Get Familiar with the Trendy, Exterior Siding Replacement Style of Board and Batten Cookie-cutter— this term should be far from the way people describe your home. But you know you’ve heard people say it. “Look at all those cookie-cutter houses.” Homes are personal to the people who live in them. They should reflect your style…
Category: exterior remodeling
Benefits of Adding a Deck or Porch to Your Home
Why Your Home Needs a Deck and Porch Being able to enjoy the exterior of your home as much as the interior comes down to one major thing— having the area to enjoy it. While you may love the look of your home’s exterior, you’ll be unable to truly experience your exterior without the proper…
What Is Fiber Cement Siding?
Take a moment to think about what features the dream siding material for your home would have. If a siding that looks beautiful and lasts for years while not requiring heavy amounts of maintenance is what came to mind, then it may seem like your dream siding is out of reach— that is, unless you…
What Are the 3 Main James Hardie Siding Styles?
New siding is perhaps the best way to update your exterior for both its protection and beauty. No form of siding is better at these tasks than James Hardie® fiber cement. With its strength and innovation, James Hardie lasts for years, retaining its beauty along the way. And to add to its appeal, the product…
Can Updating My Home’s Windows Benefit My Home and Life?
Have you ever been complimented on how dark your home is? Probably not. Homes are meant to feel bright and inviting, and a lack of light simply makes a home feel unwelcoming and often depressing. It’s important to fill your home with lots of lighting. When we talk about lighting in a home, there are…
Benefits of James Hardie ColorPlus Technology
The color selection you make for your home speaks to your personality and style. It’s what brings your home’s exterior to life. And while choosing the color of your siding is important to the style of your home, the type of paint or product applied to your siding is vital to the longevity of the…
6 Signs That Your Home Needs a Siding Replacement
The two most prominent elements of your home’s exterior are the siding and roof. Without either of these items, your home would be susceptible to many forms of damage and would certainly be far less comfortable. Let’s take some time to focus on your siding. Siding plays an important role in the protection, efficiency, and…
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
One of the most satisfying feelings in the world is checking items off a to-do list. And this can be even more exciting when doing so is benefiting your home. The coming of spring brings the need for home maintenance to prepare for the warmer months and to assess your home for any winter damage….
Five Reasons to Remove Wood and Masonite Siding
With all of the ice, snow, and rain this winter it’s important to inspect your siding for any damage. Wood siding is a naturally porous material, which means it can absorb large amounts of moisture over time and ultimately not protect your home. Updating worn, cracked wood or Masonite siding can increase the value of…
7 Signs That Your Windows Need to be Replaced
To replace or not to replace? That is the question — especially when it comes to a big-ticket item like windows. A full-home window replacement can be a costly venture, but often, it is necessary and worth the investment. But before you make such a large investment, you might be asking yourself: Do I really...
