyer, is structurally sound, is made of durable materials, and will meet certain aesthetic expectations—all witho…Read More

  7. Why Does Siding Warp? 5 Siding Problems & How to Stop Them

    If you’ve been paying attention to the DJK Construction, Inc. blog, you’ve probably seen our previous posts about the underlying (and expensive) damage that can happen to your home if your old vinyl siding has warped or buckled in any way. As responsible homeowners, however, knowing the problems to look out for is only half the battle. Knowing the causes behind the most common siding issues ca…Read More

  8. Sprucing Up Your Home to Sell

    Given current real estate trends, if you’re thinking about selling your Denver home, now is the time! Whether you’re looking to upsize, downsize, or sell a second property, the real estate market right now is so flooded with buyers that most sellers are seeing an excellent return on their initial investment. However, the caveat here is that May and June are generally the biggest months for rea…Read More

  9. How to Choose Your Siding Installer in Denver: Part 2

    At DJK Construction, Inc., we are here for all your siding needs. We are the experts when it comes to knowing which materials are going to be best for the exterior of your home, as well as colors and installation process. We can help you make decisions, and we can get the siding done quickly and efficiently. In our next post, we are going to go over the final tips on how to choose your siding inst…Read More

  10. How to Choose Your Siding Installer in Denver: Part 1

    Deciding to re-side your home is a big step in home renovation. Your Denver home may be new and you don’t love the material or color of the siding or your home is older and it's about time to get some new siding because it’s brittle and damaged. Either scenario is plausible for wanting new siding installed on your home. Like any other home renovation, you want to do your research, so you can f…Read More