Benefits & Uses of a Steel Moment Frame
Steel is common in commercial construction, but did you know it can help strengthen your home, too? Although not frequently used in new home construction, a steel moment frame can be a great way to retrofit or reinforce your home’s structure during a renovation project. At Lamont Bros. Design & Construction, our team regularly does…
Read MoreDoes my Portland Home need a Seismic Retrofit?
You’ve probably heard that the Portland metro area is at high risk for earthquakes. But did you know that in spite of this, not every home in Portland is built to withstand a major seismic event? If you’re concerned that your home may be at risk during an earthquake, don’t panic. A seismic retrofit can…
Read MoreCan I add a second story to an old home?
You love the character and charm of your older home, but find yourself needing more space. For one reason or another, you don’t have the option of expanding the ground floor level. Instead, you hope to build a second-story addition. But given its age, it seems like this old home already has enough trouble holding…
Read MoreWhen to repair the foundation of a historic Portland home
There’s no question that old homes in Portland have character. But while charm and rich history rule the view from above, many of these homes face a challenge below ground. Hundreds of historic Portland homes today sit on crumbling, compromised, or poorly constructed foundations. If you own a Portland home built before the 1960s, you…
Read MoreCan I do an addition over my garage? Yes. Here’s how.
If you’re like most homeowners, the last two years have shown you that there just isn’t enough room in your home. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change the way we use our homes, many people seeking a private, secluded area of their home have found themselves wondering, “Can I do an addition over my…
Read MoreWhat are advanced framing techniques?
If you’ve been around construction workers in the last year, you’ve probably heard one of them mention “advanced framing techniques.” This form of structural framing is a specialized set of methods that increases the overall efficiency of a home. At Lamont Bros., several members of our staff are trained on how to incorporate advanced framing…
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