On July 15th, 2013, a group of thieves broke into a home on the 7300 block of Clear Water Street and demanded money, jewelry, and drugs. An hour-long SWAT standoff at a nearby home followed. Soon after, ten people were arrested. It was a tense Monday morning for the residents of Northwest Side.

A lot of folks looking to purchase an entry door for their San Antonio home ask us for tips on the installation process. Well, here’s a basic overview of the process, although I definitely wouldn’t call it a “basic process.”

It's a very fair question to ask: "How much money can I expect to recoup from my home remodeling project?"

When you as a homeowner contemplate letting strangers into your home to do any type of remodeling work, there can be a certain uneasiness regarding the undertaking of the project. Not only do you worry about the final product, but you also must consider your personal safety and the safety of your loved ones. Furthermore, you want reassurance that your home and possessions will be safe and respected. So how do you know if a contractor is honest and reputable? Here are a few things you should check into before hiring anyone for a project.

The critical success factor in any construction project is the contractor. A qualified, professional, experienced contractor knows what results are required for Owner satisfaction, as well as, what will lead to dissatisfaction down the road.

“Leadership is stewardship. It is temporary, and you’re accountable.” Andy Stanley I quote the above with high frequency. Why? It’s succinct and right on point. It’s so easy to feel trapped by our circumstances or environment. We blame them for our troubles and want the solutions to come from outside us. But that mindset is deadly.