Update Your Home!

Update your home and get a modern look.

We know that you want to have your home as up-to-date as possible. That is why in this article we bring different ideas to give your home that special touch that will help update and improve it while keeping it comfortable.

Repair the walls

There is always damage to the walls when the property is old due to the passage of time, as humidity deteriorates them. Before doing anything, examine the walls well and check that there is no trace of moisture. After that, you can go fixing problems such as cracks, holes, and then paint.

Install new doors

Most of the time, the doors and windows in your home are the original ones from its construction. So, one of the first remodeling steps, must be replacing the doors, the main one and those of each room. Replacing windows may also be a good idea too. A great choice is to change those conventional windows for impact windows, your house will look better, updated, and be more secure.

New paint layer

Update those walls and give it a new coat of paint, choose bright and bold colors to completely change the atmosphere in your property. From beige to soft yellow, the change will make your home more cheerful and modern.

Invest in good windows and save on air conditioning and heating

Remember: we recommend that you invest in impact windows, they have better exterior insulation, which means you will enjoy a more pleasant temperature.

We also recommend a central air conditioning installation. If you have another type of system, this is the best, it is by ducts and more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing for your home.

Roof

Carrying out an evaluation of the roof in your house is important, it is a fundamental factor of your home. But this can only be done by a professional expert in the area, capable of making a quality assessment and diagnosing any existing damage.

At Universal Group INC of Broward, we can help you with all that above: installation of air conditioner, roof and reroof, and installation of impact windows.

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This information will help you decide what reforms to make in your home to give it a modern look.

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Reroofing or Replacing Your Roof?

Call roofing contractors for an evaluation of your roof.

You notice that your roof is in bad shape and you start thinking it is time to get a new one. Do you think that is the best option? Reroofing could be an option for you. However, you need to learn the differences between the two, to make the decision and choose the best option for your home.

What is reroofing?

It is a procedure in which a set of new tiles is placed on existing ones. It can only be done once.

What is a replacement?

A replacement consists on tearing the entire roof down and then applying a new coat of felt and tiles. You can have this done as many times as you want, no matter how many layers of tiles there are.

There are only a few occasions in which reroofing is a good investment. Usually, getting your roof replaced is always the safest and most durable option.

To find out which one is the best option, replacement or reroofing, contact Universal Group INC of Broward.

Universal Group INC of Broward can help you with an honest assessment of your roof and recommendations you can trust.

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Is it Time for a New Roof?

If your roof starts to cause too many problems, it is best to install a new one.

Many times the simple fact that gutters which lead to pipes down from the roof are blocked with leaves and branches can cause a problem. Some fallen tiles, some leakage. Not all houses have adequate perimeters of protection for their roofs. Bad installation, poor maintenance, old roofs... after all, they turn into problems and stress for you.

In this article, we will tell you about some roof problems and if it is necessary to change it or not. Keep reading!

Isolation of water is fundamental in roofs

In case of deterioration, you should replace the weakened material and install membrane insulation, waterproofing tiles, products that are suitable for the material or for the climate that corresponds to the work. The installation of antennas, auxiliary gutters, systems, motors and complementary air conditioning equipment can also cause perforations that lead to leaks in the roof.

Design problems

They are other of the most common problems. By saving on the costs of products and facilities, you will only have higher expenses in the repair later. Some good examples of these deteriorations are a terrible distribution of the loads that will cause collapses of the structure, bad upper and base insulation, an incorrect installation of a system of drains and gutters, materials that do not expand and contract properly or unsuitable roofing materials, such as untreated wood, loose veneers or others.

In addition to good design and construction, you must make sure that the roofs are well maintained. Replace the material that begins to indicate signs of wear, apply preventive treatments, and check the constant cleaning of surfaces, gutters, and others, to avoid inconveniences and problems in the roofs.

At Universal Group INC of Broward, we have the best roof installation experts.

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At Universal Group INC of Broward, we have the best experts in roof installation.

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Guía del techo: repararlo vs. cambiarlo

Quizás la ayuda de un profesional sea la mejor opción para evaluar las condiciones en las que se encuentra su techo.

Determinar si la reparación del techo está en orden o si es necesario reemplazarlo por completo depende de ciertos factores. En la mayoría de los casos, un techo nuevo es la mejor opción, pero una reparación puede ahorrarte tiempo y dinero, ya que necesita menos mano de obra, material y eliminación de escombros.

