Has your home's roof seen better days? Perhaps you've begun to experience problems, such as roof leaks or drafts. If so, and if your traditional roof is more than 10 years old, then it may be time for a complete roof replacement. Of course, when it comes to replacing your roof, you don't necessarily have to choose the same roofing type; you have options! Take some time to assess the potential pros and cons of each option to determine the option that's right for your needs.
16 December 2017
If one of your children hit their baseball just a bit too hard and broke the glass in one of your home's windows, then you will be pleased to learn you can easily replace the glass pane yourself. While you will need to call a professional glass contractor if the window is very large, most smaller windows can be replaced with a custom-cut pane of glass you can purchase at your local hardware or home improvement store.
15 November 2017
Replacing your windows might be a huge investment, but it also has a major impact on the value of your property. Because it offers such a great return on your investment, the replacement is actually considered to be quite cost effective. Of course, not all windows are going to be cost as cost effective as others. This article looks at various types of windows, and explain which are best for homeowners who are just trying to add some value to their home before selling it.
23 October 2017
Some homes excel with natural light by having floor-to-ceiling windows paired with windows scattered all throughout the property. Other homeowners must rely on artificial lighting to handle most tasks in their home even in the middle of the day due to lacking features. Your home may just meet the minimal window requirements and have a decent amount of natural shade. To fix this problem, you should install new windows in some of the most impactful places.
3 October 2017
With a deck that provides you with a great view, be it of your backyard or of the area you live on, you want to be able to take in as much of the view as possible. Glass railings are a great way to ensure that you are able to enjoy the scenic view that your backyard provides you with. However, getting to maximize your view is not the only advantage of installing glass railings on your scenic deck.
10 September 2017
Upgrading the windows in your home to new ones is a sure way to both give your home a facelift and to save energy. When choosing windows, you want to make sure you pick the right ones since you will be living with the investment for many years. The following are a few key mistakes to avoid: #1: Ignoring basic maintenance It's easy to pick the same type of window frames as you had before, simply because that is all you know.
30 August 2017
Whether window tinting your car or your home, you are going to want to consider some additives to the film that can provide additional benefits aside from blocking out the harsh rays of the sun. One additive to include is anti-graffiti film. This is especially worth considering if you live in a high-crime area where graffiti is more commonly seen. Here are four specific reasons it is going to provide further protection:
17 August 2017
Vinyl siding is durable, easy to clean, and pretty much impenetrable by the elements. But one of its less-discussed advantages is that it comes in so many different varieties. Choose the right one, and you can add unbelievable charm to your home -- which you may as well do if you're already having siding installed! Here are four ways to maximize the charm that vinyl siding brings to your space.
8 August 2017
As spring turns into summer, you may be mentally preparing to use your backyard pool for several months. Summer is the perfect time to spend hours outside relaxing by the pool or swimming around. But, the pool area may not be ready for family and friends to spend time there when summer finally comes. It is worth hiring a pool company to get the pool itself ready, but you will also benefit from hiring a pressure washing company to clean off the entire deck as well as other features of the backyard.
27 July 2017
If your home needs new windows, and you live in the Southern United States where it tends to be hot most of the year and where you also tend to get some serious storms, there are some specific features you are going to want to look for in new windows for your home. #1 Impact Resistant The first feature that you want to look for is impact-resistant windows. Impact-resistant windows are a large investment; however, they are worth it if you live somewhere that frequently gets storms that come with high wind speeds.
19 July 2017
