Have you recently installed beautiful new roofing that you want to properly maintain? Or is your home relatively new, and you want to make sure to maximize the life of your roof? That’s a great goal, because your roof is designed to last for many years if you take good care of it. There are…
Spring & Summer Care Tips to Keep Your Roof in Top Shape
How Long Do Different Types of Decking Material Last?
A beautiful deck can add years, even decades, of delightful outdoor living and entertainment for your family and guests. That’s why, when you’re ready to invest in a brand-new deck, it’s worth being sure you choose the material that suits you best. Natural wood is beautiful and traditional, but it won’t last as long as…
How James Hardie Siding Makes Your Ranch Home Look Its Best
Is your house a Ranch style? If so, you’re not alone. For decades, the Ranch was a highly popular architectural design, with a single level that spread out to offer everything a homeowner could want with easy access. With an open floor plan, attached garage, gabled roof, low roofline, and large windows, Ranches are bright,…
9 Valuable Reasons to Get a Storm Door for Your Home
Have you ever felt a draftiness inside during the winter near your front door? A house’s entryway can be a vulnerable point, allowing winter’s chill to seep inside, unless you have a reliable storm door. Not only can you avoid the chill of winter inside your door by investing in a quality storm door, there…
Bungalow Home? Here’s How to Pick the Right Windows & Doors
Bungalow-style houses are common in the Chicago area, but they have a distinctive look and feel that you’ll want to match when you invest in new doors and replacement windows. The wrong upgrades, and your cozy home might lose its distinctive charm and historic feel. So, it’s important to choose your materials, colors, and styles…
Damage Ice Dams Cause Exteriors & How to Deal with Them
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…
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…
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