What is involved in constructing or remodeling a home?
It is very important to involve a general contractor (G.C.)/builder early in the process. You should involve a general contractor early during the design phase of a framed home, and for log homes, most definitely before you put a deposit on a log shell! A reputable builder/G.C. can offer assistance/ideas that may save you time and money, as well as enable you to make your home as energy efficient as possible. The alpine environment of Summit County, CO and the Rocky Mountain Region area are special places to build. Over the years, Powder River Construction has incorporated building techniques that work in this environment. Be very cautious of using a builder/G.C. from any region outside of Summit County, as they will not be familiar with the unique requirements of building at this elevation to meet the building codes. For most projects, the building and planning departments of Summit County and the surrounding towns require specific permits at several different phases of the constructi
