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Treehouses Make Kids’ Wishes Come True
Superior Construction recently finished building one of two treehouses in partnership with the Make a Wish Foundation. Make a Wish Mid-Atlantic approached the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) looking for a contractor to take on the two treehouse projects, and Superior volunteered. The completed treehouse was built in Frederick, MD, for a 7-year-old…
Superior Construction to do Historic Restoration on Hugh Newell Jacobsen’s Trentman House
Washington DC — Superior Construction has been hired to perform historic restoration on Hugh Newell Jacobsen’s iconic Trentman House in Georgetown. Built in 1969, modernist vanguard Trentman House was designed to be compatible with the architecture of its traditional Georgetown neighborhood. Constructed of red brick and gray slate, the house is notable for the abundance…
Homebuilding, 17-year Cicadas, and Tree Preservation
The arrival of 17-year cicadas in the Washington DC area always reminds me how important it is to consider the natural world when building or renovating a house. I have noted greater cicada density in some parts of metro Washington than in others. What accounts for the difference? Often, you can find more cicadas in…
Approaches to Renovating a Historic Home
I often get inquiries from clients about renovating or remodeling a historic home in the Washington metro area. I really love these kinds of projects. They require a special kind of creativity to balance modernization and lifestyle improvements while retaining the home’s historic character. However, there’s no denying that renovating a historic home can be…
Superior Construction Builds Two Treehouses for the Make a Wish Foundation
Washington DC — Superior Construction is building treehouses for two children in Maryland through a program with the Make a Wish Foundation. Make a Wish Mid-Atlantic approached the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) looking for a contractor to take on the two treehouse projects. One will be built in Frederick, MD for a…
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An astounding 90 percent of homes in the United States are under-insulated, meaning you’re overspending on energy bills and undercutting your personal comfort. Do you suspect yours is one of them? If so, we’re here to help with a complete guide to home insulation. All your most pressing questions are answered below, from “What are the different types…
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Every child deserves a place that’s all theirs — and it’s even better if that location lets them breathe in the fresh air and spend time in nature. At Superior Construction Services, we understand why kids need safe, fun outdoor spaces. That’s why we jumped at the chance to build a treehouse for six-year-old Kalli from Glen…
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The pre-construction phase is easily one of the most important phases of any construction project — whether you’re building a new custom home or working on a home remodel. A key component of the pre-construction phase is a pre-construction agreement. Have you ever heard of this? Are you unsure of what it is or why…
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If you are planning a home remodel, working with a professional architect is an excellent way to ensure your remodel project goes according to plan. When searching for an architect, it is crucial to know what services an architect offers and what to look for in an architect. Additionally, you should always go into an…
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If you had the opportunity to make a huge difference in a child’s life, would you take it? This is the question our team at Superior Construction asked ourselves when we heard the story of Andrew, a 7-year-old boy fighting leukemia. Andrew was dealing with his diagnosis in the midst of the pandemic, adding another level…
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This renovation on Klingle St. was a pleasure to create. The home received a new kitchen, pantry, powder room, staircase, and mudroom renovation. According to the client’s design intention, we used a style called “traditional transitional” or “eclectic transitional.” Here is what we created. A Kitchen Fit for A Queen Take a look at this…
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I have big news to share with you today! Superior Construction has been named the winner of both the Washington, NARI DC metro area and the Southeastern Regional COTY Grand Awards! The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) gives out these awards each year to recognize excellence in the United States construction industry. Our…
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Superior Construction recently completed a townhome renovation project at 1809 A St. in Washington, D.C., and I think it is a perfect example of how we can transform a home. We completed this project according to the client’s design to make it come out just the way they wanted it. For five months, I lived…
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Superior Construction works hard to bring our clients’ needs and styles to life. Thousands of homeowners are noticing that their homes need improvement to make them better spaces to spend more time in. Now that more of us are working from home, a better home office is needed, and sometimes a school room. We offer…
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Growing your family? Just bought that almost-perfect home? Want to install a pipe organ? Whatever your reason, you want to add space to your house. But what if you don’t have much property? Local building codes mean you can’t go up or out. Have you considered going down? Many homeowners in the Washington metro area…
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