Having gutters on your home can do a lot for appearance, as well as benefits like protecting the foundation or adding water collection. There are also problems that can come from gutters, such as leaks at the seam and ice dams on the roof. Seamless gutters and a few improvements can help prevent these problems….
Everyone loves a home flooded with natural light, but no one likes that light to be in the way. Whether you’re planning on having a lazy day on the couch, or it’s just too bright in the room to watch TV, your answer might be a solar screen. But why not just lower the blinds…
Having a porch is one of the best ways to take full advantage of the beautiful summer weather. To make the most of your porch, make sure to install a patio roll away a shade. Here are five benefits of doing so. Convenience Having a roll away shade is the ultimate in porch convenience. Depending…
Now that you have the plantation shutters of your dreams, it is time to learn how to take care of them properly. Here are a few tips you will want to keep in mind that will keep them looking their best for years to come. Cleaning Frequency Start by keeping as much dust off…
In these warm summer months, an open window and a nice breeze sound like a little taste of paradise. Hundreds of insects flying inside your home, however, doesn’t sound quite as lovely. Fresh air comes at a price when insects and potentially some other (larger) pests seek shelter within your clean, welcoming, home. Open windows…
Energy costs during the summer months sky-rocket as using the AC in your home becomes essential to survival. Surviving the hottest days of summer can also be done with good building designs and passive energy solutions, such as using solar screens and other improvements that keep the heat out and the cool air in. Here…
Installing screens on your windows are essential for keeping bugs, birds, insects, leaves, dust, and debris out of your home, while at the same time maintaining sunlight and a good airflow. However, no screen lasts forever. Here are a few signs that it’s time to replace your window screens. It’s Old and Brittle Over time, screens…
Gutters for routing rainwater from the roof to where we want it are nothing new, but for years these gutters consisted of pieces of formed metal that contractors brought to the home and pieced together. New machinery now allows the contractor to bring coils of metal to the home and install on site. Each section of your…
The biggest accent to your home decor is your windows. They let light in and allow you a view of what is outside, and they deserve the best in beautiful window treatments. A good window treatment not only controls privacy and light but also adds to the loveliness of the room. Plantation Shutters One of…
Everyone loves spending time on the patio. Spending time with friends and family makes for a great time. People have just love sitting on the patio. Whether it is for a morning meal or just sitting back and having a relaxing glass of tea or lemonade. The issue is always the heat and light from the…