Duane West's (3rsconstruction) Blog

 Outdoor Living InspirationOregonians can't let a little rain dampen their outdoor entertaining experiences. Here in Salem, we adjust as needed to make good use of our homes and outdoor living space!Decks, patios, pergolas, and gazebos are great additions to your home. A deck expands your options...

Does the paint color of your front door say anything about you to your guests?  We think it does! Color sets a mood inside your home and can do the same on the exterior. A pop of color at your front entrance definitely says you're not boring!So you've made the big decision to paint the door but ...

July is National Grilling Month ...your deck or patio needs a built-in grill!What better way to celebrate delicious grilling and BBQ than to add a new outdoor cooking space at your home! Grills and cook tops come in all shapes and sizes and 3Rs Construction can design and install a grilling stati...

Experienced and Trained Radon Testing and MitigationIn case you missed it, we recently posted an article with a very informative short video about finding radon in homes. The video communicated why it is so important to have your home tested for radon and mitigated if needed.Our goal at 3Rs Const...

The Discovery of Radon in HomesDid you ever wonder why we ever started doing radon testing and radon mitigation in homes? Did someone just get up in the morning and think to themselves, "I think I'll check my house for radon today." No ...that would be silly! But, it's actually a very interesting...

3Rs Construction Has A New Pinterest Board Dedicated To Home Remodeling With Your Dog In Mind.People love their pets! When a dog is welcomed into a home, they become part of the family and we can’t imagine life without them. Dogs protect us, love us unconditionally, provide comfort, leave us “pre...

Can You Have Three-Quarters of a Bathroom?3Rs Construction Answers The Question!Toilets and showers and sinks …oh my!When seeking to get some clarity on what is meant by a three piece bathroom (or four piece, or five piece…) 3Rs met with some unforeseen controversy. Who woulda’ thought?It seems l...

Forgotten Hiding Places for DUST BUNNIESAhhhh…dust bunnies! Don’t you just love them?!The ones we can see floating across the bare floor are bad enough, but what about the ones that are hiding? You know; the fuzzy little creatures that lurk in the corners, under appliances, and in mechanical unit...

Here’s a fun topic: Sump Pumps!Go ahead. Make a joke. It probably deserves one. It certainly doesn’t sound like something to get for your wife’s birthday. So, what IS a “sump” anyway? And why would it need a pump?Well, here is the dictionary version:Sump [suhmp] noun,  1. a pit, well, or the like...

Enticing Curb Appeal Provided by 3Rs Construction Management, LLC in Salem, OregonHere in Salem, Oregon, spring is a long awaited time of year. After the dark days of winter, the brighter, more colorful days of spring are a welcome sight! If you’re going to put your house on the market, it’s a gr...