Winter around here is brutal on exterior walls. Honestly, brutal. You get those stretches where it’s 35 during the day and 22 at night. Snow […]
High Energy Bills in Suffolk VA? Here’s Why Your Insulation Might Be the Problem
Suffolk covers more square miles than any other city in Virginia. A lot of that is suburban and rural, which means homes spread out without […]
Is Your Home Ready for Summer? Here’s What to Check Before It Gets Hot
Most homeowners don’t think about their air conditioner until it stops working on the hottest day of the year. By then, it’s too late to […]
Roof Problems That Texas Homeowners Actually Deal With
You don’t have to wait for a ceiling to cave in. That’s actually the worst version of how roof problems tend to unfold. What usually […]
What Happens During a Full Roof Installation? A Step-by-Step Breakdown
I get this question probably once a week. Somebody in Little Egg Harbor or Toms River calls up and says, “So what actually happens when […]
Why Exterior Paint Fails Faster Near the Coast and What Homeowners Can Do About It
Living near the ocean comes with undeniable perks, but it also introduces a relentless set of challenges for home exteriors. Salt-laden air, intense UV exposure, […]
How Often Should You Service Your HVAC System in New Jersey?
If you’re like most homeowners, you probably don’t think much about your HVAC system—until something goes wrong. And in New Jersey, where we deal with […]
How to Take Care of an Oriental Rug (Without Being Paranoid About It)
Most people treat their Oriental rugs like they’re made of glass. They’re afraid to walk on them, terrified of spills, convinced that one wrong move […]
How Does Water Get into Stucco Walls?
Water incursion through stucco may be a hazardous problem. While stucco siding is a stylish alternative for house exterior, many difficulties may cause water to […]
What is Water Hammer
It’s not unusual to hear the metal pipes in your home’s plumbing make loud banging noises whenever an appliance draws water or a faucet is […]