For the overwhelming majority of people, purchasing a home will be the largest investment they will ever make. As such, it is essential that homeowners work diligently to maintain, and even improve upon their significant investment. One of the best ways to secure the long-term viability of your investment is by making home improvements. The… Read more »
Homeowners in Western New York must prepare their home for our four unique seasons, and more specifically, must make certain their home will be warm enough for our famous or perhaps infamous winters. A goal local homeowners strive for is finding ways keep their home warm in the winter, but cool in the summer. So… Read more »
With so many technological advances during the last 20 years, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest trends and innovative new products. An example of this can be found in a product that many of us use and depend on each and every day: light bulbs. Historically, the only thing you had… Read more »
Few things are more unsightly on your property than archaic, out-of-date windows that have clearly seen better days. What’s more, old windows are not only unappealing; they also could have an adverse effect on your home’s energy system. Fortunately, replacing old windows with new windows is a favorable and feasible home improvement project that homeowners… Read more »
For many people, purchasing a home will be the largest financial investment they make in their lives. As such, it is crucial that homeowners periodically re-invest in their property through different home improvement projects. The projects will add value to your home, and will stabilize the outlook of your long-term asset. However, the best part… Read more »
HOME ADDITIONS – PORCHES, 2ND FLOORS, INTERIOR DESIGN FEATURES When you’re first scouting a new home, your primary concerns are most likely the same as everyone else’s. You want to know if the home is structurally sound, if there are any repairs that need done immediately, and how the layout of the rooms fits your… Read more »
Summertime is a great time to get outdoor projects done, when you’re not shoveling snow, and it’s not 20 degrees outside. What are some of the outdoor summer jobs worth getting done around the house? First, consider cleaning out the gutters. Lots of leaves, pollen, and other junk accumulates in gutters, and if they’re not… Read more »
Question: In the past you’ve written about special outlets for the garage. What should I install? I’m selling my house to my son and I want everything to be safe. Answer: Your question is timely because I recently had an angry seller call me insisting that I replace the outlet in his garage because, as… Read more »
Decorative Concrete Options and Installation The use of concrete has come a long way in providing a functional solution for exterior surfaces as well as boosting aesthetic appeal. Most popular on driveways, porches, patio, steps or pool decks, concrete is easy to maintain and looks amazing. Here are some unique options for using concrete on… Read more »
Porch Construction and Care One of the best added features of the exterior of a home is a porch. A porch adds a cozy element as well as architectural beauty. With new technology, you can get creative with where and how your porch is going to look if you plan on having one built. Wrap… Read more »