Let’s be honest: Vinyl siding often gets a bad rap. You’ve likely heard a few negative things about this versatile cladding material, but do you know what’s fact and what’s fiction? There are going to be pros and cons with any type of material, and vinyl siding is no exception. Let’s cut through the fluff […]
How to Get a New Kitchen on a Tight Budget
The kitchen is often the beating heart of a home. Much more than a place where meals are prepared, the kitchen is often the gathering place for the family. It’s where the kids do their homework, where the adults create delicious dinners and riveting discussions take place around the wide countertops. If you’ve got a […]
Can You Really Install Fiber Cement Siding on Your Own?
Fiber cement siding has become quite popular in recent years, and for good reason — it is a very attractive, highly durable siding that requires virtually no maintenance. In fact, it is so reliable that many companies offer 50-year warranties on the product. Fiber cement siding is definitely a long-term investment for your home. Should […]
How Your Windows Are Costing You Money
Your windows might seem like they are perfect right now. You can raise them easily, they have sturdy screens, they stay in place, and the look through them is as beautiful as always. Why would you want to replace windows that seem to work just fine? The hidden costs lurking behind that glass Those windows […]
Stylish Security Features Can Keep Your House Safe
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, about 8,640 burglaries happen every day–that’s one every ten seconds. Want to hear something even more frightening? Every one out of five homes will experience a break-in or invasion. That’s over two million houses that will become the target of the bad guys. Make your house the safest […]
Five Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Home
Have you been waiting impatiently to sell your home? Now that the housing market is starting to show some signs of recovery, the time is almost ripe for putting that house on the market. That’s the good news. The bad news is that everyone else in the neighborhood might be thinking along the same lines. […]
Vinyl Siding Problems and Do-it-Yourself Solutions
You ordered the new vinyl siding, the installer did the work, and now it looks wonderful. But once the contractor leaves, that vinyl siding is in your hands. What happens if something goes wrong? It is important to fix vinyl siding problems quickly to prevent further damage. But that’s hard to do when you don’t […]
Is Cabinet Refacing Really a Do-It-Yourself Job?
If you are thinking about a kitchen remodel, the possibility of doing it yourself has likely crossed your mind. Unless you are very handy with tools and have some home improvement experience, the thought of replacing your kitchen cabinets on your own is probably out of the question. But what about refacing your kitchen cabinets? […]
What’s All This Noise About Soundproof Windows?
If you have ever lived through the nightmare of neighborhood construction, neighborhood kids with loud bass in their cars or even the neighbor’s incessantly barking dog, you realize the value of a truly soundproof window. Most good quality windows will block out a great deal of noise from outside your home, but sometimes even the […]
New Cabinets or Cabinet Refacing? Let’s Run the Numbers
Choosing new kitchen cabinets for your home is the priciest part of the typical kitchen remodel. If you’re on a tight budget, it can be tough to figure out where to cut corners. You don’t want to go with appliances that simply don’t suit your needs or flooring that will be worn and old-looking within […]
Busting the Myths about Fiber Cement Siding
Fiber cement siding has labored under a bad reputation for many decades, and sometimes with good reason. But today’s newer technology has made fiber cement siding one of the safest and most reliable options for exterior cladding on the market today. Here’s why it could be the best choice for your home. Myth: Fiber cement […]
Busy Homeowners Can Remodel With Vinyl Siding
There are numerous manufacturers vying for your attention when it comes time to remodel the exterior of your home. Though there are many products out there that would look gorgeous on your house, keep in mind what happens after the contractor is paid and that new exterior is all yours. For some types of exterior […]
