Tips & Advice

Whether you are trying to increase the value of your home or simply want a nicer place to live, curb appeal matters. But not everyone has an unlimited renovation budget, despite how reality shows [...]

Not many people enjoy being trapped inside during the cold winter months. This is especially true in the Midwest, where the winter can seem like it lasts forever. The good thing about being [...]

Snow and ice accumulation can be a large problem for midwestern homeowners, especially those who live in areas where very low temperatures add ice into the mix. Ice dams are formed when the snow [...]

Now that the holidays, the best part of winter, are over, it time for the full effects of winter to set it. That includes frost, which can build up on your roof and, more dangerously, in your [...]

It’s easy for homeowners to become wrapped up in and excited about the “big three” exterior home renovations: Roofing replacement Siding replacement Window replacement The excitement is [...]

Exterior home maintenance is a year-round job, but it’s essential to protect your home from damage. If you want to get the best life out of your roofing and siding, follow these seasonal tips: [...]

It’s June. It’s hot. Your utility bills are likely going up, and your roof may bear some of the blame. While the temperature inside of your home, especially during the hottest and coldest months [...]

As we head towards the warmer months of the year, it’s time to start thinking about getting outside and working on your landscaping. One of the best parts of owning a home is having a wonderful [...]

There’s a long-running debate about whether homeowners looking to sell in the near future should spend money on new renovations, particularly on the outside of their home. While it’s true that [...]

Most people take an “out of sight, out of mind” approach to their attic insulation. We all know we have it and we may use our attic as a storage space but we aren’t likely to take notice of the [...]