1. Wood Siding: Worth the Visual Appeal?

    Here in Colorado, our generally dry climate means we don’t have to worry quite as much as other areas about using wood for our homes. In extraordinarily moist areas like Seattle, mold, moss, and rot are all big concerns. Out here, however, wood siding is a pretty popular choice, especially to match the style of older and historic homes in the area. But is wood siding the best choice? Sure, it ca…Read More

  2. Siding Replacement: Pros and Cons of DIY Repairs

    Whether a hail storm recently blew through, leaving your home looking like a golf ball, or your kid was a bit too zealous with a baseball and bat, any damage to your home’s siding should be taken care of as quickly as possible. Not only does damage to your siding look awful, even one small dent can be enough of an opening to allow water or pests in and cause a great deal of damage. When hail com…Read More

  3. Broaden Your Options: Fiber Cement Panel Options

    Real estate agents and home builders all promise to find or build your dream home, but how often do they really succeed? More often than not, something more aesthetic, like your home’s exterior preferences, will be sacrificed for a home with a great interior layout and an amazing yard. After all, it’s easier to change the paint colors on the walls or the material covering your home’s exterio…Read More

  4. Siding Spotlight: Commercial Fiber Cement Panels

    In the world of siding, there are a wealth of options for both commercial and residential building use. When it comes to building anything, be that home, school, office park, apartment complex, or other building, the goal is, generally, to ensure the structure meets the needs of the buyer, is structurally sound, is made of durable materials, and will meet certain aesthetic expectations—all witho…Read More

  5. Why Does Siding Warp? 5 Siding Problems & How to Stop Them

    If you’ve been paying attention to the DJK Construction, Inc. blog, you’ve probably seen our previous posts about the underlying (and expensive) damage that can happen to your home if your old vinyl siding has warped or buckled in any way. As responsible homeowners, however, knowing the problems to look out for is only half the battle. Knowing the causes behind the most common siding issues ca…Read More

  6. Benefits of Fiber Cement Siding From Your Siding Contractors

    Choosing the exterior material of your home can be a process. You may hear many things about each material and it may cloud your judgment as to what's right and or wrong for your Colorado Springs home. One siding we haven't mentioned yet in our blog is fiber cement. Fiber cement has been an up-and-coming material for the outside of your home, and it may be the right siding choice for you. At DJK C…Read More

  7. Why Aluminum is recommended by your siding contractor in Colorado Springs

    When you think about siding your home, there are many options to consider. Sometimes, it may even feel overwhelming with the number of choices you have now compared to previous years. Your home needs to express who you are and your aesthetic. One type of siding that has been making a comeback recently is aluminum siding. Aluminum siding comes in many different colors and patterns and takes away so…Read More

  8. When’s the best time to call our siding installers in Colorado Springs

    If you have been keeping up with our blog, and have noticed some issues with your siding, it might be time for a replacement. It’s important to know what the right time to replace your home’s siding is, and how it will benefit you. Our siding installers in Colorado Springs know all there is to know about siding and will take good care of you, and your home. At DJK Construction Inc. in Colorado…Read More

  9. The Top 4 Questions To Ask Potential Siding Contractors In Colorado Springs

    How’s your house looking these days? No, not that pile of dishes in the sink that you’ve been hoping would just wash themselves. How about the outside of your house? Although we spend a lot of time cleaning and maintaining the interior of our homes, the exterior often goes without all of this tender loving care. Yet over time, weather, pollution, and sunlight can cause a home’s exterior to b…Read More