Once cold weather hits, you may start noticing large icicles forming on the eaves of your roof. If so, you’re likely dealing with an issue that can cause your home a lot of costly problems—ice dams. These solid, heavy blocks of ice can be rough on roofing, siding, gutters, and even sidewalks and people (if…
Damage Ice Dams Cause Exteriors & How to Deal with Them
7 Reasons to Invest in New Commercial Storefront Windows
When you own or manage a commercial property, it’s essential to keep your customer-facing, first-floor “storefront” windows in excellent working order. Whether you own an actual store or a commercial office with a reception or lobby entryway, those large windows are the first thing clients and visitors see. Beautiful, clear windows offer a warm welcome…
HardieShingle – The Top Alternative to Cedar Shake for Cape Cod Homes
As an owner of an older Chicago home, you may be contending with some exterior challenges, such as siding deterioration, particularly if your home has cedar shake siding. While it might look pretty, cedar shake siding – also known as shingle siding – has many drawbacks. Not only is it flammable, but it requires regular…
10 Welcoming Holiday Updates to Freshen Your Front Door
Holiday season is here—and that means festive gatherings, gift-giving, visiting guests and family pop-overs are in full swing. So, decking out your front entrance to create a warm holiday welcome is a must. You’ll love the way your property looks, and you’ll get a noticeable boost to your curb appeal that impresses everyone. By the…
8 Brilliant Ways to Winterize Your Deck This Year
Chicago area snow and ice storms can really pack a wallop on your home’s outdoor living spaces. And before you know it, your gorgeous porch or deck can lose its luster and begin performing poorly—lowering your enjoyment and dampening your home’s value in the process. The best way to avoid these issues is to properly…
Elegant James Hardie Siding Preserves Your Victorian Home’s Charm
Chicago’s lovely historical homes are a superb regional treasure, and many homeowners naturally are drawn to investing in these gorgeous properties. They come with elegant looks, unique architectural style, and timeless appeal that is hard to beat. Yet these intricate homes require demanding exterior maintenance—especially when exposed to Chicago’s harsh weather. And their historic status…
9 Compelling Reasons to Replace Your Home’s Builder-Grade Windows
Having issues with your home’s windows? If your property was constructed recently, the problem may be due to a little-known issue among homeowners—inferior “builder-grade” windows. These features may look good at first glance, especially to the average home buyer. But they don’t give you the performance you deserve. As a result, your home can be…
How to Spot and Address a Damaged Commercial Roof
With Chicago’s constant changes in weather, sudden storms, and exposure to the elements, the roof of your commercial or multifamily building can really take a beating. Leaks can be costly to repair, create a loss of rental income, and put your property at risk of all sorts of problems. So, it’s essential to have professionals…
What to Know about Replacement Window Energy Efficiency Ratings
If you’re considering new windows for your home, you may have noticed that there are a lot of terms and features related to energy efficiency. And they’re not always easy to understand without a guide. Yet it pays to understand these terms and ratings, because they help you evaluate different windows with ease. Navigate these…
Get Timeless Design Appeal with Eye-Catching Black Windows
Windows are the eyes of a home—providing invigorating natural light, strong protection against storms and pests, and dramatic curb appeal. So, when your current windows are looking drab, performing poorly, or making it costly to keep your home comfortable, it’s time for a professional window replacement. You can get the benefit of new windows in…
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