Rain gutters are essential in order to keep your home secure and undamaged. By channeling excess water away from the foundations, they prevent flooding, deter moisture buildup in the walls and lower levels of your home (which also discourages pests and mold growth), and even prevent major problems like a [...]
We’ve been lucky to have a relatively mild winter, which means that spring is almost upon us. The start of spring means it’s the time to start thinking about all of the home improvement projects you want to embark upon this year. It’s never too early to get started, so [...]
When it’s cold and snowing outside generally isn’t the best time to discover an itch to remodel your home. But sometimes, that itch just needs to be scratched. Some projects may not be the best idea, like painting the exterior of your home during a blizzard or re-shingling your roof. [...]
Despite your best planning, sometimes you find yourself stuck between a rock and a hard place, contemplating whether or not you can put off your painting project til the weather gets warmer. It’s definitely recommended to not paint the exterior of your home during the coldest months of the year, [...]
Vinyl is one of the more economical and durable siding options available. Though maintenance is usually minimal, it is important to keep your vinyl siding clean. Not only does this improve the curb appeal of your home, it protects the vinyl and keeps it in good shape for years to [...]
The exterior of your house has a profound impact on how you can feel about your own home. On top of that, it will greatly affect how other people imagine you when they see your home. There’s a reason that curb appeal has such an effect on the final price [...]
There are a lot of benefits to embarking on a home improvement project. It boosts curb appeal and increases the value of your home. Home improvement projects can also be incredibly fulfilling. Seeing your hard work pay off and make your home more beautiful is very satisfying. However, these aren’t [...]
Is the sun doing a number on your home exterior? The heat of the sun in August can be blistering — literally, but mostly only to painted surfaces. Today’s advanced paint formulas are more protective of home exteriors, but none lasts forever. The sun draws moisture out of your home, and [...]
Is the sun doing a number on your home exterior? The heat of the sun in August can be blistering — literally, but mostly only to painted surfaces. Today’s advanced paint formulas are more protective of home exteriors, but none lasts forever. The sun draws moisture out of your home, and when [...]
Engineered wood is the practical homeowner’s choice for exterior cladding. But consumers who choose engineered wood also have an eye for beauty — they’re not getting the cheapest product out there, they’re getting one that will look great and last a long time. Homeowners have been building houses out of wood for centuries. This natural material is [...]