Is Wood or Composite the Best Material for Your Deck?
If you’re thinking about adding or replacing a deck, you’ll need to decide which type of material is right for your home. Two of the most common materials are wood and composite decking. For most decks, the frame or structure will be constructed of pressure-treated wood. The decking surface and railings are what’s made of […]
How to Choose the Best Type of Siding for Your Home
The exterior of your home protects the people inside it from the effects of severe weather and adds an important aesthetic appeal. Like most parts of your home, the siding becomes worn over time and requires replacement. Although you incur an expense to replace your siding, it also gives you the opportunity to try something […]
How to Set a Budget for Your New Deck
When people decide to build a new deck, one of their first considerations is how much it will cost. Information published on the website HomeGuide.com in July 2021 indicates that homeowners spend an average of $2,200 to construct and install a deck that measures 10’ x 10’. The cost jumps to $6,160 for a 14’ […]
What Type of Roofing Material is Best for Your Roof?
The decision to replace your roof is an easy one when a storm damages it. Other times the need for a new roof is not as obvious, and you need to look for clues such as sagging, discoloration, constant leaking, signs of rotting, torn shingles, or missing shingles. Once you have decided to go ahead […]
9 Tips to Prepare Your Deck or Patio for Outdoor Entertaining
Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer and is the perfect occasion to host a backyard picnic. Before you send out invites and fire up the grill, we recommend nine tips that help you prepare your deck or patio for outdoor entertaining. 1. Verify Stability and Safety Inspect every part of your deck or patio, including […]
4 Ways to Create a Welcoming Entryway
When guests arrive at your home, you want them to feel comfortable. That starts with a welcoming entryway. Not only does an inviting entry immediately put visitors at ease, but it improves your home’s curb appeal. So when you’re considering your next home improvement project, think about updating your front door or front porch. Here are four […]
Is It Time to Replace Your Deck?
You probably don’t use your deck much during the cold, winter months. But when the weather warms up, your deck will become the place for grilling, entertaining, lounging, and more. Before you make any big plans, make sure your deck is in good shape. Wooden decks typically last anywhere from 15 to 40 years, depending […]
Build an Outdoor Living Space
It’s been a mild winter so far, but we’re ready to see green grass and help you build an outdoor living space. Spring can’t come soon enough and we want you to enjoy every last moment of the warm weather. That means extending your outdoors time with an outdoor living space. What’s the best choice […]
Five Ways to Protect Your Home This Winter
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Clean Snow from Roof Roofs are the first line of defense in protecting your home from the winter elements. In the event of heavy snowfall, you should rake snow from your roof to prevent snow accumulation from structurally damaging your home or from ice damns building up causing […]
Get Your Home Winter Ready
[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] It’s the middle of summer and nobody wants to think about going back to school, leaves changing colors, days getting shorter, and least of all, snow. But for homeowners, now is the perfect time to start planning ahead for New England fall and winter. The team of experts […]