General Contractors in Cleveland help restore a Broadview Hts home back to its original condition after extensive water damages. 

As a seasoned remodeling company in Brecksville, just south of Cleveland, it is no surprise that our phones have been ringing off the hook with homeowners in a panic as they have just discovered water damage inside their home. Let's face it, Cleveland has some very harsh weather--even during what is supposed to be "spring". A majority of the calls we get are concerning water leaking through a window, particularly larger bay windows on the front of the home. While occasionally the window simply needs to be re-caulked or re-flashed, an overwhelming majority of the time water is finding it's way into the house from somewhere other than the window itself.

For instance, very recently, JM Design Build met with a Broadview Heights homeowner in a very similar situation as described above and found that the water had actually been coming in from the roof of the house. While the water was first spotted from the inside of the home, it unfortunately had been seeping through for quite some time prior to anyone noticing it. Thus, quite a bit of damage had been done, and we advised the homeowners to contact their insurance company. Below is an overview of the procedures taken collaboratively by JM and the homeowners to resolve the water damage issue and restore the home back to its original state.

Restoring a Home After Water Damage
JM Design Build visually inspected the area and found damages to the bay window on the front of their home. The homeowner informed us that this was the first time he and his wife had noticed any water coming through the home; however it was evident that the water had been seeping through for quite some time. After an exterior assessment of the home, it is believed that heat loss from the garage area was causing ice to build in the corner of the garage and the exterior wall, which hangs over the bay window. Thus, as the ice melted, water was seeping through the bay area and entering the home.

After finalizing the course of action with the homeowner’s insurance company, JM Design Build began restoring the home to its original state through a series of both exterior and interior renovations. For instance, on the exterior, JM's expert construction crew removed shingles and tar paper, approximately 150 square feet of stucco, installed ice and water shield, and replaced all materials that were removed and painted them to match the existing look and feel of the home. In addition, JM Design Build installed electric heat cables in the gutter and roof area to help prevent ice dams from occurring in the future.

In regards to the interior renovations, JM Design Build removed the damaged trim and drywall in the dining room bay as well as the insulation and inspected the framing and floor areas for rotted lumber. Once all of the material damaged by water was removed, we sprayed the entire area with TIMBOR® mold inhibitor. The homeowner also needed new windows as they were damaged so we replaced them with 4, double hung windows with grid patterns that matched the other windows in the home. We then replaced all drywall, trim and insulation. The home was restored and looks almost identical to its original state. 

If you're wondering how to prevent and remove ice dams, we have a helpful blog post here. Otherwise, if you have noticed water damage in your home, contact us for a free inspection and we'll help you figure out how to get your home back to the way it is supposed to be. 

Like many homeowner's in Bath, OH, Carol and Jerry used their basement for everything but themselves. What began over ten years ago as an unfinished space to store their belongings slowly transpired into an unwelcoming area of their home that they barely visited. Inevitably, they became fed up with the wasted space and decided to seek out the help of remodeling companies in Cleveland, OH to get estimates on finishing a basement. 

From the day JM Design Build's expert designers met with the couple, they knew they were in good hands. Beginning with a free design consultation, our team was able to identify key areas of the basement that were being under-utilized and had poor functionality. What's more, we were able to work with their budget to exceed their needs and fulfill their wants with a basement of their dreams. 

With the help of our craftsmen, their finished basement now features a 10x10-foot basement bathroom with a custom tile shower, separate water closet, a make-up desk and even a linen closet. Additionally, we were able to fully finish a 12x12-foot master closet complete with a granite topped island in the center that provides more than enough room to store seasonal clothing and apparel. 

This atmosphere provides a private getaway for the Mrs—whenever she pleases. Instead of the conventional drywall mud finish evident in most basement remodeling projects, the drywall throughout the entire basement of this Bath, OH home was textured for a more modern feel. Then, we opened up the bottom of their stair rail and built an open staircase for a more dramatic entrance into their basement. 

The finished product isn't just a basement; it's a place to escape. The customer couldn't have been happier with their remodeled basement. Don't believe us? Here is what the homeowners told Angie's List about us:

"They are expensive-but worth every penny. Their staff consists of master tradesmen."
Jerry and Carol, homeowner's in Bath, OH (read review)

Looking to finish your basement? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation design consultation!

Like many homeowners in Brecksville - Broadview Heights, this family needed more living space, and decided the basement would be a great place to find it. After talking with a few home remodeling firms, they were still having trouble envisioning the ideas that the contractors were suggesting, so they called us here at JM Design Build a free design consultation. With the help of our design team, we were not only able to explain to them how to maximize the useable space of the basement, but actually provided professional drawings to show exactly how we could transform the entire floor into a fully functional household area.

As it turned out, the homeowners had a lot more room than they had realized. For instance, in addition to freeing up more than 120 square feet of storage space, this Broadview Heights basement remodel includes a home theatre room (pre-wired for a projector and surround sound), a downstairs office with a feature glass door, an exercise room, and a full basement bathroom which is complete with tile floor and a glass shower. What's more, our professional craftsmen cut back one side of the wall coming down the stairs in order to open up the layout and eliminate the "tunnel" feeling of the steps.

Here is what the homeowner told Service Magic about his newly finished basement:
"The people at JM are very easy to work with and are great with communication. I would highly recommend them to work on your home!!" 
- David G, Broadview Heights Homeowner

The specific functions that JM Design Build performed for this basement remodel were as follows:
1. Provided professional drawings, necessary permits and inspections
2. Built storage shelving in new storage area and coordinated relocation of existing basement items with the homeowner
3. Framed walls and soffit according to the layout specified in the design
4. Opened up the wall coming from downstairs on one side approximately 3ft back and installed and painted new railing
5. Re-located floor drains and installed rough plumbing for basement bathroom
6. Installed electrical outlets to code
7. Installed 12 recessed cans in main room and basement office as well as a globe at the bottom of the stairs, two porcelain fixtures in the main storage area, one porcelain fixture in the other storage area, and a vanity light in the bathroom
8. Insulated all perimeter walls and the ceiling near the home theatre room
9. Re-located all mechanicals running below the floor joists in finished basement areas
10. Installed drywall on all finished areas, walls and ceilings
11. Provided tape, mud, sand, and prime for the walls
12. Installed doors as specified in drawing, including 4' glass double door at basement office entrance
13. Installed base trim and casing on all finished areas
14. Installed finished plumbing fixtures in basement bathroom, including shower, toilet, 36" vanity, sink, faucet, mirror, vanity light, and towel racks
15. Installed tile floor in the bathroom
16. Painted walls and trim
17. Removed all garbage and debris

As always, JM Design Build stands by our Cleveland Area Basement Remodeling projects with a 5 year guarantee. 

Need ideas for your basement remodeling project? Contact us today for your FREE design consultation!

Living in the Brecksville / Broadview Heights area comes with a variety of benefits--a premier school district, quality neighborhoods, and a number of fine dining establishments, to name a few. However, one important benefit of living in the suburbs of Brecksville or Broadview Heights that is often overlooked is the opportunity to increase your property value with just a few home improvements.