Does your home need an exterior repaint? Maybe it just needs touching up on the outside trim, especially around the windows, doors and eaves where the elements hit hardest. Painting any space can be an expensive and time-consuming task. Regardless of your location, your home’s wood siding or exposed wood trim is going to require ongoing maintenance. Properly installed and carefully …
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When 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 MoreTop 5 Home Improvements for Spring
Mar 31, 2017
When the season changes to spring, home improvements often spring to mind. It’s the perfect time to make some of those changes you’ve been thinking about all winter. If you’re looking for some ideas for some of the best home improvement projects for spring, look no further. Here are some of the top seasonal home improvements to consider. 1. Roof …
Read MoreBest Siding and Shutter Color Combinations
Mar 24, 2017
*Updated 12/01/2021 If you want to increase the value of your home, or just want to update it in a cost-effective way, curb appeal is the key — and few projects offer a bigger bang for your buck than siding and shutter replacement. As a rule, you can expect a 70 percent return on your investment immediately from exterior projects …
Read MoreHow Energy Efficient Windows Lower Energy Costs
Dec 01, 2016
Sometimes you have to spend money to save money, and that’s especially true when you’re buying energy-saving replacement windows. Even better, they’ll make your home more enjoyable during every season. Let’s take a quick look about how replacing windows saves on energy costs and can give you a little peace of mind. Benefits of Energy-Efficient Windows If you choose to …
Read MoreHow to Clean Gutters Clogged With Fall Leaves
Nov 08, 2016
Fall is the perfect time for cleaning out gutters. They should be as clear as possible so leaves don’t cause clogs and send water into your home, creating major damage. We’ve put together a few gutter-cleaning tips to help make sure you and your home are safe all winter long. What You Need for Cleaning Out Rain Gutters When cleaning …
Read MoreHow to Pick the Right Window Treatments
Oct 14, 2016
Looking for a quick, easy way to revamp your home décor? Select new window treatments, and you should have no trouble transforming your drab home interior into a fabulous work of art. Window treatments serve as aesthetic coverings placed on, inside or over windows. They allow you to control light that enters your home and function as insulators that may …
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide for Hiring a Reliable Home Improvement Contractor
Aug 08, 2016
Maybe you just bought your first house, or maybe you upgraded and are ready to create your dream home. Either way, nothing strikes excitement and fear into a homeowner’s heart like renovations. Choosing a contractor for home improvement can be nerve wracking, but with the right team at your side the process can be smooth — and even enjoyable. With …
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Storm
Jul 21, 2016
Every summer comes with storms that roll in and unleash torrential rains, high winds and more. You can protect your home now by taking a few minutes to perform some summer storm prep and checks. All of these storm preparation tips are also good to do anytime because they’ll protect your home from the sudden storm as well as slower …
Read More15 Ways to Make Your Home Eco-Friendly
Jun 07, 2016
With the human population expanding at an increasing rate, it seems that our Earth’s natural resources are dwindling fast. The good news is, conserving our natural resources has now become a major priority. People everywhere are taking note of this issue and starting to become concerned with how to be environmentally friendly. There are many changes, big and small, that …
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