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Trim has a limited lifespan in Colorado and serves a very important purpose for sealing your home up to prevent water, insect or rodent infiltration.

In this case a roof leak was causing unseen rot, so we pulled out the old damage trim and replaced it with new. We always strive to make it look like it never happened.

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When you have plumbing work done the plumber is going to cut a hole in the ceiling or wall, but they aren't going to fix it.

In this case it's popcorn ceiling, which can be tricky and very messy, and needs to be done using a hopper for best results.

This area has been fixed before sometime in the past, so we blended it in the best we could without it getting too thick.

Fixes like this take several days because of drying time, and it will be messy but we try to contain it the best we can. We work hard to match the texture as closely as possible.

If you had a plumbing issue and you've got a hole that needs repaired, set up a time on our website, and we'll make it right.

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This client had a leak that damaged their crown molding at the roofline. Trim isn't just aesthetic, and when left unfixed, it can lead to much bigger problems including water infiltration, insects and critters. Crown molding takes special attention and experience, and we can fix it and make it good as new.

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A woodpecker made a nice little hole in the soffit, but we took care of it. Visit our website and schedule a bid, if you need to take care of critter holes yourself.

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Refinished an 8X10 floor that was in poor shape. Improved it by taking down 1/16 of an inch, applying 3 grades of sanding, and finishing with Golden Oak Stain.

Now is a great time to fix those soft spots on your porch, deck, or patio. The rollercoaster weather does tremendous damage. Weather treating can add life back to your porch, deck, or patio and bring curb appeal if you're planning to sell your home.

How Dry Rot Affects Wood in Colorado’s Desert Climate —
February 17, 2026| The Ernest Carpenter, LLC

In Colorado’s climate — with intense sun, low humidity, dramatic temperature swings, and occasional snow — wood goes through repeated cycles of: Expansion and contraction, Surface cracking, Moisture intrusion from rain or melting snow, and Rapid freeze drying cycle.

These cycles create the perfect environment for hidden decay.

One of the most dangerous aspects of dry rot is that it often develops beneath the surface, and can be hidden from sight.

Dry rot can hollow out support posts, weaken joists (as pictured), compromise fasteners, and cause boards to become brittle and crumbly. In extreme cases, structural failure can occur unexpectedly. A deck that appears solid on top may be deteriorating below.

It is important to completely sand and reseal your deck every 3 years, and reseal every 1–2 years, depending on sun exposure and weather conditions. South- and west-facing decks often need maintenance sooner due to heavy UV exposure.

If you notice any of the following, it’s time for inspection: spongy or soft wood, deep cracks, flaking or splintering boards, musty smell, loose railings, rusted fasteners or nails, and water pooling. Even if your deck “looks fine,” preventive resealing can stop problems before they start. We can come out and test for dry rot and address problem areas.

We will look for discoloration of the wood, cracks, and soft spots in isolated areas. If you prefer to test for yourself, grab a knife with a sharp tip and if it easily pushes into the wood, you have dry rot, and it needs to be addressed immediately, because structural damage may already be extensive underneath.

It is going to be especially important to address decks, porches, and fascia in Colorado this year because our climate has been exceedingly dry. Book a time today so that we can build an honesty and fair bid to get these issues addressed, and give your favorite outdoor space the update it deserves.

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