Ex Amish Construction Named Preferred Owens Corning Contractor

Ex Amish Construction, LLC is proud to announce, that we have been named a preferred contractor by Owen's Corning. Owens Corning is the leading provider of quality building materials, insulation and roofing products.

For more information on the quality products offered by Owens Corning, visit them online at http://www.owenscorning.com/.

For more information on superior construction services offered by Ex Amish Construction, LLC visit us online at http://www.examishconstruction.com/.

Ex Amish Construction has a Theme Song

Thanks to Okie and Pat Williams on the Conneaut AM Live Show, it's official... we have a theme song... Enjoy!

Ex Amish Construction - PA Certified

If you live in Pennsylvania, and you considering hiring a contractor for residential construction or remodeling... make sure you are protected. The State of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Attorney General have created a program that MANDATES that all residential contractors become certified with the state.

You can check if the companies you receive quotes from are indeed certified contractors by performing a home imporvement contractor search. At Ex Amish Construction, LLC we are proud to say we ARE a certified home improvement contractor in the state of Pennsylvania and we build our business by providing quality workmanship, reasonable prices and playing by the rules.

Ex Amish Construction LLC, HIC # PA008975

Call Before You Dig... 811

Whether you are planning to "do it yourself" or hire a professional contractor, make sure you dig safe and call before you dig.... protect yourself for FREE.





When To Call:





Make sure you call 811, before you plant a tree, dig a pond, install a fence, mailbox, deck or install concrete.
The rule of thumb.... if you are going to dig - make sure you call first.


According to the Official 811 Website, "Homeowners often make risky assumptions about whether or not they should get their utility lines marked, but every digging job requires a call – even small projects like planting trees and shrubs. The depth of utility lines varies and there may be multiple utility lines in a common area. Digging without calling can disrupt service to an entire neighborhood, harm you and those around you and potentially result in fines and repair costs. Calling 811 before every digging job gets your underground utility lines marked for free and helps prevent undesired consequences."





How it Works:



Pick up the phone and call 811... when you dial, your call will be routed to the local One Call Center. Operators will ask you for the location of your digging job and route your call to affected utility companies. Your utility companies will then send a professional locator to your location to mark your lines within a few days. Once your underground lines have been marked, you will know the approximate location of your utility lines and can dig safely. This process usually takes 24 to 48 hours, and the service is FREE. Be SAFE before you DIG, call 811.


For region specific information regarding Northeast Ohio:

Ohio Utilities Protection ServicePhone: 1-800-362-2764www.oups.org

For region specific information regarding digging in Northwestern Pennsylvania:

Oil and Gas Producers Underground Protection ServicePhone: 1-800-925-0988Alternate: 740-587-0444www.ogpups.com

If you are looking for a contractor to install your next mailbox, fence or deck. Call Ex Amish Construction, the local contractor you can trust and for all of your do-it-yourself projects, make sure to call 811 and Dig Safe!

Ex Amish Construction on Picassa Web

Ex Amish Construction is now on Picassa Web.
http://picasaweb.google.com/ExAmishConstruction
Visit us online for photos of recent projects we have
completed including custom deck construction, pole barn construction,
pole garages, roofing, siding and more.

Climb Your Way To Safety - Stay Safe on Ladders

Spring is here... that's right gutters need cleaned, shingles need repaired, hopefully the Christmas lights are already down, but there are plenty of reasons for homeowner's to be taking the ladder out of the garage to start Spring cleaning.

Before you break out the ladder, here are some tips to keep you safe. At Ex Amish Construction, we know the extensive injuries the improper use can cause... save yourself and your family members large medical bills, and use ladders with care.

Choose the right ladder for the job

Whether you choose a stepladder, straight ladder or extension ladder depends on the job you need to do and how you need to go. Always make sure that the ladder you choose is teh right height for the job.

3 Minute Safety Check

3 minutes could make a difference between life and death on a ladder. Ask yourself the following questions, and do a quick inspection it will save you in the long run!

• Are the rungs or steps firm and unbroken ?
• Are the rungs/steps free of dirt and grease ?
• Does it have nonslip safety feet in good condition ?
• If it's a stepladder, does it have a spreader to the lock the ladder open ?
• Does it have braces to keep the rails from swaying ?
• If it is an extension ladder, is the rope in good condition ?
• Are the pulleys and ropes working smoothly ?

Set it up right.

Follow these steps when you set up straight ladders and extension ladders.

• Place the ladder on a level surface.
• Use wide boards under the feet if you are on soft ground.
• Place the feet parallel with the top support.
• Leave at least three feet of extension above the top point of support.
• Anchor the ladder at the top, and have someone hold the bottom for you.
• Make sure the base of the ladder is placed one foot out from the wall for every four feet of the ladders height. An easy way to do this is to count the number of rungs from the ground to the support point at the top and divide by four.

Think Spring and Think Safety before you take your first step on a ladder. If you would like to have your gutters professionally installed by Ex Amish Construction, call 440-812-4240 or visit us online at www.examishconstruction.com.

Custom Built vs. Pre-Built Pole Barn Systems

It's a wednesday afternoon - we receive a call.... the caller sounds anxiously relieved when a friendly voice is on the other side of the line... and those three words "we need help." I already know, it is a "DIY"... also known as a "Do it Yourselfer". The following fifteen minutes consistant of advice, and tips to saving their project from complete disaster. Thus, it brings us to to the topic of Custom Built Pole Barn Construction vs. Purchasing a Pre-Built Pole Barn Kit.

COST

Many individuals are under the impression that purchasing a pre-built kit is more cost effective, then hiring an experienced contractor to build a barn from the ground up. But, that is not the case... For example, here is a price from a supplier of ple barn pre-built kits:

30x40x10 Pole Barn - 1 36' man door - 1 garage door (standard): $ 7,299.00

Ok, now the estimate from Ex Amish Construction for the proposed pole barn....

30x40x10 Pole Barn - 1 36' man door - 1 garage door (standard) $ 10,000.00


What is the difference ? With the contractor, this price includes all materials and labor. A team of contractors who are experienced in pole garage construction and design, the ability to customize the pole garage at any time.... all of which you can't do with most pre-built system.

Also - buyer beware! The pole garage price advertised does NOT include permits, footers, or any heavy equipment needed to erect the frame of the building....

So the difference, is $2,701.00...
Heavy Equipment Rental (approx. $100/hr) x 10 hours - $1,000.00
Concrete (this varies in each area - space, etc...) - $ 1,000.00
Carpentry Tools...... you get the idea.....
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Buy the time, you add up unforseen expenses, your time and migrane medication.. hiring an
experienced contractor that guarantees their work - priceless.


VERSATILITY

Let's face it... not all plans are set in stone... no pun intended. Once construction begins, 80% of our clients decide to add a window, add a door, skylights for energy effieciency... while most of these are simple- relatively inexpensive additions - these afterthoughts can cost you big bucks with a pre-built kit system.

Pre-built kits are basically molds - with very little room for customization and individuality.
Size - Colors - number of doors is set and if you choose to customize, you will see prices skyrocket.

SERVICE AFTER THE SALE

Construction of any building is an investment. The cost is relative to the quality. If you have any problems or issues... ask yourself, 1.) Will I be on the phone for hours trying to get an operator to answer my question ? 2.) Is the company insured ? 3.) Do I have the capability to fix any building errors ? (remember if the error is in your construction - it is NOT covered by the pre-built kit companies) 4.) Would I prefer having an individual that can come out to my home and fix any neccesary repairs right away ?

Service after the sale. At Ex Amish Construction, we are there for you from conception to completion. You pay for quality, experience and service after the sale.