Schuler Enterprises is proud to announce we have contracted with Inuit (the creators of QuickBooks) to provide credit/debit card processing services. I have a credit card swiper that attaches to my smart-phone and sends the encrypted information for approval. How handy is that!?

With the convenience comes small fees though. Since I’m such a small company, I can’t absorb the fees like major corporations can. To use this option, there will be a 3% fee added to the invoice, or $3 for every $100 charged. Not bad!

I know some are strapped for available cash thanks to the current economy. If you have work you’ve been putting off on your home, get it done now and let me help you. I’m glad to offer this service to my customers.

Thanks to all of you for your support!

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Another loss of energy is through the attic. Quite a few attics are lacking in the amount of insulation needed to keep you warm this winter. I can quickly and easily evaluate how deep your current insulation is, how much more you need, and ensure there is proper airflow from the soffits.  Before I put in any new insulation, I’ll go around to each light box and insulate around the seams with spray foam to eliminate even the smallest of heat loss (because heat rises, right!?)

Let me come, DO IT RIGHT, and help you be more comfortable this winter.

Have you kept up with the new laws about light bulbs?  I have!  Starting in January 2012, standard 100 watt light bulbs we’ve used for years will be phased out and no longer sold in the U.S.   Our lawmakers in Washington have decided it’s time to help all of us slowly but surely change our ways to help reduce the amount of energy we use.  So what’s next? Time to start using more energy efficient things around our houses! Fluorescent bulb have really come a long way since they started making them, and use a lot less energy. Though they are not compatible with all of our old lamps and fixtures, and definitely not with old dimmers.  LED lights are also coming along, but there’s quite a few cons to using them. I can help you determine which bulbs and lamps will work the best for your needs.

While normally work starts to slow for all contractors during the winter months, my business is booming. I have so much work it’s hard to keep up with everything! But let me know what I can do for you to get your projects done. I am in the process of becoming certified with the Better Business Bureau, so all my customers know they can count on me to make things right, keep customers happy and referrals coming.  Thanks to you all for your business.  I will continue to give you all good service at a very fair price.  When it comes to your projects, you know who to count on.

For all your residential construction, handyman and remodel needs.

Happy New Year!

This winter has been very busy. And a change in our home schedule has made jobs even more challenging to get done. But we’re working through it. I just finished a multi-bathroom tile job in a home in Longmont. In the kids bathroom I did just the floor and replaced the countertop the homeowner ordered.  In their master bathroom, I replaced the floor tile, the shower tile with several built-in soap shelves, and the tile around their tub. I also replaced the countertop the owner ordered, and helped with new mirrors and lights. It turned out AWESOME! (I’ll put the pictures up under the ‘showcase‘ link soon.)

Given the new schedule at home, I am going to cut back on the number of large jobs I take on (like full basements, large tile jobs, etc) and stick to smaller things that take maybe a week or two to complete. If you’re in need of work and are unsure about a time-line, please contact me directly and we can discuss your project.

Now on to my suggestions!

I have a feeling since it was such a mild winter, we’re going to see warmer weather sooner and last longer this year. Although it’s not at the top of your list at the minute, NOW is the time to buy window and portable air conditioning units!  My supplier has just put ALL OF THEIR UNITS on sale.  Here’s what I can get:

• LG Window Air Conditioners,

• LG Window Combo Heat/Air Conditioners,

and a new brand (actually made by Haier)

• “Commercial Cool” Window Air or Combo Units

• Commercial Cool Portable Air or Combo Units also!

I am really psyched about the new options with the window units.  Last year I installed a few for people, and while they were happy about being cool in the summer, they weren’t too thrilled about the unit just having to sit unused during the winter. But now with these combo units, you can use them year-round! (And even though they’re named “Commercial Cool”, they’re for residential use).    I can get some larger units as well for 240V if you have a larger shop or garage to cool.    But let me explain this to you:

NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY A WINDOW A/C IF YOU WANT THE BEST PRICING!

Some units start as low as $120! I have special brackets to use, even if you’re on a second or third story building, and will ensure your window is water-proof no matter what style of window you have.

Send me the size of the room you want to cool and I’ll tell you what size of unit you need. Then tell me if you want one with the heat option too, and I’ll be over to get it in fast, efficient, and at the best price of the entire year!

Also, don’t forget to have me come clean out your gutters if you didn’t get it done this fall. The spring rains will be a-comin, and it’ll be a disaster if the gutters are full.  I have already had one call from a customer that gutter has a leak and has been peeling the paint from his house. I can fix those problems too!

So get your list together of all the things that have needed to be done over the winter, hit the “contact” button at the top of the page, and tell me what you’ve got! I’ll make sure to get those projects done for you so you’ll have more free time to enjoy the spring weather!! 

Have a great Spring….

Do you have everything done around your house before it gets too cold?  I’ve already been getting requests to clean gutters and fix some leaks, exterior carpentry repair and sealing, and weather strips around doors and windows.  Sound familiar to you?  Now’s the time to get that stuff fixed before the snow starts.

Did you know…..

