Painting projects can take a long time to finish, and you want to be sure the results of the project are to your liking. The success of your painting project hinges on the painting contractor you pick for the job. Unfortunately, not all contractors will provide the quality of work that you would hope to […]
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Pop quiz: where is your home’s electrical panel and what does it do? If you only have an answer to half of that, don’t feel bad. The electrical panel or board, also sometimes called a fuse box, a breaker box, a circuit breaker panel, or other names, controls the flow of electricity to various regions […]
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Are you thinking about repainting the inside of your house? If you are, then you’ll have to do a little bit of planning first. You want to think about the color of paint you want to use, when the painting project will get done, and how to protect the furniture in your house while painting […]
For the most part, having a budget is important overall. In fact, when it comes to home improvements like adding a fence — having a set budget in place is key. The reality is, having the finances in place when embarking on any type of exterior home installation — like a fence — involves some planning and […]
Of all the different fences you could install around your property, chain-link fencing tends to be one of the more sturdy options. Even so, however, you still have to maintain your fence if you expect it to last over the years. If you aren’t experienced with fence maintenance, here are tips to help your chain-link […]
When people think about getting painting projects done, it can be a tempting idea to try and take on the project yourself. After all, you can get the materials you need at a home improvement store, and it doesn’t seem like it would be too much of a challenge. So what makes hiring a painting […]
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Temperatures and humidity go on the rise during the summer, and this affects many aspects of your home. One such area that gets impacted is your fence, and it doesn’t matter what material you use for your fence because you will have to prepare for the summer weather all the same. If you don’t partake […]
If you have a wooden fence, chances are good that you also have a wooden gate. In some cases, however, people opt to forego wood, because they have the misguided notion that it is a weaker or less effective material. While it is true that wood is weaker than most metals, that doesn’t mean that […]
For many people, composite is the ultimate decking material because of its many incredible benefits. Even though it is typically more expensive than wood, composite decking tend to last longer, with little need of maintenance. It is also incredibly durable, standing up to the harsh effects of weather and time, year after year. For the […]
Like most homeowners in the mid-atlantic, the summer months can be quite brutal — and come a lot quicker than expected. In fact, after spending most of the spring season inside with lower than normal temperatures, it’s finally time to enjoy the outdoors — especially if you have a home that has an outdoor living […]
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As the summer approaches, there are some key steps everyone can make towards ensuring their deck can withstand the summer gatherings and parties that are sure to come. In fact, the summer is the perfect opportunity to actually take advantage of having a deck in the first place. The reality is, decks are usually a […]
Spring is still in full swing, and that means spending more time outdoors and enjoying the beautiful weather that spring provides. One way you might enjoy spring weather is by relaxing on your deck at home. These decks can last quite a long time with proper care, and the care you need to provide for […]
