GMCC Start To Finish

GMCC                   GM CUSTOM CARPENTRY               QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS                              PHONE / FAX          301-271-0653                CELL                       301-748-1802                E - MAIL                  glenn@mghomes.org

At GMCC we have expert draftsman to accomodate all of  your design needs at NO COST to our clients. Many of our homeowners bring us a picture, sketch, or even prints to get the design started. We then view the customers wishes and created a floor plan and design for our draftsman. After reviewing the prints by both parties, we soon have the final approved blueprints for your review.

Now that all of your needs and wishes have been completed and customized to your desire, a contract is drawn up with all specifications, allowances, selections, and conditions. The contract is then signed by both parties and we can move forward to the permit phase.

We take care of the entire permit process from beginning to end. All projects must have a permit as it is a Maryland law to protect the homeowner. GMCC will take care of all permits and inspections that are required for your project. We also invite any private inspectors you may have hired and will cooperate with them in full. When the project is complete we provide the owner with all documents needed for use and occupancy.

Depending on the project, at this stage we remove any walls, drywall, flooring etc. We tent off this area and block all intake vents to control any dust from circulating throughout your house. All debris and materials are cleaned up at the end of each day. Remember, a clean jobsite is a safe jobsite! 

          EXCAVATION AND FOUNDATION

Excavation is an important process to insure the stability of the foundation. Also, the excavation needs to be dug at the proper  elevation to ensure that all rain water runs away from the foundation after back-filling. Back-filling the project is "tricky" business in that we must be very careful not to damage the foundation and timing of this process is very crucial. After pouring the footers, the foundation is where the actual construction begins. Glenn is always on site at this time for this very important process as this is the "foundation" for the entire project. We use concrete foundations or block foundations depending on the project.

          FRAMING

Here is where the building materials and craftsmanship is very important. All of our floor, roof, and wall sheathing is solid wood and top grade. No foamboard or sub-par materials will ever be used on a GMCC project. Other than the roof trusses, we do not use any pre-fabrication such as walls, to ensure a tight fit when walls are connected to one another. Our craftsman inspect every stud that will be used on your project. All walls are constructed with straight studs placed 16" on center NOT 24" on center. Next, we sheet the walls and roof with solid wood sheathing. Then we wrap the walls with Tyvek brand house wrap to protect the shell of your project from wind and moisture.

          WINDOWS AND DOORS

All of our windows and doors are installed in accordance to the manufacturers instructions to preserve the warranties. All of our framers take extra care in this process as it prevents any leaks around windows and doors. This includes sill flashing, threshold flashing, and the taping of all window flanges to the housewrap. Our exterior doors are maintenance free and the exterior trim and jambs are made of weather proof non-wood material such as vinyl or composite. The exterior door panels are not made of steel that dents easily, they are made of a vinyl or composite material that does not dent. You get your choice of brand and style of windows and doors for your new project. 

          BRICK, SIDING AND ROOFING

If required on your project, brick of any shape size and color  can be chosen.  Anything from elaborate archways and configurations to your basic brick pattern. The homeowner also gets thier choice of type and color of siding for their project. As always we try to match all materials as best as possible to your existing home.

          ELECTRIC

All of your electrical needs are met by licensed qualified electricians personally selected by Glenn. The electric rough-in is stage is when we install your selected recessed lighting, specialty lighting, cable, telephone, CAT 5, ceiling fans, ect. to your desired location. GMCC can also upgrade your electric service to 400amp or larger to accomodate your needs. The final electric stage is when we install the fixtures you have selected at your desired location.

          PLUMBING

If plumbing is required on your project, the plumbing rough-in stage begins by installing the water and drain lines for all bathrooms, kitchens, and additions. Our licensed, insured, expert plumbers can accomodate any requests you might have. The final plumbing phase is when we install all fixtures selected at your desired location.

          HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

 If needed on your project, the heating and cooling duct-work is installed by a top quality, licensed and insured HVAC contractor. Intake and supply ducts are screwed and taped for minimum air loss and placed for the systems maximum performance. Our experts calculate the heat and cooling calculations, which allows the system to warm and cool the area with the most efficiency. We also heat and cool the unfinished basement area of your project to ensure good air circulation which ensures the basement moisture and humidity remain low.

          INSULATION

If insulation is required on your project, the insulation package can be upgraded at your request. The standard insulation value is R-13 in the walls, R-38 in the attic, and R-30 in any crawl spaces or overhangs. Here at GMCC we also insulate our basements from floor to ceiling and cover with fire resistant paper to keep the basement nice and warm in winter or cool in summer like the rest of your home.

          DRYWALL

The drywall installation process we feel is a very important step in the construction of your project. Our process is to screw and glue all drywall to prevent cracks and nail pops. Our drywall finishers, we feel are the best in the State of Maryland. They take the time and care to finish the walls so that the cosmetic appearance is almost flawless. This is crutial to the interior appearance as the painting stage will show any flaws if the drywall is not finished properly.

          INTERIOR DESIGN

Some of our homeowners wish to have a interior decorator assist in the design of their project. We will gladly work with them and keep in constant communication with them every step of the way. Here is an example of a room that was sized for a pool table. Anything you can immagine is possible with GMCC.

          INTERIOR TRIM

The interior trim can be customized from extravagant to simple and anything in between. We have many choices and suggestions in this category. We can install Crown moulding, Chair railing, Wall panels, solid wood doors, and many other options paint or stain grade. Our trim carpenters are top notch and take great care to ensure all doors function properly and that all trim is tight and straight with no gaps.

          PAINTING

The painting stage is where you can make the project shine. This process begins with a standard application of two coats and can be customized to any color or shade you prefer. Many of our customers choose custom colors for their project. Our painting contractor has been hand picked by Glenn to ensure top quality at this very important phase.

          FLOORING

Here at GMCC we will install any type of flooring you can imagine. You can choose any type of flooring you like from vinyl flooring to marble and any combination throughout your project. This solid Brazilian wood cherry floor was installed to match the solid Brazilian wood cherry staircase. Only top quality craftsman are used in this important installation process.

          LANDSCAPING AND GRASS

Depending on the project the landscaping and grass really adds curb appeal to your new project. We can have our experts design and suggest what plants and shrubbery would best suit your landscaping needs. The grass planting process starts with a Rock-hound machine which sifts rocks and pebbles, leaving the disturbed area smooth and ready for grass seed. The grass seed is a mixture of various types of seed and fertilizer that will get your lawn growing quickly. The seed is then covered with shredded straw and tacked down to prevent straw from blowing away and hold moisture in which is necessary for new seedlings to mature.

Congratulations, your new project is now complete. As always at GMCC we guarantee 100% customer satisfaction for all of our projects.

When the project is completed to the satisfaction of Glenn, a walk-thru will be conducted by Glenn and you the homeowner. Here at GMCC we have had many "clean" walk-thrus leaving nothing on our service list to complete. All items, if any, are addressed by Glenn and then corrected in a timely manner.

Here at GMCC our standard warranty is 1 year on materials and workmanship, 2 years on systems, and 5 years on stuctual components. We will gladly give you a copy to review. Should you have any questions or concerns after completion, just contact Glenn at GMCC and he will address all matters personally.