Arvada, CO General Contractor
Arvada pairs a historic downtown with miles of established neighborhoods on the west side of the metro. Radiant Homes serves Arvada as part of a range that stretches from Denver to Fort Collins, offering everything from repairs to new construction.
Old trees, deep lots, older houses
Arvada's neighborhoods are mature: large trees, deep lots, and houses from the postwar decades into the 1980s. Shade is a gift, but it comes with its own upkeep, including decks that stay damp, gutters full of leaves and roots that push on walkways and slabs.
Near Olde Town some homes are older still, and renovation there means matching what is already on the street.
Where we usually start
Decks and porches under trees
Wood that stays shaded stays wet. Rebuilding with the right materials and spacing matters more than a fresh coat of stain. See outdoor living.
Weathered exteriors
Siding, soffit and fascia that have had decades of sun and snow. Exterior remodeling can also cover windows and doors.
Original kitchens and baths
Rooms from the 1970s and 1980s, on lots with enough space to build out if the layout is the problem. See kitchens and baths.
Big lots make additions possible.
Arvada's deeper lots often leave room to grow. The question is what the lot and the rules allow.
- Room for a rear or side addition
- Setbacks and easements
- Second-story options for ranch houses
- Whether an accessory unit is allowed on your lot
- Tree protection during construction
- Access for equipment and deliveries
Wind from the foothills
Arvada is close enough to the foothills to catch strong downslope wind in winter, along with hail in the warm months. Roof edges, fences and loose siding go first, and a short inspection after a blustery stretch is cheap insurance.
See roofing for repair and replacement, and the storm restoration page if hail has just come through.
Starting an Arvada project
- One
The lot and the house
Tell us the age of the house and what the yard is like.
- Two
The walk
We look at the trees, the structure and the parts that have aged.
- Three
The scope
Written work and materials, then a place on the schedule.
Questions people ask first
How do I know my deck is past saving?
Press a screwdriver into the posts and ledger where they meet the house. If it sinks in easily, or boards flex and railings wobble, the structure is the problem and not the surface.
In that case new boards on old framing is not a real fix. We will tell you whether a repair is enough or a rebuild is due.
Are there special rules for work near Olde Town?
The historic downtown area has its own character, and older properties there may face design review or preservation guidance. Whether that touches your address depends on its location and what you plan to change.
Ask us early and we will look into it before plans are final.
Can I add a second story to my Arvada ranch?
Sometimes. It depends on the foundation, the framing and the height rules for your lot. A second story avoids using yard but is a significant structural job.
A rear or side addition is often simpler. We review the options on site, and the home additions page shows what is possible.
Arvada spans two counties. Which one is my address in?
Arvada extends into both Jefferson and Adams counties. Most homes inside the city deal with the city on building questions.
Send the address and we will confirm the right office before pricing.
Do tree roots damage foundations and sewer lines?
Roots more often lift walkways, patios and driveways, and they can work their way into older sewer lines. Foundations are affected less often.
We can assess what is visible above ground, such as cracked flatwork and drainage. A buried line is a question for a plumber with a camera.
Tell us about the house and the yard.
Give us the age of the home and whatever has started to wear out.
Arvada is on the west side of the metro, part of the range from Denver to Fort Collins. Also serving Fort Collins, Windsor, Loveland, Johnstown, Longmont, Boulder, Broomfield, Westminster, Golden, Lakewood and Denver.