Operation Fresh Start Construction Update: Home Nears Dry-In Phase
- Valor Develops
- 20 minutes ago
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Construction continues to move forward on the Operation Fresh Start home, with major milestones reached this week as the structure approaches full dry-in.
The Valor Development crew, working alongside additional local trades, has completed roof installation and is actively setting windows and exterior doors. With only two windows and one exterior door remaining, the goal is to have the home fully dried in by tomorrow morning, weather permitting.
Reaching the dry-in phase is a critical step that allows interior work to proceed efficiently and protects the structure from seasonal conditions.
Interior Framing Underway
Inside the home, interior framing is now well underway. Walls are going up, workspaces are being organized, and the build is transitioning from structural framing into the next major phase. Once framing is completed, the project will move into rough electrical and rough plumbing, followed by finish work as materials and scheduling allow.
This progress represents weeks of coordinated effort and on-site problem solving — especially important in mountain construction environments where timing, weather, and logistics matter.
Community-Powered Construction
This home is being built entirely through donated labor, materials, and out-of-pocket contributions. The homeowner is not being charged for the work.
To date, approximately $20,000 in donations have been received, helping push the project to its current stage. However, as anyone familiar with residential construction understands, completing a full home requires significant ongoing resources.
Continued donations and volunteer support remain essential as the project advances into mechanical systems and finish phases.
Project Acknowledgments
This build would not be possible without the support of local businesses and skilled trades who stepped up when it mattered most. Valor Development extends sincere thanks to:
Cordova Builders for assistance with exterior framing
Beach Redi Mix for donating concrete materials
Westcliffe Concrete for providing concrete labor
Central Building Supply for major material support
Mountain View Window and Door for donated windows and doors
Goldleaf Plumbing for volunteering plumbing services
Headley Electric LLC for volunteering electrical work
These contributions reflect the strength of local trades and the power of community-driven construction.
What’s Next
With dry-in imminent, the focus shifts to mechanical rough-ins, inspections, and continued coordination of volunteers and materials. Updates will continue as the project progresses through each phase of construction.
Those interested in supporting the project — through skilled labor, materials, or financial contributions — are encouraged to reach out directly.
About Valor Development Solutions
Valor Development Solutions, LLC is a veteran-owned general contractor based in Silver Cliff, Colorado, specializing in custom homes, luxury mountain residences, barns, arenas, steel buildings, and rural land development across Custer County and Southern Colorado.
With over 30 years of combined experience, Valor builds for clients of all ages and stages of life, delivering durable, high-quality construction designed for Colorado’s mountain environments.
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