Replacing your home’s windows is not a small investment. It’s best to consider the following when deciding which window type, installation, and company you will choose to outfit the job. Properly installed, quality energy-efficient windows can save you between 25-50% on your energy bill. Make the right decision. If you want to calculate just how …
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March 20th marks the beginning of Spring and for many homeowners, the beginning of your Spring cleaning routine. Here are 5 must-dos to maintain your home, avoid costly repairs, and save you a few headaches this coming Summer. Inspect Your Roof Exposure to heat can also damage your roof, but it’s extremely important to walk …
Considering recent events, it’s important to develop an emergency preparedness plan for your family and review it regularly. Many families are not prepared in major disasters and find themselves apart from their close family members, without any food, tools, or resources. In the event of a major natural disaster, having acted on these suggestions could …
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Insulation is the solution for air escaping in or out of your home. Hot air in summer months seaping into your home and warm air you’re paying for in winter months escaping out of your home are both costly problems to have. 10% or more of your energy bill can be recovered by sealing all …
Outdoor Grade Lights and Decorations At your local home improvement store, you’ll find a wide variety of outdoor grade lights and decorations to choose from. There are traditional string lights, lit-up figures, net lights to surround your trees and shrubs, and large ornaments to hang from trees. When looking for décor appropriate from outdoor use, …
Easter egg hunts are very typical, and affordable activities for the Easter holiday, but Easter baskets are more exciting and personalized. If you are bringing the kids to a community or church Easter egg hunt, consider making them their own basket. Some people even make a hunt out of the finding of the baskets. Each …
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There are a few very important details to consider when adding additions to your roof to add interest to the design. Roof extensions, shed roofs, gable roofs, and dormers are all types of architecture that add interest to the home, but they aren’t create equal in cost and effectiveness. Cost/Effectiveness Adding additional roof peaks and …
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The foundation of your home is everything. It’s the base of your entire home. Repairs can cost as little as 500.00, go as high as 10,000.00, and average 4,000.00. Don’t find yourself in a money pit situation by knowing what to look for, and how to maintain your foundation with these 3 considerations. Consider Exposing …
Are you hearing sounds coming from your walls or roof? Most of the time, the cause will be nothing too serious and can be easily remedied on your own. Here are common sounds that you might be hearing above you, in your roof or attic. Popping Hearing your roof “pop” or “crack” is common and …
It’s recommended that you inspect your roof monthly and after storms to look for damage before it escalates into a costlier repair. While you inspect the roof from every angle, you should also look at the entire exterior of the home including under porches and around gutters. These are common nesting places for stray cats, …
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