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Protect the Beautiful Wood Detailing Throughout Your Home
Posted on December 26, 2024

Wood Detailing: The Hallmark of a Home Wood detailing, a hallmark of home charm, can lose its beauty over time without proper care and protection. This is especially true in the unique climate of the Eastern United States, where humid conditions and foundation issues can accelerate the deterioration process. Protect the Beautiful Wood Detailing Throughout

5 Frequent Home Improvement And Decor Mistakes To Avoid
Posted on November 28, 2024

Home Improvement As 2024 draws close, many people are considering their long-postponed home improvement and decor projects. Some planned to change the color of their walls, some homeowners wanted to remodel the whole kitchen or their kitchen furniture, while others are planning minor adjustments to their decor. Therefore, regardless of the improvement, keep the weather

Your Home’s Vulnerability During an Electrical Storm
Posted on August 30, 2024

Your Home’s Vulnerability During an Electrical Storm Electrical storms, often known as thunderstorms, are natural phenomena that pose severe threats to both housing and human safety. Storms are magnificent to behold from afar however, they can have disastrous repercussions if they hit near home. very year in the United States, hundreds of homes are damaged

Better Options for Your Crawlspace That Don’t Include Fiberglass
Posted on April 26, 2024

Fiberglass insulation has been a standard in home construction for decades and is known for its affordability and effectiveness. However, when it comes to crawlspaces, there may be better options than fiberglass. Issues such as moisture absorption, mold growth, and difficulty in maintenance have led homeowners to seek better alternatives for insulating their crawlspaces. Why

Home Foundation Safeguards
Posted on February 28, 2024

Adding On To Your Home Expanding your home can be exciting, providing extra space and functionality to accommodate your evolving needs. Protecting your home’s foundation is crucial throughout construction, whether adding a new room, extending your kitchen, or building an additional floor. Your foundation is the bedrock of your house, and any damage can lead

Think Twice Before Committing to an MPCs
Posted on January 31, 2024

MPCs – Master-Planned Communities When choosing a place to call home, many consider master-planned communities (MPCs) due to their promise of manicured green spaces, shared amenities, and a vision of effortless suburban living. However, there are important reasons why homeowners should think twice before committing to an MPC. Lack of Personalization Master-planned communities often enforce

Why Consider an Older, More Established Home?
Posted on January 20, 2024

When you want to purchase a new home, you may be drawn to new construction sites promising the most recent, most beautiful home for a reasonable price. Before you buy a potential “cookie-cutter” home, consider older, more established homes.  Why Older Homes? Older homes do not have to be historically registered. These homes can be

How to Renovate a Historic Home Without Destroying It
Posted on November 30, 2023

Historic homes have a unique appeal that many modern houses lack. They offer a glimpse into the past, a connection to the history of a place, and a sense of character and craftsmanship. However, owning and renovating a historic home can also be challenging, especially if you want to preserve its original features while making

How to Install Stone Tiles on an Existing Chimney
Posted on November 26, 2023

You can install stone tiles to give your old chimney a new look. Stone tiles are thin pieces of natural or manufactured stone that can create a beautiful and durable surface. Here are the steps to install stone tiles on an existing chimney: Prepare the Chimney It would help if you cleaned the chimney of

Asbestos-What to Do if You Find It
Posted on October 31, 2023

If you own an older home, you may wonder if it contains asbestos, a mineral fiber used in the past for insulation, fire resistance, and heat protection. It can be harmful to your health if you breathe in its fibers, which can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. However, you don’t need to panic if