¿Cuándo debes cambiarlo?

Si el techo existente en tu casa es sólo una capa y no hay problemas con su cubierta, no es necesario un techo nuevo. Si tiene dos capas y trataste de poner una tercera, necesitarías clavos de más de dos pulgadas de largo. Sin embargo, no son fáciles de encontrar ni aportan seguridad. En ese caso, reemplazar todo el techo sería más seguro y necesario.

También debes considerar los materiales de los que está hecho tu techo antes de pensar en arreglarlo o reemplazarlo. Si tiene tejas de asfalto, es más fácil volver a techar, a diferencia de los techos de metal, ya que cuestan mucho más. Dependiendo del material del que está hecho el techo, en general, podría costarte menos reemplazarlo que arreglar sólo la parte dañada del mismo.

En Universal Group INC, nuestros profesionales pueden ayudarte a identificar la situación de tu techo.

Luego, está el tono y la historia de tu hogar. Una casa de un piso con un paso bajo es mucho más fácil de volver a techar que una casa de dos pisos con una pendiente pronunciada. Cuanto más alto o más empinado es el techo, más costará en mano de obra y tiempo a los trabajadores salir, subir y bajar del techo para hacer el trabajo de volver a techar.

Si tu casa presenta alguna de las siguientes características, es necesario volver a techar:

-Está en muy malas condiciones.

-Tiene demasiadas capas.

-Tiene malas cubiertas.

-Tiene tejas incompatibles y malas.

Además, la mayoría de los expertos estarán de acuerdo en que la superposición no durará tanto como un techo nuevo. De hecho, la vida útil de los techos individuales es aproximadamente un 25 por ciento menor que si fuera con un techo nuevo. Un contratista experimentado podrá informarte sobre tus opciones, ofrecer un presupuesto sobre el nuevo costo del techo o decirte si puede reparar el existente.

Por contratista experimentado nos referimos, por supuesto, a Universal Group INC. ¡Tenemos a los mejores profesionales dispuestos a trabajar contigo!

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 Un contratista experimentado podrá informarte sobre las opciones disponibles, ofrecer un presupuesto acerca del nuevo costo del techo o decirte si podrá reparar el existente.

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Outdoor Paint: the Best Colors to Choose!

The exterior colors are the letter of presentation of all decoration. A well-kept house on the outside will speak well of what is inside.

Color is life! Just by changing the tone of a space, you can modify the whole atmosphere around it, creating a new, fresh and cheerful one. Colors have the virtue of influencing our emotions and feelings, they can make us feel happy, sad, upset, anxious, hungry; they can reassure or stress us, makes us have fun or even lower our spirits.

This time, we introduce you the best five styles of colors for outdoor before you take the big decision to give a new look to your home. Read on!

Vibrant colors with white

If your house has several planes that overlap the facade, you can enhance them with a combination of intense colors such as pink and yellow, but don’t forget to leave intermediate walls in a neutral color, such as white or very faint gray. This will prevent visual chaos and create a fun and modern game.

White

The white color is always perfect! With an apparent concrete texture and a metallic fence in black, the white color on the walls will give your house an ultramodern and very sophisticated look.

Olive green and brown

It’s a very warm tone and with a certain country air, but combined with glamorous textures such as blacksmith forged in brown tones, aluminum marquetry, and decorative stone, this color can give your facade a very contemporary look. If you want to project sobriety and elegance in your country house this is the perfect option, in addition to blending in with the environment, it will get less dirty.

Within the range of earthy colors for the exterior highlight: beige, brown, some green and ocher.

Orange

The orange color and its various shades such as peach, salmon, and cream, will give your facade an exquisite touch, sublime and very warm. If you mix it with white or cream colored walls and natural wood structures, the result will be fascinating.

Blue and gray

Panels and walls in cool colors such as royal blue, navy blue or aqua blue will look great contrasted with intense gray and perfect white. The effect will be of absolute modernity and style.

This time, Universal Group INC brings to you some colors that can be used for the facade of your house; colors that will give a modern and attractive touch, no matter how traditional it may be. There are colors you can combine with materials of coating, structures, and exquisite textures to make your house the envy of the neighbors! Did you like one?

