I love the look of aluminum windows The frame is much smaller than wood or vinyl windows which leave more room for glass Aluminum windows also allow for larger spans that would otherwise need to be broken up with multiple window units Unfortunately aluminum windows have some significant drawbacks …
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Just ran across this rain-screen siding article written by a guy back East. It’s quite good if you are interested in Seattle siding rain-screens its a good read We at Seattle siding are big fans of the rain-screen system The article goes into some detail …
Read Full ArticleIf you aren’t a mover and you plan to spend many years in the same home in Seattle chances are you will end up repairing or replacing your siding. There’s always a lot to consider when taking on a larger project like siding replacement. Should you …
Read Full ArticleOriginal wood cap that failed and resulted in dry rot repairs To view the full description and pictures of this home’s siding replacement project click – Seattle fiber cement siding replacement – The back porch of this home had a beautifully constructed wood rail cap that was built …
Read Full ArticleThere is still time to have Seattle Siding install replacement windows before the tax credit expires. The $1500 Federal Tax credit for installing energy efficient Seattle replacement windows expires at the end of the year If you have a drafty house with old single pane windows and …
Read Full ArticleRain-screen Seattle Siding. This 1929 4 story concrete building in Seattle, was being rehabilitated and converted to a mixed use apartment building Three of the exterior walls were concrete with the South elevation being concrete post and beam construction infilled with brick and no siding The problems posed …
Read Full ArticleJames Hardie fiber-cement siding is very popular for siding replacement projects here in Seattle It’s a very durable product that takes Don’t do this to your fiber cement siding paint well, doesn’t burn, is pest resistant and will last a very long time However, I am …
Read Full ArticleWe specialize in handling Seattle Exterior construction projects. By creating a unique blend of customer-driven craftsmanship and high-tech technologies, we offer first-rate services that only few others can match. Synapse Construction specializes in two of the main aspects of exterior construction, which are sidings and …
Read Full ArticleThere’s a new Seattle Siding and Replacement Windows blog in town Thank you for visiting Synapse Construction.com We will be blogging periodically on the finer details of Seattle siding and window replacement The building envelope is possibly the most important part of any project whether it be an addition, …
Read Full ArticleYou shouldn’t have to worry about SAFETY!Running a construction project can be challenging. The last thing you want to do is worry about your contractor or subcontractor not practicing proper safety compliance on your job. It can be dangerous, add liability and at a minimum …
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