You may or may not have heard of it, but fiber cement siding has actually been around for more than a century. Invented in Austria in 1901, and originally marketed under the name “Eternit“ — which spoke to its long-lasting nature — fiber cement siding first gained popularity in Australia as a way to protect homes from that country’s heavy brushfires. You …
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What Time of Year Is Best to Replace Windows?
Sep 28, 2018
Replacing windows takes a significant amount of time and planning, especially if you’ll be replacing a large number of them. If there are any ways to make this process a little easier, why wouldn’t you try it? One way to ease this renovation project is to make sure you’re scheduling work during the right time of year. You can have …
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 MoreWhat Time of Year Is Best to Replace a Roof?
Aug 31, 2018
Having a new roof installed is a big job and needs a great deal of planning before work can even begin. Deciding if a roof replacement is necessary or not is half the battle. The next big question you have to ask yourself is when to schedule the replacement. One of the best times of the year to schedule your …
Read MoreFive Simple Reasons You Should Hire a Home Contractor Instead of Doing It Yourself
Jul 09, 2018
Owning a home comes with a significant amount of responsibility. You have to keep your home in good shape not only to ensure it remains livable, but also to make sure your investment retains its value. Of course, you can also enhance your home’s value by performing improvements such as putting in a new kitchen or adding new construction. However, …
Read MoreWhy You Need a Professional Contractor to Replace Your Roofing
May 31, 2018
If you’re asking yourself the question, “Should I replace my own roof?” then this is the article for you. Granted, nowadays you can go online and do a quick internet search for “Can I replace my own roof,” and get everything from general advice columns to videos that will share numerous tips about roofing repair and installation. The question you …
Read MoreYour Spring Cleaning and Home Maintenance Checklist
May 17, 2018
Spring is in the air at last. The sun is shining longer at night, the days are warmer and flowers are starting to peek out everywhere. It didn’t seem possible after the long, dreary winter, but we are finally firmly on our way into spring. Spring is notorious for filling us all with a renewed sense of excitement and get-up-and-go. It …
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 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 …
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