With the holidays fast approaching, homeowners everywhere are scrambling to get their decorations up to make their home ready for the joyous occasion. Of course, preparing a home for the holidays is never complete without lights.
4 Ways Your Roofing System Can Hurt Your Home’s Curb Appeal
The roof is an important part of any home. Not only is it a vital line of defense against the elements, but also because it plays a major role in your home’s curb appeal. What some homeowners don’t know, however, is that while a roof can enhance your curb appeal, it can hurt it as […]
Asphalt Shingle Nailing Part 2: Nailing Best Practices
In part one of this two-part blog series, we discussed improper asphalt shingle nailing. We explained how improper nailing can cause premature roof failure. In today’s article, we will discuss asphalt shingle nailing best practices instead. The Right Kind of Roofing Nails There are many different kinds of roofing nails, made of different materials and […]
Asphalt Shingle Nailing Part 1: Improperly Nailed Shingles
The roofing contractor you choose for your roof replacement project has a major effect on your new roof’s performance, durability and longevity. If the person makes mistakes during your roof installation, then your new roof will probably fail earlier than you expected. One of the most common mistakes performed by inexperienced roofers is improper shingle […]
Popular Home Design Trends by Decade
America’s idea of what constitutes a classic home has certainly changed over the years. Things that were considered a classic in the 1910s look a lot different than the things we consider a classic today. Learning about these different historical trends will help you plan for your home improvement projects.
