Stucco, when properly installed, offers an almost maintenance-free exterior with unlimited design options, making it a popular choice for many homeowners. It does, however, require sealing in many climates to prevent water absorption that might freeze and expand causing cracks, scaling, and leaks. And there are some homes that are

September is National Preparedness Month (NPM) and in observance, Bordner would like to take a moment to share some information with you to help you get your “readiness plan” in place. The awareness month is sponsored by the Ready Campaign in partnership with Citizen Corps and the Ad Council. The

Bordner has been providing quality stone and stucco re-siding installations to the Kansas City area for years. Conventional stucco is a time-tested product that has been around for centuries. It consists of Portland cement, masonry cement, sand, water and fiberglass fibers, and is impact resistant, fire resistant, and impervious to

In the market for some new countertops? Before you go out and purchase panel after panel of natural stone under the impression that you’re choosing the most environmentally friendly of options, read this tidbit of info we found from ReNest.com –you might be surprised to find out how sustainable composite

Years ago, most homes — especially those up North — were built with little or no fortification against heat loss and, because the task of weatherization wasn’t cheap, home insulation wasn’t something that was a top priority. Today, though, most new home construction must meet certain insulation standards, according to

Living on a budget can be difficult. While making greener purchases is ideal, it can become expensive. Everything costs money and eco-friendly purchases come at premium pricing. Fortunately, the Green Guide site has some helpful tips for saving for greener purchases in theses hard economic times. Here they are: Food:

These days it seems as if everyone is looking for new ways to save money, especially around the house. Making your house energy efficient is a great way to save now, plus a great investment for your home and the environment. This Old House magazine has a list of 10

Simplify your kitchen this summer with 6 great tips for window treatments from HGTV. HGTV suggests utilizing natural light, current colors, and different textures among other ideas to spruce up the kitchen. 1. Minimal is In: Try simple shades or an upholstered cornice to get rid of excess fabric. Flap

All major shingle manufacturers VOID their warranties if their shingles are installed over improperly ventilated attics. To avoid this, talk to your sales representative at Bordner about the proper amount of roof ventilation. Attics that are vented improperly allow heat and moisture to remain trapped in the attic and create