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Summer 2026 Storm Prep Checklist for Beaverton Homeowners
The 2021 heat dome and the 2024 ice storm taught the metro the same lesson: prepared homes come through cheapest. The full pre-July checklist — roof, gutters, trees, attic, and the one-hour insurance photo walk.
Beaverton ADU Permits in 2026: SB 1051 and What Changed
Did the ADU rules change this summer? The honest answer: your SB 1051 and HB 2001 rights are stable — no owner-occupancy, no added parking. What changes each July is local fees and the middle housing math on your lot.
CertainTeed Warranty 2026: Registration & Transfer Guide
SureStart PLUS coverage is not automatic — it has to be specified before install and registered by the contractor after. Step-by-step: verify the credential, lock the tier in the contract, confirm registration, and transfer it when you sell.
When to Replace vs Repair Your Roof in Oregon
Most Oregon homeowners get pushed into replacements they don't need. Here's the honest decision framework, from a CertainTeed SELECT installer who'd rather sell you a $1,800 repair than a $25,000 replacement you don't need yet.
How to Spot Storm Damage Before Your Insurer Does
A homeowner's checklist for documenting roof, gutter, and exterior damage in the 48 hours after a storm — before the adjuster shows up. With photo angles and what to write down.
ADU Permits in Beaverton 2026: What's Changed and What It Costs
Beaverton's ADU rules were rewritten in 2024. Here's the current permit pathway, timeline (8-14 weeks typical), fees, and the 3 design choices that decide whether your ADU pencils out as a rental.
Why CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster Matters (and What It Doesn't)
Roofers love throwing around certifications. Here's what the SELECT ShingleMaster designation actually means for the warranty on your roof — and what it doesn't cover.
Veteran-Owned Construction: What That Actually Means for You
Every other contractor in Beaverton claims to be 'veteran-friendly' or 'family-owned.' Here's what veteran-owned means in our crew rooms, on our jobsites, and in our paperwork.