• Gutters full of leaves that get packed down with rain and snow can cause not only leaks, but worse problems if that water ruins the wood or your siding.
• Lots of cold air is allowed in around places you don’t know about. I can help you determine where the leaks are coming from and get them sealed up to save you lots of money this winter.
• Having a programmable thermostat can also reduce your energy bills by allowing you to turn down the heat when you’re not home, but have it nice and toasty just before you arrive. I’ll install one and show you how easy it can be.
• By using your ceiling fan in reverse mode, it helps re-distribute the heat sitting near the ceiling back into the room and reduces the amount of heat you have to pour into the house to stay warm. Want to replace a plain light with a ceiling fan? I’ve had several requests recently, so get on the list to get it done!
• Have a gas fireplace? Turn off the pilot and don’t use it!! Unless you have a blower on it to help distribute the heat, or it’s an extremely small room, it costs waaaay more to run those than to just turn up the heat on the furnace! I’ll be glad to talk with you more about it, or help you turn off the pilot. Just call!

No matter your project this fall, I’ll be glad to help you with all of your needs. Usually around this time of year business starts to slow down a little. Not here! I’m still booking at least several weeks in advance. (And actually I’m in to the 2nd week of December as of this writing.)

Fill out the contact form or call today. I will make it a priority to get over to look at your project and get you scheduled as soon as possible.

Also, scroll down to the bottom of the page and read the important information about Carbon Monoxide alarms. I have recently installed over 25 new alarms in people’s houses to keep their families safe. Don’t wait to make sure you are safe too.

Enjoy your fall!

Gettin’ Hot Yet? I have your summer project ideas right here to keep you cool inside and let me do the sweatin’!

I have had lots of calls for window air conditioning units.  It’s a great way to cool a particular room that is warmer than others during the summer, or cool a larger portion of your house if you don’t have a central AC unit.  There are so many to choose from, so let me help you figure out which size you need for the square footage you need to cool. And contrary to popular belief, many window AC units these days aren’t as energy sucking as they used to be. In fact, most of the ones I’ve installed have actually been Energy Star certified! They are also quite reasonably priced.

Don’t fight the summer heat – stay cool and comfortable! I’ll be glad to give you a same day quote when you call or email me.

It’s also that time of year to be spending plenty of time outside with friends and family.  Is your deck ready for the traffic? Are there lots of splinters and it hasn’t seen any stain or sealer in years? Let’s do it! I’ve got several planned to completely re-sand, re-stain and re-seal.  And it’s much cheaper to do some maintenance on it now than to have to tear it all out and redo it!   We can also power wash and re-stain if you prefer.

And don’t forget about the structural stability! Let us check our your loose, creaky or warped boards to make sure no one gets hurt while enjoying the summer on your deck. We can also fix your warped handrails and top rails.

Did you clean your gutters earlier in the spring? Have you noticed them running over or worse – water damage on your soffits? Let me get up there and get that flowing correctly to reduce the chances of damage to your home. We can even install some protective barriers over the gutters to greatly reduce the amount of debris that builds up year-round.  Already have damage? Let me come assess what needs to be replaced and repaired to keep it from getting worse!

One last idea to make your house look great this summer: Spiff up your front door!  I will take the door off, give it a good scrubbing with soap and water, sand as needed, and put a fresh coat of paint on it. It’s amazing how inviting a good looking front door can be to your friends and family! We can touch-up the paint around the trim and jamb too so it will look like you have a brand new front door!

Of course this is only a few ideas to get you thinking about what you need around the house this summer. Check out my (almost) all-inclusive list of services we provide, and of course the new “Remodel Ideas” page. There will be more added soon, so add your email address at the top of the page and stay apprised of specials and new additions!  Thanks for reading and enjoy your summer!!

Everyone is getting the spring fever.  But with the spring fever comes repairs that have been put off over the winter.  Now that it’s getting nice outside, it’s time to get those repairs done!  Leaky gutters still? Now that it’s thawing let’s get those sealed up and ready for the spring rains.  Deck in need of some TLC? Let’s get it sanded and sealed and ready for the spring and summer BBQs!

Whatever your project or repair, let me help you get your house in tip-top shape so you’ll have more time to enjoy the great weather.  Call or email to schedule a time. And the spring special I mentioned earlier? Tell me how you found my site and I’ll give you 15% off of labor!

So ready to get going?! Call me today and I’ll come by for a free estimate!  Happy Spring!!!

2009 was a wonderful year, and we look forward to another great year.

It’s been obvious that the economy has been down, but that doesn’t mean my business has been down! Business has been excellent, and I thank you all for your support.

Start the New Year right by getting your winter projects done! Need an incentive!? For January and February, I’m going to offer 25% off of labor!  That’s right, 25% off!

Email me your honey-do list now and get the jump on the procrastinators out there! (Or wives – email me the list and we’ll surprise your husbands by getting the list done!)

I have had several customers call or email about freezing pipes and messes to clean up. It’s tough to deal with post-mess, so we have decided to start helping people be proactive about making sure your pipes don’t freeze.  Brent and I have put together some great ideas to help retrofit your basement or crawl spaces.  Click on the contact link and we’ll come by and see what we can do for you!

We also have had quite a few requests for tile backsplash work lately. There are so many little things like that we can do for your kitchen to give it an updated look without having to get a second mortgage!  I will have some pictures coming soon of one of the awesome backsplash projects I did last month. Even if you just have an idea that you may want to do some updating, let me know so we can give you an idea of how easy and inexpensive it can be!

Our days fill up quickly, so contact us soon to take advantage of the labor special. Also, click on the RSS feed on the top right of the site and sign up for email notifications! Stay apprised of the great stuff we are working on and offering to our customers. I look forward to hearing from you.  Happy New Year!

Granite Countertops and Custom Tile: Compliments the countertop nicely!