We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"We couldn?t be happier with our experience! From start to finish, the communication was clear, consistent, and truly above and beyond. Every question we had was answered quickly, and every detail we envisioned was made a reality with genuine care.
The home is everything we wanted and more. It was built impressively quick, and yet, the craftsmanship and quality totally exceeded our expectations. We are so grateful for Christensen Homes for our new home!
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a custom builder who genuinely listens and delivers outstanding results!"
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.
I have spent the last four years remodeling and constructing new buildings, working for other companies such as Hausmann Construction and Samsung Construction—including on the renovation of the football stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. I have carried out renovations of churches and schools, as well as basements, garages, bathrooms, and kitchens. Now, I have established my own company, and I am ready to apply all my expertise to grow my business.
"Items were in the back yard, the garage, and the basement furnace room. I went around with the men, identified the material, and the men carried it out to the truck or trailer. The men were professional in demeanor. And pleasant. I expect to use these guys again, even at regular price, since I know I can depend on their services. "
"UPDATE: Our project has been completed and the work is excellent! A crew of 6-8 guys worked for about 10 days (due to some heavy rains) and were able to tear out the mess that was our backyard and rebuilt a 4.5 foot tie wall. It looks beautiful! Mike and the crew had to access the wall through our neighbors' backyard. The crew was very respectful and communicated well with the neighbors. As the wall is holding up our property we don't get the benefit of viewing the new wall, but our neighbors are extremely happy with the finished product as are we. People in the neighborhood have inquired about the builder as it looks so good! Schmidt construction built the wall with good drainage, a couple of feet of compacted fill rock, and pre-treated wood. We did have to increase the height of the wall from the original 3 foot on the bid to 4.5 feet to accommodate the slope of our yard. Mike was very thoughtful when talking with us about the adjustment. It did not come as a surprise to us because other companies had bid a 4 foot wall so we knew it might need to be higher. We appreciated that Mike was not trying to up-sell us, but was trying to give us the best final result. We are on a tight budget for the remodeling that needed to take place and would not have agreed to the change order unless it was the best long term solution. The driveway had several concrete slabs jacked up and completely redone. The new areas look wonderful and our drainage issues have been resolved! Perfect! We have called on Schmidt Construction for other needs around the house as we have been tackling our fixer upper. I stand by my original posting that Mike is a great guy who will do right by you!
ORIGINAL POST:My husband and I really enjoyed Mike when he came over to give us the bid for our work. He was very kind, honest and had a good balance of connecting with us on a personal level while staying focused on the job at hand. I appreciated his opinion on what needed to be replaced and what was in good current condition. It would be easy for a contractor to try and sell a whole new driveway, but Mike gave us honest feedback on where we needed to replace concrete slabs for proper drainage, where we could use a little mud-jacking to get the slabs more level, and what was in good condition. His bid for the retaining wall came in at a fair price for the extent of the work. His bid was the first and the best one we received. Mike suggested we get several bids, talk to other contractors, and get back to him if we chose to go with his company. Good advice from a good man. We are curently awaiting to be scheduled to have the work performed. I will update my review in a couple of weeks (late October) when the work has been completed to give feedback on the quality of work and our experience once our property is being ripped up and put back together.
Quality Home Improvements is about Quality, Craftsmanship, & Your Complete Satisfaction. From Remodeling that Home Built in 1920 to a Brand new Home.
\nNeed a New Garage, a New Higher End Deck with today's Composite Decking Materials, a Master Suite w/ walk-in closets, or a Bathroom complete with Walk-in Shower added? Maybe a New Mother-in-Law Suite is a necessity? Or some Built-in Storage in your Garage? You Name It ! Kitchen & Basement Remodels are a Specialty we provide & are Very Proud of ! Q.H.I. will not Disappoint ! Maybe New Siding? Or simply Repaint your existing Home? If you're that young couple just starting out or Retirees, Q.H.I. is here to Please.
\nNone of this is cheap, but the simple fact is, It'll Never be any less expensive than it is Today ! We take care of Everything & make every effort to ensure your Build is as Enjoyable & Stress free as Possible. Call Today ! Allow us the Privilege of Giving You that Beautiful Home to Make Memories of a Lifetime in.
