We at Mosby Building Arts constantly help clients with information and installation of backup power generators. With what we know of the aging electrical grid system and the increased instances of being without power, Mosby firmly believes in the safety and logic of generators as a homeowner necessity.

Mosby now “walks the talk” with the installation of our own generator. Considering that we lost a business day in one of the 2006 power outages, and that Kirkwood proves especially prone to losing power in harsh weather, this was a smart decision.

We chose an 18kw generator which provides 80 amps of service. It’s aluminum-coated which makes it more weather resistant, and air-cooled for lower maintenance. Within 30 seconds of losing main power, this generator will kick in and power everything in our offices, save for a portion of our HVAC systems. But this much power allows us to plug in fans or space heaters (depending on the time of year) to keep us comfortable for the duration.

Our Estimator, Tim Wahlig (shown above), oversaw the project, which included digging a hole for the propane tank that powers the generator. This is the model we chose for our needs, but other models run on natural gas and don’t require digging up the yard. As is typical for most communities, it’s a 3-5 week process to get the proper permits. Once you’re legal, the generator can be installed within a week. They require routine maintenance every 100 hours or 1 year, whichever comes first. The peace of mind and sense of preparedness is invaluable.

So, do as we do and consider your own backup power generator. Each home has unique requirements that determine which generator is best for you. We can help you make the smart choice and get you set up to weather any future outages.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL We are currently removing a built-in swimming pool from a client’s backyard. When working indoors, we’re overly-protective of your home, going overboard with dust barriers and floor protection. But what about outdoors?

WE DISCOVERED A NEW PRODUCT  It is a roll-out mat made of renewable bamboo slats wrapped in a cotton/nylon case. They are flexible, reusable and can be rolled up for easy storage and transportation. We now lay down these mats on the parts of the yard our trucks must drive over, and it protects the yard from excessive tearing, ruts and mess.

Easy to install, easy to remove, easy on the earth and considerate of your lawns. We constantly seek knowledge-guided solutions, and this one is simple and effective, which earns it the Mosby Seal of Approval!

The Acadmy Awards of the home building industry took place Saturday night, October 6th, and we were honored to win TWO Homers. One award was for Outstanding Addition, and the other award was for Outstanding Interior Renovation. Pictured above, left to right, is: Rich Layton, Jill Huckelberry, Rich Oris, Adrienne Morgan and Scott Mosby.

Above left is Adrienne, our Certified Kitchen Designer responsible for the kitchen in the Outstanding Interior Renovation. Above right is Jill, our lead carpenter for the same project.

Above is Project Manager Rich Oris, a Homer Winning Veteran, who oversaw all production on the winning Central West End home. Unable to attend the event was Project Manager Rick Henson, responsible for overseeing the Outstanding Addition project. He was out of town celebrating his wedding anniversary, but will get his time with Homer for a job well done.

Our thanks to the Home Builders Association judges who picked these two projects for recognition, and to our clients who made these “outstanding” projects possible. And congratulations to the Mosby family members whose expertise and passion brought it all to life.

And after a night of merriment, one Homer went back to the office to rest up, while the other Homer was ready to unwind and see the outside world. Jill took him on a quick tour of the city…

Homer heads downtown to view the Arch and the Old Courthouse…

And stops off for a quick pick-me-up before heading to mid-town.

Homer got some sun and fresh air at both Tower Grove and and Forest Parks…

…and delved into the arts and sciences at the Planetarium and the Art Museum. He’s now back at the office, but has been heard muttering under his breath: “Must. Get. Ted. Drewes…”