Kerry Taylor Construction Company is a independent general construction company, specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodel. Not limited to kitchen and bath remodel we also service commercial and multi residential projects.Our varied experience enables us to flawlessly execute a remodel project no matter the level of difficulty.
Kitchen remodeling projects can seem overwhelming at the outset. KTC can make what appeared to be a daunting task become an exciting and pleasurable experience.
Bathroom Remodeling
Kerry Taylor Construction Company is a independent general construction company, specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodel. Not limited to kitchen and bath remodel we also service commercial and multi residential projects. Our varied experience enables us to flawlessly execute a remodel project no matter the level of difficulty.
Tile Installation
Glazed ceramic and porcelain tile has been popular in kitchens for decades. It comes in a huge variety of colors, shapes, and designs. The tiles can be a small as a square inch and as large as six square inches. The tiles are durable and also have some of the same heat and scratch resistance qualities as granite. The porcelain tiles are usually more expensive than the ceramic tiles, but the porcelain tiles are more durable and the hardest fired type of tiles. Drawbacks of tile? It can chip easily, more expensive than laminate alternatives, and the grout can be an issue. When putting the tiles together, there are grout lines between each of them and grout can stain very easily. It will require a lot more maintenance to keep it looking good. Because of the grout issues, the ability for the tiles to break and chip easily, and the overall cost, it is best to leave the installation work to a professional.
Our history includes basic home improvements, additions, new home construction, sub-division development, underground construction, commercial building construction and renovation, apartment and hotel construction and renovation, door and trim fabrication and installation, plumbing and electrical sub contracts, seismic structural reto-fitting for multiple residential and commercial buildings and construction consulting services.
Concrete is not only for sidewalks or driveways. A concrete countertop is pigmented and can be polished into a smooth and shiny surface that can resemble any natural stone. The counters can be molded in a factory or cast on site. Concrete is rather porous and needs to be regularly sealed, similar to granite, to resist stains. It can be made into any shape and have any thickness. Concrete is also heat and scratch resistant. The counters can be made in a variety of colors and textures. Drawbacks on concrete? The sealer that is required is not the only protection needed. The sealer needs to be waxed every one to three months to prevent stain and water damage, so maintenance can be extensive. You cannot cut on the concrete surface without leaving marks. Concrete is also very expensive.
Warrantee; items supplied by the contractor are covered under his warrantee as well as the manufactures. An item not supplied by the contractor that needs replacing later while still under the manufactures warrantee will not be re-installed at no cost. For example; an actual occurrence situation. The client supplied replacement windows he purchased from relative. Nine months after installation the seal between glazing panels failed and all windows had to be replaced. Installation was at the owners expense.
Siding
Kerry has an exquisite knowledge of construction materials. Our home was built in 1949, and Kerry spent many extra hours of his own time identifying wood (closet trim, exterior siding, etc) for the remodeled section to match the look and feel of the original. Having a friend concurrently involved in a remodel project helped us directly compare Kerry's performance. Bottomline, Kerry was a rock star! Never once did you fear he would cut corners to stay within a quote (as my friend experienced). He quotes it as he sees it, and that's that. Kerry is extremely detail oriented, not afraid to tackle state the art features, and a wonderful desinger as well (however he modestly denies it).:-)
Residential Roof Repair
Besides granite, there are other various stone surfaces that can be used on kitchen counters. Quartz, marble, limestone, soapstone, and slate surfaces are very popular today. Marble is smooth and cool, perfect for food preparations directly on the surface. It’s not as durable as granite and requires more sealing maintenance to protect from staining. Slate is very durable and has such a unique surface that it can really stand out in a kitchen. As slate has been used as a roofing material, it doesn’t require as much sealing protection, but some upkeep is still needed. Limestone is very porous and spills must be treated quickly to prevent staining. It has a natural, weathered look that can deepen and darken over time. Natural quartz has a look similar to slate but does not stain or scratch as easily. Engineered quartz has been gaining popularity as well, but the costs are considerably more (engineered materials are a quartz composite product mixed with epoxy, polymers, and small stones or pebbles for a unique look and feel.)