Sort out a financial nightmare with Kristine and Terry, whose contractor put a lien on their home after failing to deliver the second story he promised. Follow Mike and his crew as they show exactly how unfinished the job was and then make it right.
Monday, August 3, 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026
What an Epoxy Installation Looks Like | This First House
When our homeowners needed to decide on a material for their basement, epoxy was the clear winner thanks to its durability and waterproof properties.
Epoxy flooring is a great option for most basement floors. It’s a two-part product made from a resin and a hardener, and it can be poured onto the floor and spread easily. It can be dressed up with flakes and sheens, and it does a great job of waterproofing the floor against leaks and rain or snow coming in with the vehicle. Nick and Hannah chose a low-VOC option to avoid the harmful chemicals in their home.
It Starts with Prep Work
An epoxy flooring installation is essentially a paint job, and with all paint jobs, 90% of the results are in the prep work. This includes cleaning everything, making any necessary repairs to cracks, grinding down any high spots, and priming the floor to make it as smooth as the budget allows.
Then Comes the Basecoat
After the prep work, it’s time to apply the basecoat. The basecoat can be rolled on with a paint roller or poured out and squeegeed onto the floor. It needs to be cut-in along the edges of the walls with a brush and forced into any cracks or gaps.
Chips are Applied
After the basecoat is applied, the chips are then broadcast onto the surface. Chips are a decorative material made from vinyl or a composite material that creates a bit of depth and color for the floor. They also help hide a lot of the imperfections and unevenness.
Last is Clearcoat
The last step is applying the clearcoat. Clearcoat locks the flake into place and creates a durable, clear top layer that resists scratches, leaks, spills, stains, and other accidents that may occur. It’s an important final step that leads to a beautiful, durable final topical product that seals the floor and protects it from issues down the road.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
365 DAYS HOUSE RENOVATION TIMELAPSE
Bienvenue dans norte Rénovation d’une ancienne exploitation viticole de + de 750m2
(Welcome to norte Renovation of an old wine farm of + 750m2)
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Dunn-Edwards 2026 Color of the Year | Midnight Garden (DE5657)
Introducing the Dunn-Edwards 2026 Color of the Year: Midnight Garden (DE5657)🪴
Midnight Garden (DE5657) is a deep, muted green with earthy undertones that capture the quiet elegance of nature. Representing a cultural moment that emphasizes restorative spaces connected to the earth, the team of Dunn-Edwards experts found that designers and consumers alike are gravitating towards tones that balance modern sophistication with this desire for grounding.
Midnight Garden is the green that works everywhere — from cabinetry and walls to accents and exteriors. Its versatility makes it equally at home on interiors and exteriors, pairing effortlessly with natural textures, warm neutrals, or sleek minimalism.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Benjamin Moore’s 2026 Colors are… kinda weird!
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Reverse Renovations | Episode Two | Benjamin Moore
Malcolm was excited to move. The only problem? His current apartment had a black accent wall. Can he reset his space before move-out day? Check it out on Reverse Renovations. Find Benjamin Moore paints for your space at your nearest local store today.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Everything you need to know about COMMERCIAL PAINTING
Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Painting | FAQ with RoePaint.com
Welcome to RoePaint.com's FAQ video on commercial painting! 🎨🏢 Whether you're a business owner, property manager, or just curious about commercial painting, this video is your ultimate guide.
Monday, July 13, 2026
Alltek Restoration's Commitment and Dedication to Client's Satisfaction is Second to None
You can expect a professional staff when working with Alltek Restoration, Inc. We value and expect quality, efficiency, punctuality, cleanliness and courtesy from our team. Our commitment and dedication to our client's satisfaction is second to none.
- Quality work, Integrity, and Commitment
- Prompt completion and timeline.
- Detailed estimates upon invitation to bid.
- Explanation of contract and specification
Alltek has established successful working relationships with qualified and competent professionals, and subcontractors who share our customer oriented philosophy.
Our Guarantee: We warranty all work that is done with your project whether we ourselves do the work or our subcontractors do the work.
Choosing the right contractor is crucial for any project to be successful. We specialize in Emergency Services, Contents, Restoration, and Reconstruction. You can rest knowing that your project's interest is at the top of our concerns. Alltek is committed to providing our clients with the highest quality work and exceptional customer service, while assuring you of a well executed plan to complete your project. You and everyone involved in your project will feel confident we are leading the way.
OUR ESTIMATES
Xactware® is recognized in the claims industry and used by many insurance providers. All of our restoration scopes and reconstruction estimates are generated using the Xactimate estimating software or Xactcontents for personal property.
With our estimating staff’s knowledge, combined with the power of Xactimate, our estimates indicate exact quantities and materials & labor. This is accompanied with a clear description of work to be performed and graphical reference providing you with a clear concise scope of work that Alltek will perform on your project.
PROPERTY RESTORATION | STRUCTURE RECONSTRUCTION
There are many aspects to your claim, that our trained and expert staff will guide you through the process. We provide you with a single claim solution from start to finish. Once you choose Alltek Restoration, Inc. you will have one point of contact for your entire claim. No call centers. You will never be a claim number.
Alltek performs both residential and commercial restoration for insurance claim repairs for both small and large loss. For all properties we provide complete restoration services for the following loss categories:
Fire Damage, Water Damage, Smoke Damage, Storm Damage, Vandalism, Vehicle and more.
