1. Enhance the Landscaping One of the more popular summer home remodeling projects that only take a weekend to complete is adding and sprucing curb appeal. There is no question that lawn beautification goes a long way for adding value to your home and for increasing your home’s visual appeal. Simply because landscaping is the…
Home Remodeling Ideas: 8 Summer Projects to Get Done
The Importance of Window Maintenance and Replacement for Fire Safety
Thinking about a fire to your home or your business is often an idea most individuals do not want to think about. However, being prepared for these events is crucial when considering your safety and everyone else’s who is involved. When it comes to window safety in the event of a fire, there are two…
How to Prepare for a Home Remodeling Project
Remodeling any part of your home can be a daunting, and extravagant task. However, choosing to remodel your home boosts your home value and catches the eyes of any potential buyer. Even though your physical labor will be minimal, a different kind of work is involved: preparing yourself, preparing your home, and finding the right…
A Large Concern for the Roof Deck
A study on the impact of spray-foam insulation. A study was completed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and the University of Florida’s Engineering School for Sustainability Infrastructure and Environment to determine the “Impact of Spray-Foam Insulation on Durability of Plywood and OSB Roof Decks.” They included spray foam that was applied…
3-Tab Shingles vs. Architectural Shingles
As your home is one of your biggest investments, you want to protect and preserve its value. When it comes to protecting your home from the elements, your roof is the first line of defense. So, if you are building a new house or replacing your roof on your current home, you should select…
Reduce Roof Maintenance
A roof is a very important, and expensive, part of your home. It not only protects the household, but everything under and in it. Maintaining your roof is the best way to ensure this defense. Atlas Roofing’s StormMaster® Slate and StormMaster Shake shingles have high performance and durability features that can help your roof battle the…
Game On! Tips for Your Next Football Party
It is football season, and you know what that means: football parties! Football parties are a great way to bring friends and family together to cheer on your favorite teams. Here are some touchdown tips for your next get together. Dish Up Delicious Bites A football party is not just a football party without a…
Minimize and Prevent Mold Growth on Your Deck
Mold can occur on wood decking and uncapped composite decking. Learn how and why this can happen, what to do to remove it, and the steps you can take to prevent mold from returning. If environmental conditions are right, mold can grow almost anywhere – on wood, vinyl, sheetrock and even decking. Since it…
How to Create Curb Appeal – Landscaping Tips
Spring is the perfect time to redesign your home’s scenery for summer. Trimming, planting and a whole lot of sweating can go into landscaping but will have a large payoff. Here are a few helpful tips to lead you from ordinary yard to eye-catching curb appeal. The Perfect Height One important tip to having a…
Why Should I Clean My Gutters?
Gutters are designed to be one of the first lines of defense for your home. They control the flow of water around the home and protect it saving you from thousands in repairs and premature decay of your home. If gutters are left clogged or malfunctioning, water can overflow and collect around the foundation of...
