Category: Video
Video: What Does it Look Like to Age in Place?
Are you or a loved one having a hard time getting around the house but don’t want to move to a retirement or assisted living facility? Perhaps you’re considering making your home more accessible so you and your relatives can age in place, but you’re not sure where to prioritize or where to begin.
Video: Do You Want to Understand Building Permits?
Video Transcript: Are you about to begin work on your next home remodel project? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complicated permitting system and wondering where to start? So in this video, we’re going to help you understand getting a permit here in Portland. Hi, I’m Jeremiah Villa, a project manager here at Lamont Brothers…
Video: How to Read Construction Plans?
Video Transcript: Are you ready to begin construction on your home? Have you been given a plan set that you’re struggling to understand? Stay tuned and we’ll show you how. Hi, I’m Adam, a project manager here at Lamont Bros Design and Construction. We believe that an informed homeowner is critical to a successful remodel.…
Video: Quartz vs. Natural Stone
Transcript: What is Quartz? What is Natural Stone? Hi, I’m Jeanine with Lamont Bros, and today’s video is going to be about walking you through the differences between engineered quartz and natural stones like granite and marble. What is Engineered Quartz? Engineered quartz is quartz crystal, just like shklovsky. We take that crystal, we grind…
Video: What is Dekton?
Transcript: What is Dekton and why do you care? If you’re looking for a product that has the same heat resistance as natural stone, but all the perks of engineered quartz like stain resistance, never needs to be sealed, anti-microbial, well, then Dekton has it all. Hi, I’m Jeanine Acca with Lamont Bros Design and…
Video: Does My Home Need a Seismic Retrofit?
Transcript: Is the area that you live in at risk for seismic activity? Do you know if your house could withstand an earthquake? Did you know that doing a seismic retrofit, if it’s not, could easily protect your house and protect you in the event of an earthquake? Stay tuned and we’ll tell you more…
Video: How to Add a Structural Beam
Summary This video explains how to safely remove a load-bearing post or wall by adding a beam, which distributes the structural load and opens up space.
Video: Case Study: How to Get Retroactive Permits
Video Transcript: Do you have projects that were completed with no permits? Did you buy a house that had unpermitted work done before you got it? Is there a way to get permits for that work after it was done? Yes. Stay tuned and we’ll show you how. Let’s talk about how you get a…
Video: What is a Renovation Loan?
Video Transcript: Planning a home renovation but unsure about financing it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Stick around and we’ll answer all your questions about renovation loans. Hi, I’m Vanessa, a loan officer here in the Portland metro area. If you desire to remodel your home but are feeling overwhelmed by the financial side of…
Video: Fire Sprinkler Failure
Video Transcript: Do you have a fire sprinkler system in your home? Ever wondered what happens when your home’s fire sprinklers malfunction and flood your home? Learn how you should handle the insurance claim to repair your home after a disaster strikes. Hi, I’m Kerry, a design consultant at Lamont Brothers, Design and Construction. I’ve…
Video: How to Compare Construction Estimates & Bids
Video Transcript: Have you ever heard of somebody who got estimates for their remodel and the estimates were vastly different? Well, it’s not that uncommon. But in this video, I’m going to teach you how to compare construction bids and then what you can do if you don’t have all the information you need to…
Video: What Do I Do if a Tree Falls on My Home?
Video Transcript: Hi. Did your house get damaged from a large storm or a natural event? Maybe a big branch came through the house or maybe even a tree landed on it. If something like that happened and your house got severely damaged, we can definitely help. Hi. My name’s Josh Anderson. I’m with Lamont…
Video: Common Remodeling Questions
If you find yourself having a lot of questions about home remodeling, you’re not alone. It’s perfectly common and even healthy for homeowners to have a lot of questions during the remodeling process. Our team at Lamont Bros. Design & Construction recognizes how important it is for homeowners to have these questions answered before they…
Video: Common Bathroom Remodel Questions
During a bathroom remodel, it’s common for homeowners to have a lot of questions. Our team at Lamont Bros. Design & Construction understands how important it is for homeowners to have these questions answered before they embark on the journey of remodeling their bathroom. In this video, we’ll cover some of the most common questions…
Video: Common Kitchen Remodel Questions
If you’re like most homeowners, remodeling your kitchen comes with many questions. At Lamont Bros. Design & Construction, we know how important it is to have those questions answered so you can feel confident making decisions for your home. In this video, we’ll cover the 7 most common questions homeowners ask when considering a kitchen…
How Does the Covid-19 Virus Effect my Project?
Here’s a brief introduction to Lamont Bros Design and Construction. We’re continuing to service our clients and help people transform their homes in the Portland Metro Area even during the uncertainty of the Covid-19 virus epidemic. How are we doing that? We’re leveraging technology to help clients. Watch this video to find out. Links referenced…