Whether you’re looking to sell, refinance or simply make your home a better place to live, remodeling can be a beneficial process that can also save you money in the long run. However, not all projects are worth the time, money and effort. Some more substantial projects, like remodeling an entire kitchen or bathroom, will add a lot of value …
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How to Prepare Your Home for Exterior Remodeling Work
Oct 11, 2019
Is your home undergoing exterior remodeling work? While this is an exciting time and you have probably spent hours imagining what the end product will look like, you’ll want the contractor doing the work to have easy access to what they need to do the job right and get it done efficiently. Make their job easier by using these exterior …
Read MoreHow to Improve Curb Appeal
Jul 03, 2019
Curb appeal. We’ve all heard of it, but do you know what it means? Curb appeal is a common phrase for homeowners, especially for those who are selling their property or buying a new home. Curb appeal is a crucial factor — it plays a significantly more prominent role in the home buying and selling process than you might think. …
Read MoreThe Top Siding Colors for Resale Value
Sep 17, 2018
The exterior of a home plays a huge part in the interest of potential buyers. The exterior is usually the first thing potential buyers see, and the color of the exterior can play a big part in driving their emotions. So, how does the siding or exterior color of your home affect its resale value? What types of colors offer …
Read MorePick the Perfect Patio Door: 5 Tips to Help You Choose the Right One
Dec 28, 2017
Picking a patio door for your home seems simple until you try to do it. After all, it’s not an activity most of us often do, and it leads to a quest for good, concise data. Sunshine Contracting answers a lot of questions about patio doors since we have deep and detailed experience with them, as well as many other …
Read MoreWhat to Ask When Buying Replacement Windows
Oct 27, 2017
When it comes to the look and style you want for your home, your window decision can make all the difference. Replacement windows can significantly add to home value in today’s market. The windows you choose affect the amount of natural light inside your home, your ability to see out into your surrounding neighborhood and your feeling of connection to …
Read MoreExterior Remodeling Guide for Beginners
Sep 21, 2017
Exterior remodeling can be a challenge for beginners. TV renovation shows make remodeling look so quick and easy, but for those new to the process, it can be a different story. You hear about newbies experiencing nightmares with cost overruns, shoddy work and shady contractors. But it doesn’t have to be like that for beginners. The key to successful exterior …
Read MoreWhen to Replace Your Windows
Apr 07, 2017
We’d all love it if our windows would last forever, but sooner or later, those windows need replacing. Knowing when to replace windows in your home can be tricky, as they don’t always exhibit the traditional signs of wear like your roof or your carpet. You will also want to balance the benefits of new windows with window replacement …
Read MoreUsing an Exterior Remodel to Improve the Value of Your Home
Nov 04, 2015
Within the current real estate market, many homeowners are becoming increasingly concerned with the values of their homes. Thankfully, there are a number of ways you can improve the value of your home, helping you secure a better return on your investment if you decide it’s time to sell. At Sunshine Contracting, we have been helping homeowners in Northern Virginia …
Read MorePopularity for Fiber Cement Siding Increasing, but Vinyl Continually Improving
Aug 18, 2014
Noncombustible: the material won’t catch fire. Variety of shapes: square shingles, half rounds, vertical, lap, trim boards, octagons, and more. Weather Resistant/Durable: during all kinds of weather, the fiber cement will withstand from rotting and cracking. Design Creativity: Use various color combinations, molding the fiber into a specific shape and size. It’s flexible and you have control. Cost and Maintenance: …
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