Fiber cement truly is one of the best building materials available in today’s market. It’s called the “Wonder Siding” by one of the leading home improvement authorities, This Old House, offering a tremendous endorsement by anyone’s standards. That’s because of the many advantages of fiber cement siding you’ll get by renovating your home’s exterior with…
Decorative trim and accents like molding, cornices and columns are stellar design elements that complete the overall aesthetic of your exterior and let your home stand out amongst your neighbors. When homeowners thoughtfully update their existing trim or select and install more contemporary trim options, you can experience a range of visual and performance benefits:…
When it comes to window replacements and new installations, there are two options on today’s market that are rapidly surpassing wood and aluminum as framing materials of choice among modern homeowners. The two materials are vinyl and fiberglass. So how do they compare in terms of quality, longevity, appearance, price and value? Vinyl: The Pros…
Whether you’re planning a new build or are completing large-scale renovations, you have many decisions to make regarding the materials that will be used to construct your home. Among those decisions, choosing the right siding for your home is one of the most important. The siding on your home is its main defense against the…
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…
Solar energy isn’t just what you use to power on a few porch lights or a watch. Today, solar energy is harnessed more and more as a way of going green and saving money. There are now close to 2 million solar installations in the U.S., and that number is expected to double by 2023. One…
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…
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?…
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…