"I had received one of those "Un-professional" letters from State Farm in which they tell you that you need to replace your roof immediately or they will not renew your insurance. Of course these letters don't tell you if there is any damage to your roof....only that you need to replace it and my State Farm Agent wasn't much help. They just told me to call them when it was replaced. Now most people wouldn't be too concerned about this but I was working for the military, working in Florida and my house was located in Bellevue, Nebraska. None of my friends knew anything about roofs and my property manager wasn't able to help. I contacted Marathon Services, Inc. via Angie's List in March 2013 and Paul Stoural called me the next day. We discuss my situation and he would have one of his associates inspect my roof. He called back later in the week to tell me that my roof was good for another two years. I contacted my State Farm Agent and they weren't too happy. I kept in contact with Paul over the next few months, knowing that when it was time to replace my roof, Marathon would be the company that I would contact to do the work. I appreciated Paul's honesty and his ability to go into detail on the work that needed to be done. Now Paul is the type of guy that after a couple of phone calls you would think he was family. He understands and can relate to what you are going through. I returned to Nebraska for good in October of 2013 and contacted Paul to check his schedule and add me to his list for the Spring of 2014. During this conversation Paul asked if I had filed a claim for "Hail" damage and at the time I hadn't, because I wasn't aware of any damage. I contacted my State Farm Agent and they immediately asked if I had replaced my roof. You could have heard a pin drop when I told them that I wanted to file a "Hail" damage claim. Their inspector came out the next week and yes, I did have hail damage. Since I have a small house, I told Paul to fit me into his schedule when he could. That I would be happy as long as it was done by September 2014. Marathon Services did an excellent job on roofing my house and the garage. They started around 0700 in the morning and were done by 1130. They did a great job of cleaning up after their selves and the roof looked fantastic. Now, I live around a lot of retirees and we all were amazed at the job that they did. My garage was an old wood detached garage that was built in 1949 and though I did give thought to tearing it down and replacing it with a two car garage. After talking with Paul, I decided to have siding installed and I am glad that I did. Paul was able to find siding that matched the metal siding on my house. It wasn't the same color, but Paul painted it to match the color of the house. The two gentlemen who installed the siding were very professional and the painters came out a few days later and were done within two hours. I had waited for years to have an exhaust fan in my bathroom. Marathon Services installed the Vent for the bathroom exhaust and when installing the air vent cap....they went the extra step and installed air vent caps on two other vents on my roof. Now most companies would just install the cap and leave.......Marathon went the extra step and painted them to compliment the roof. For me....Paul & Marathon Services went above and beyond what many contractors would do for their customers. "
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
We are a locally owned and operated company that values morality over anything else. We believe in putting in the right time and abilities into each project, and know when we do that, business will be there. We love building relationships and understand that when we do it right the first time, we will always get a call for the next problem. Give us a call!
Sliding garage doors aren’t popular because when they can be inconvenient—they require you to leave your car—if they’re manual. But, if they’re automatic, they’re much more expensive than a conventional tilting door. Some find the sliding door less aesthetically pleasing than a tilting or barn door.
The best method for painting a garage door depends on the door's design and the finish you want to achieve. For the most professional-looking finish, especially on doors with panels or intricate details, a paint sprayer is an excellent choice. It can easily get into hard-to-reach places and provide a smooth, even coat.
If you don't have a sprayer, or if your door is flat, a combination of a roller and a brush is the most effective approach. Use a roller for the large, flat sections to cover the area quickly and efficiently. For the best results, experts recommend a roller with a nap between ⅜ and ¾ inches thick; natural fibers can also help ensure an even coat.
A brush is essential for handling the finer details. Use it to paint grooves, angles, small panels, and the edges of the door where you need more control.
Regardless of the tools you use, it's a good idea to step back after the main application to review your work and use a detail brush to touch up any missed spots.
On average, a garage door can last between 15 and 30 years. However, this lifespan is influenced by several factors, including the quality and material of the door, local climate conditions, and how frequently it is used and maintained.
Key factors affecting longevity include:
Material: Wooden doors can last 20 to 30 years or more, while steel doors typically last 15 to 20 years. More robust options, like triple-layer steel, can last 25 to 30 years with proper care. The number of layers in a door also contributes to its durability, with each additional layer potentially adding five years to its life.
Maintenance: Regular inspections, cleaning, and immediate repairs can significantly extend the life of your garage door.
Usage and Climate: Doors in harsh climates or those used very frequently may wear out faster.
Components: Individual parts have different lifespans. For example, automatic openers may fail sooner than the door itself without regular maintenance, and garage door springs typically need replacement every 7 to 12 years.
While the door panels are designed to last as long as the door, they should be replaced sooner if they become visibly damaged, impact the door's smooth operation, or create a security risk.
Since garage door torsion springs have tightly wound coils under massive tension, they can cause serious injury while attempting to service them. A broken spring can also cause the garage to close rapidly, causing injuries. That’s why any adjustments or replacements of a torsion spring should only be conducted by a trained professional.
Extension springs are just as dangerous as torsion springs—especially when they break. These springs can become projectiles and may cause serious injury or property damage.
If you take caution around fragile garage parts, thawing methods shouldn’t cause problems. Avoid using direct sources of heat too close to the garage door, especially rubber parts.
Another spot to avoid heating is the garage door spring. This powerful metal spring can become very cold in winter. Applying heat to a cold spring increases the chances it could break.
The Wahoo, NE homeowners’ guide to garage services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If you live in a climate that experiences harsh winters and summers, you should consider an insulated garage door. Learn what impacts the costs and how it can help save you money over time.
