A big part of being a homeowner is learning how to manage the risks, and learning how to minimize the long-term costs of maintaining a home. This is a process – it’s something that only experience can teach. On the other hand, using the experience of other homeowners is a valuable tool. The more information…
Have you ever tried to install or repair your own roof? Many homeowners with a knack for home improvement projects would answer ‘yes’, whether the aim was to save money or learn a new skill. Roofing is, however, a highly-specialized trade. In many cases, these DIY roofing projects don’t go as planned. That’s not to…
If you own a home, you probably remember how exciting it was to sign the papers and hold the keys in your hand. For the first time, you had your very own home – a place in which you could live, invest, and grow for years to come. It’s a great feeling, but it also…
Roof repair and maintenance is a crucial aspect of owning a home; but it can also be one of the most dangerous areas to perform maintenance tasks. If you’re considering doing your own roofing work, here are 7 critical tips to stay safe. By no means is this is a complete list, but it demonstrates…
Do you still get the yellow pages delivered to your home? Probably not. There are still copies floating around out there, but as time goes by, electronic directories become more and more practical. Cyberspace is a great place to look for goods and services because it is constantly changing and reflecting the latest trends, reviews,…
There are a lot of great things that come with the arrival of spring – and basically all of them have to do with warmer weather. Here in New Jersey (and in many other states across the U.S.), winters can be long and brutal. The relief and excitement people feel when the season finally begins…
The arrival of spring is one of the very best things about living in New Jersey, or another area with four distinct seasons. After a long and chilly winter, often with record-setting blizzards, the snow finally begins to melt and the warm air begins to flow in once again. People fling open their windows, grab…
Have you up looked at your roof lately? Unless it’s been leaking, or there’s been some other noticeable problem with it, the answer is probably no. The roofs on our houses are supposed to function year after year without much though or intervention from us. It may be necessary to call a roof repair specialist…
“Time is of the essence” is a popular saying that applies to say many aspects of life – including the various renovation and remodeling projects we undertake as homeowners. When your home is undergoing a period of restoration or repair, parts of the building (or even the entire home) are unavailable for use. This is…
Have you ever dealt with a service provider who came to your home, performed some type of repair or service, and made a total mess of things? Maybe they were curt and unfriendly from the start, and then failed to solve the problem you’d called them in to solve. Maybe they cut corners, and you…