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How many of these exterior colors did you like for your home?

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The Role of a Contractor

A contractor has specific functions and capabilities, all of them to help you improve your home.

When doing work in our home, calling a contractor is the best option; but we must be cautious and select the person that we will trust our assets. For this, before making the contract, we must take into account certain specifications, which subsequently will serve to save time and money. The construction of a edification is a complicated process that involves the knowledge of architectural design, building codes, urbanism standards and basic elements of a structure.

What does a contractor do?

This professional makes a contract with the builder, with some documents that include the concept catalog, the plans, and the specifications of the architectural project. These are prepared for the architect, the civil engineer, and the industrial designer.

The contractor must have at hand the equipment, materials, and labor that will be necessary for the construction of the project. Some external contractors work in an office and usually never have contact with the organization that functions as a client. Many times the same client acts as a general contractor, works directly with the subcontractors and is in charge of the organization and administration of the job under construction.

The best contractor

It is good to look for a specialist who knows how to perform the project you want to do, as it will have greater security. The usual thing is for the professional contractor to advertise and then wait for the clients to call, so be careful with the people who go to your house offering their services. Don’t select the first one that shows up, evaluate different options. You must be clear about what you want, and ask the necessary questions.

When taking into account the details of the project, verify the necessary permits, the expert should be familiar with the local construction regulations. Ask for a detailed budget of the project, including materials, labor, general expenses and, above all, the estimated time, compare it with other budgets. If it is within your means, visit one of the works, preferably similar to your project and check the quality of the work in general, including the details.

To carry out a project, always the presence of a professional will be beneficial. In this case, we wanted to give you all the information about the role a contractor plays. If you need the help of a specialist to carry out your project, at Universal Group INC we have the best team, willing to work with you.

Do you need help with your project? Universal Group INC have the best contractors for you. Request an appointment here!

There are some things to take into considering when looking for a good contractor.

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Restoration: The Art of Renewal

All good things in life can be renewed, especially houses.

The biggest mistake that people make when restoring an old house is trying to do what is trendy at that time. But what is fashionable at that time will not be in 10 years; what will preserve the value of the house is to maintain its original style. Therefore, experts advise only to restore what is already there, something that will not only increase the value of the house but also save you a lot of money.

Universal Group INC brings to you the best restoration advice you have to know before remodeling an old house.

1. Modern comforts

Make sure to know the different types of materials that were used at that time. The materials that were used were those of the zone where it was built and, that’s the criterion that we must use when we restore the different elements of the building. The popular architecture of each era was created to meet the needs of the family. Even often they participated in the construction of their homes.

Improving the heating, cooling, and plumbing system is a great idea in an old house because it will make it more comfortable, safe and more energy efficient.

2. Keep the cabinets

Although the first thing many people do is to change the solid wood cabinets for new ones made of melamine or MDF, this is not a good idea. These artificial materials were not made to last years of use and wore, and don’t withstand humidity very well. The best thing is to recondition the cabinets that are already there: they will look better, last longer and save money. The old is old, and, therefore, will always be beautiful.

3. Recondition the bathtubs and washbasins

While refurbishing an old porcelain tub costs around $400, a new tub can cost more than $1,000, not including installation. Restore everything that is possible, consolidating it without losing the value and strength that gives you the passage of time.

4. Preserves the wooden floors

Covering old wood floors with low-quality tiles or cheap carpet is almost a crime. Worse still is getting rid of them. It’s always cheaper and more authentic to recondition existing floors and repair damaged parts when necessary.

5. Doors and windows

Instead of replacing them, repair the doors and windows, because they are essential for the historical value of the house. And, because we know that most old doors and windows filter and allow drafts, the best option is to repair them (by the way, we have the best service for reinforcements for windows, just a friendly reminder, haha!)

To undertake the rehabilitation of a building of traditional, popular or rural architecture is not an easy task. For this reason, it’s important that professionals who are accustomed to the typology of the project do it so. Applying that “less is more” must become a motto for you this time.

We must let the walls, the beams, and the logs speak to us; and, why not? The voices of the past too. At Universal Group INC, we have for you the best services for those windows who surely need some reinforcement, and so much more! Contact us and follow in our social media for more information.

Restoration is not only an art, is a way of preserving all the great things that people before us built.

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