As a homeowner, when was the last time you wished you had more decisions to make? When was the last time you craved a longer list of things to do? Chances are, your “to do” list has been steadily growing since the day you closed on the house. That’s just the nature of owning a…
The arrival of spring has made it much easier to be in a good mood. During the late winter in a cold-winter state, it often seems as if the end of winter will solve all of our problems. Then springtime comes, and allergies kick in. You start to realize all the things you have to…
“Dusting off the cobwebs” is a common expression, and it’s even more relevant when spring rolls around. The snow and cold temperatures may have kept you inside these past several months, but it’s a different story now. The birds are calling, the warm breezes are blowing, and the flowers are starting to bloom. Whether or…
Like it or not, siding is an extremely important aspect of your home. Aside from your roof, it’s the single most critical element of protection against the elements. Siding is basically the outer “skin” or armor of your home, protecting it against the elements (sun, wind, rain, ice, humidity, and so forth). There’s also an…
When you think of the most exciting home renovation you could undertake, what comes to mind? Everybody will have a different answer, but there are a lot of common ones. Kitchens and bathrooms are often at the top of the list, since these rooms are among the most commonly used in the home. Converting to…
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…
One of the joys of springtime is tackling all those projects you’ve been unable to do all winter – starting with good old-fashioned spring cleaning. Normally, you might not be so excited about picking up the yard, purging the basement and attic, and cleaning those clogged gutters. But this time of year, any excuse to…
When spring finally arrives after a long winter, there’s no better feeling in the world. Here in New Jersey, for example, everyone is celebrating the arrival of warmer weather. The natural world is full of beauty and promise again. It’s time to put away those heavy winter clothes and get ready for the light, active,…
New siding may not be the most exciting home renovation project on your radar, but it’s one of those things you just have to do when the time comes. Siding is a vital component of the home’s construction, and aside from the roof, it’s your home’s first defense against the elements. There are also cases…
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…