Brimer Construction is an authorized reseller and installer of the Thompson Canopies. Not only are the canopies designed to bring architectural interest to a building, but are also a very practical addition. All Thompson Canopies are constructed with a built-in gutter system using two simple drain spouts on both sides of the canopy, to protect the person and door way from the rain. It also guards the expensive mill work from premature rotting due to rain and sun exposure.

Competitor awnings are made of lite aluminum or canvas, with no built in gutter system. This leads to sheets of rain flowing over the edge which soaks a person approaching the door. In addition canvas materials have a life of five to fifteen years, depending on the weight of the material. In contrast, Thompson Canopies will last as long as your home.

Variety

We realize variety is the spice of life, therefore we have produce our canopies in a choice of two metals. One is 100% copper, a vibrant and beautiful metal that will patina over a six month period, for a classic appearance. The second is a paint grip steel that can be painted to match any decor. This metal accepts any latex based exterior paint, however for longer life it is recommended that you use an exterior enamel based paint.

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The first tip is to always get written estimates or agreements specifying the work to be done and materials to be used. Find out specifically what things will and won’t be covered in case something should happen. (For example : a large amount of roofing material fell onto your patio furniture and damaged it. Or, your sheetrock ceiling was damaged due to the roofer dropping something in your attic while changing some decking.) Whether or not you choose a company that will cover some of those type items is up to you, but you just need to get these things covered in writing before the project starts.

Make sure you are getting “apples to apples” estimates. Just because two companies are both offering you an estimate including 30 yr. shingles does Not mean that they are equal products, and the cost of these shingles can vary a few hundred dollars between one 30 yr. shingle and the other. Make sure of all the features of the shingles they are offering such as Wind Resistance, Algae Resistance, Product Warranty Length, and (more important on higher quality products is) Fire Rating, and Hail Impact Rating. Also look into the other products offered, not just the shingles. What about an underlayment? If your estimate says felt will be used, is it 30lb or 15lb rolls? As with everything else make sure it’s in writing and it is specific.

The best quality for the best price. As with most people you probably want the best quality work done but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for it. The truth is roofing products cost a good bit and the more protection you recieve the more you will have to pay for it. To try and get more for your money don’t think that just because you decided to hire two guys with a pickup truck that you will be paying less. Nine times out of ten you will end up paying more and having the project drawn out over a longer period of time. Find out where they get materials from, if they are ordering everything from homedepot or lowes your most likely paying more. The accounts we have setup with suppliers give us the oppertunity to provide our customers with better products and prices.

Find out about previous work. In todays economy many people have been layed off of work and are looking for some income, so make sure you are dealing with a professional who has a portfolio to back them up and a company to support them. Brimer Construction has many homes in the atlanta area that we have worked on and can show you finished work and give you customer references to back it up.

Get the look of natural flagstone with the durability and stain resistance of sealed concrete and at up to ten dollars less per square foot with a concrete stamp or overlay. There are numerous colors to choose from, if needed our experts can help you choose a color scheme that best matches your surroundings. Flagstone is not the only look you can create with stamped concrete. You have a selection of many different styles such as Ashler Slate, Cobblestone, and even a wood plank pattern. We are experience with high-end stamped concrete and overlay systems such as EliteCrete and Increte. If you want a completely custom texture ask us about our troweled on textures.

If you’re looking for a natural or rustic look for your concrete or just want to add some color, stained concrete is the way to go. We specialize in acid stains and polymer/water based stains. A relatively new product to the concrete stain world is a polymer stain called Smith Stain. This concrete stain is a high strength and environmentally friendly stain that has the same look as an acid stain. With our skilled artists, we can even make you a masterpiece that will be the envy of all your neighbors.

A great solution for your driveway, sidewalk, and even your pool deck is spray down texture. Used along with stencils you could transform that plain gray driveway to look like arched brick and more. Also don’t forget about the garage. We use epoxy and other high strength sealers to give you a tough, slip resistant floor that holds up to the rigors of high foot and vehicle traffic, as well as hot-tire pickup.

Let us make your home stand out from the rest. Whether you live in Suwanee Gwinnett, Cumming, Atlanta, or anywhere else we have a concrete solution to fit your needs. Give us a call or email us and we can provide you with a free estimate along with samples and pictures to help you make your decision.