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Reduce the springtime allergens in your home!

Here are some heplful tips on creating and maintaining a home with minimal allergens during the spring and throughout the year. 1. Change Air Filters Regularly The filters that are installed behind the vents in a house prevent the spread of allergens like dust and mold spores. When these filters are not changed every 30 to 60 days, they become saturated with particles that prevent the circulation of clean air. Changing the filters on a regular basis will ensure the proper function of a home’s HVAC system and the overall reduction of allergens in the air. 2. Use Bedding that… Read the Full Post »

Published on May 8th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | blog

lookin’ good.

The progress that has been made on the house at 411 7th Ave NW in kelso has gone incredibly well.  We are extremely pleased with the fact that by the end of the week we will be completed with the framing, roofing, siding, plumbing, electrical, and possibly the insulation.  we are moving along incredibly fast and hope to sell the home just as quickly.

Published on May 8th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

Rain, Rain, Go Away…

We have been able to make great progress at the Kelso house.  We are now on to roofing and siding today and next week will be completing the plumbing and electrical…..The Ridgefield Bath remodel is making great progress.  phase 1 is completed on schedule prior to the clients vacation and phase 2 will be completed when they return…..the Vancouver tenant improvement will be completed today  and if the weather cooperates the repairs to the outside of the building will be completed as well……the last project that is waiting in the wings to begin is the Gresham building refinish.  We need… Read the Full Post »

Published on May 4th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

Things are Rolling

This week we are moving forward on a few different projects.  We have rolled the trusses and completed the framing at 411 7th AVE NW in Kelso.  Tomorrow we will be installing the doors in the Ridgefield Bathroom remodel and will be installing the Esther ST doors as well.  By the end of the week we will be installing the plumbing and prepping for electrical in Kelso.   It’s a big week with lots to do.

Published on May 1st, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

DiY?

There are many people out there that are probably more than capable of taking care the construction management part of their new home or remodel but most people don’t have the time or resources to do it by themselves.  Many People that we talk to that have decided to undertake a large construction project on their own often go into it thinking that they will be able to save tons of money by doing so.  This is all well and good in theory but often turns out to be false.  What most people do completely realize is that contractors have… Read the Full Post »

Published on April 25th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | blog

The rest of the week

Kelso House:  wed: framing, Friday: framing, and install exterior doors and windows…… Arial Backsplash: Thur: tile work…… Ridgefield Bath: install cabinet doors next week when they are delivered.

Published on April 25th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

Kelso 411

We were able to complete toe entire deck of the house.  Today we are going to begin framing the walls on the front of the house.

Published on April 25th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

Framing in Kelso

Good News!  We are beginning the framing of our 3rd and final house on 7th AVE NW in Kelso.

Published on April 24th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | Current Job Updates

Price, Quality, or Service. You can only have 2.

There are only 3 things that a business is able to offer with their products.  These 3 things are Price, Quality, or Service.  The unfortunate side of things is that you are only able to have 2 out of the 3.  This is where some decision making comes in on your part.  Often times we are able to choose quite easily.  Take Costco as an example,  They are able to offer Quality Products at a good price but if you need a sales person out on the floor with all the answers about the product you are looking to purchase… Read the Full Post »

Published on April 19th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | blog

Do Your Research

3-29-12 Welcome to our Blog.  We are extremely excited of where we are going as a company .  This blog will be used to keep the fans of A.C.T. Builders, LLC. informed and in touch with what we are up to.  We are also planning on using this blog as a platform to educate people on different aspects of the construction process. One of the major problems that we continuously run into is that we are unwilling to tell partial truths and whole lies to get jobs.  In just the past few weeks we have lost a job due to… Read the Full Post »

Published on April 19th, 2012 | 05:55am | by Aaron Marvin | blog

We cannot say enough good things about Charlie Marvin and his son Aaron. It was a pleasure working with both of them. Throughout the construction they were both on top of everything, from scheduling of subcontractors to the delivery of all the materials.” ~ Hal and Joy

I want to thank ACT again for the fabulous remodel that they completed in my kitchen. I've been pleased with the entire process, from the initial bid to the final install. I can't tell you how much I appreciated the time frame in which they completed the job.” ~ Lewellen Kitchen

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We are an award-winning, premiere custom home builder & contractor serving Vancouver, WA; SW Washington; and the Portland Metro area. We specialize in custom home building, home remodels, and commercial construction projects. Utilizing our years of construction industry experience, we pride ourselves on providing quality solutions for each of our clients.

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Can Termites Ruin Your Home?

There is nothing quite as relaxing as coming home from a long drive or commute and getting close to your house. The streets are familiar, you know the houses so well, and your car practically drives itself home. You may pass by…

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