BOARD UP SERVICES
Are very common requirements after storm or fire loss. The damages caused by the actual fire and tactics use to extinguish can leave your property with broken or blown out windows, burnt doors or broken doors, ventilation holes in roofs, and structural deficiencies all of which leaves the property open to accessible, in distress, and insecure. We will secure all loss related openings with temporary measures securing the property and temporary structural repairs to help prevent further damages.
Contact our office in Antioch, CA, at 925-732-7208 to speak with one of our construction designers about your upcoming project.
Friday, July 10, 2026
Boost Your Home’s Selling Price: 5 Pro Secrets | Consumer Reports
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Dealing With Disaster and Planning Restoration
Disaster can strike any commercial building or residence at
anytime. Whether it is a storm that strikes or a fire that engulfs the
building, disaster in any form is often severely damaging to the
property, as well as to the people who live or reside inside it.
However, for a quick and efficient recovery, restoration needs to be
taken up in a professional manner, at the earliest possible time.
All across the US, there are thousands of commercial and residential buildings that fall prey to unforeseen disaster, like fire or water that infiltrates walls and floors, and floods the entire facility. If your home or office has suffered from mishaps like these, then you are at the receiving end of emotional trauma and financial loss. A water or fire disaster may lead to destruction of interior structural materials, furnishings, and electrical equipment and in the worst case, precious metals, jewels and cash. That is why, in the case of any sort of disaster, you need to gather your wits and focus on restoring as much as you can.
You need to act immediately to stabilize the loss and mitigate damage. Only then can you achieve the maximum recovery of items like furniture, carpeting, electronics, machinery and documents. Rapid action is needed to minimize replacement costs, as well as prevent the facility or home from getting exposed to further damage like mold. In most cases, restoration is best handled by professionals. They can carry out the entire task speedily and effectively. Add to that their trained crew who use the latest equipment, and you will see the logic behind hiring a restoration company as soon as damage occurs on your property.
However, when one does need to look up a disaster restoration company, they are often quite shaken up, even more so in the case of residential disasters. However, choosing a restoration company needs to be done very carefully as it is probably the one chance you get to fix whatever you can, post disaster. That is why we've listed below a few essential services that you must expect from a damage restoration and maintenance company.
• Providing The Solutions: The company must have skilled staff that can judge the amount of damage and determine what can be saved. They must also be able to recommend the equipment required for restoration, the process and the expected results of the same.
•Managing The Operation: The damage control company must be able to have a dedicated team that will be able to handle your case. They must also define a time period within which the restoration work will be completed with guaranteed results.
• Using The Latest Techniques: Whether it is to remove soot and clean the smoke laden walls after a fire,or dehumidification and drying of a facility post a flood or seepage, they must be able to limit indoor air quality problems and make the room/office/facility habitable quickly.
• Comprehensive Cleaning and Disinfecting: Post disaster, there are chances of allergies and infections due to remnants left behind. The company must sanitize, disinfect interior surfaces, and also eliminate contamination from mold, bacteria, mildew, and other potential biological hazards.
• Efficient Disposal and Minimal Demolition: The company must try to save as many items as it can. If however, certain portions have to be demolished, then that needs to be done in a cautious manner.
All across the US, there are thousands of commercial and residential buildings that fall prey to unforeseen disaster, like fire or water that infiltrates walls and floors, and floods the entire facility. If your home or office has suffered from mishaps like these, then you are at the receiving end of emotional trauma and financial loss. A water or fire disaster may lead to destruction of interior structural materials, furnishings, and electrical equipment and in the worst case, precious metals, jewels and cash. That is why, in the case of any sort of disaster, you need to gather your wits and focus on restoring as much as you can.
You need to act immediately to stabilize the loss and mitigate damage. Only then can you achieve the maximum recovery of items like furniture, carpeting, electronics, machinery and documents. Rapid action is needed to minimize replacement costs, as well as prevent the facility or home from getting exposed to further damage like mold. In most cases, restoration is best handled by professionals. They can carry out the entire task speedily and effectively. Add to that their trained crew who use the latest equipment, and you will see the logic behind hiring a restoration company as soon as damage occurs on your property.
However, when one does need to look up a disaster restoration company, they are often quite shaken up, even more so in the case of residential disasters. However, choosing a restoration company needs to be done very carefully as it is probably the one chance you get to fix whatever you can, post disaster. That is why we've listed below a few essential services that you must expect from a damage restoration and maintenance company.
• Providing The Solutions: The company must have skilled staff that can judge the amount of damage and determine what can be saved. They must also be able to recommend the equipment required for restoration, the process and the expected results of the same.
•Managing The Operation: The damage control company must be able to have a dedicated team that will be able to handle your case. They must also define a time period within which the restoration work will be completed with guaranteed results.
• Using The Latest Techniques: Whether it is to remove soot and clean the smoke laden walls after a fire,or dehumidification and drying of a facility post a flood or seepage, they must be able to limit indoor air quality problems and make the room/office/facility habitable quickly.
• Comprehensive Cleaning and Disinfecting: Post disaster, there are chances of allergies and infections due to remnants left behind. The company must sanitize, disinfect interior surfaces, and also eliminate contamination from mold, bacteria, mildew, and other potential biological hazards.
• Efficient Disposal and Minimal Demolition: The company must try to save as many items as it can. If however, certain portions have to be demolished, then that needs to be done in a cautious manner.
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