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 …
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Everything You Need to Know About James Hardie Siding
Aug 28, 2015
When you build a new house or remodel an existing one, you have many choices to make about the exterior finish. There are many elements to consider, all of which affect the look, feel and curb appeal of your home. Everything from individual taste and potential association covenants to the material and other characteristics such as color, dimension, texture, style …
Read MoreWhen to Replace your Weathered Siding
Mar 27, 2015
As brisk temperatures, swirling winds, and outdoor elements come in contact with your home exterior, you can see visible damage to your siding during the spring time. Depending on how old your home’s siding is, its exposure to weathering can be much more than an eyesore. There is hidden damage that may not be visible, but there are still some …
Read MoreThe Many Benefits Associated with James Hardie Siding
Jan 23, 2015
Longevity: With all the exposure siding comes in contact with, you’ll be happy to know that James Hardie doesn’t rot. Its thickness provides optimal protection to the home, keeping the elements commonly seen with vinyl siding away from the home. The best part is, with so many options, you’re also presented with a 30-year product warranty, 15-year finish warranty, and …
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: …
Read MoreBenefits of Fiber Cement Siding as Opposed to Vinyl Siding
Jul 14, 2014
When it comes time to purchase new siding for your home, how do you know which material to choose? There are pro’s and con’s to all siding materials, and the frontrunners of the industry have been fiber cement and vinyl. Vinyl was the norm, and when you walked around the neighborhood, most of the homes featured vinyl. When fiber cement …
Read MoreSpring Cleaning! Upgrade the Appearance of Your Home’s Exterior
May 28, 2014
Either start from the bottom or start with the roof shingles. Any damage—cracks or leaks—can cause a flood during the next rainstorm. Speaking of rain, be sure to clean or check the performance of your seamless gutter in Fairfax County. Clean them out, or think about upgrading to a leaf protection gutter so you won’t have to spend time cleaning …
Read MoreIt’s Spring Time! Improve the Appearance of Your Home With a New Vinyl Siding
Apr 10, 2014
Vinyl serves as a sturdy, durable, quality material to refurbish your home’s siding. It will make your property stand out to passersby and you’ll never see it peel or fade. A new siding project needs thorough preparation and attention to detail in order to produce beautiful finishes. We know it’s difficult to put your trust in vinyl siding contractors in …
Read MoreWhy a James Hardie® Preferred Remodeler Is a Great Choice for Exterior Remodeling
Mar 01, 2014
James Hardie® Means High Quality Sunshine Contracting is a James Hardie Preferred Remodeler. For homeowners in need of exterior home remodeling, there are many benefits to choosing a James Hardie Preferred Remodeler company. The James Hardie Preferred Remodeler Program is intended for home remodeling companies who want to partner with James Hardie at a high level. Companies like Sunshine Contracting, …
Read MoreJames Hardie® Fiber Cement Siding Is a Great Choice for Your Home Exterior
Feb 12, 2014
James Hardie® Product Overview James Hardie® is the leading brand of siding in America. There are many good reasons for this. Not only is it strong, beautiful, and durable but also has been engineered with special properties unique to James Hardie siding. All James Hardie siding is fiber cement, which is superior to other types of siding in many ways. …
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