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Our Rolodex ™
For those of you younger than about 50, a Rolodex™ was something every business person had on his or her desk. It was a contraption that let you collect and alphabetize business cards, and business contacts. It was very low-tech, but if you had a good...
Declaring War on Roof Moss – Tips for Removal and Prevention
It’s a problem brought to thousands of homeowners every year. Maybe your insurance company tells you to get the roof cleaned or no renewal. Maybe you got a letter from your HOA. Maybe you are a savvy homeowner, who likes to stay on top of maintenance. Maybe you just...
Going With the Flow–Why Outlets and Downspouts Matter
If your gutters overflow in really heavy rains for no apparent reason, the first place to look is whether or not your outlets are too small. It may be (and probably is) that simple. So let’s talk about outlets. You may not have heard of them, but they play a key role...
A Gem in Northwest
We have beautiful homes and wonderful history here in Portland. One of our favorite homes to have worked on is this one where the poet Hazel Hall lived. Hazel Hall was a nationally famous poet who lived the last years of her life in a small room in Northwest Portland....