blog

Remodeling Projects You Didn't Realize Could Be Eco-Friendly

You’ve probably heard that weatherproofing your doors and windows can be an eco-friendly move because it helps save heating and cooling energy. You may have heard about the environmental benefits of remodeling with a cool roof or energy-efficient appliances, too. But some remodels require more subtlety when you want to go green. Here are a few types of remodels you may not realize could be eco-friendly. 1. Floor Upgrades If your floor is old and worn-out or if it’s simply made of linoleum or laminate, you may want to upgrade to a more permanent and elegant flooring solution.…

A Gardener's Dream: How To Design The Perfect Potting Shed

If you love to garden and have been dreaming of having your own potting shed, you are not alone. Often coveted in the world of gardening, a potting shed can make garden life easier whether you are starting seedlings or longing for a place to keep all your garden tools in one place. Plan your perfect design ideas and share them with your local general contractor, and in no time at all, you can have a great potting shed that is the envy of all your gardening friends.…

What Are the Different Types of Septic Systems?

Whether you have recently moved into a home with a septic system or you are still considering a new septic system for your home, you might wonder what the different options are. If you are still wondering what types of systems are available for installation or already in your current home, you may have some questions. These are the different types of septic systems you might consider or the types of systems you might already have.…

3 Common Residential Gutter Mistakes To Avoid

You probably don’t think about your home’s gutter system very often. After all, when your gutters are working as they should, it’s pretty easy to forget they even exist. Still, your home’s gutter system plays a very important role in keeping moisture away from your roof and the foundation of your home. Unfortunately, neglecting your gutters can lead to serious moisture problems down the road. By being aware of some common gutter mistakes homeowners make (and how to avoid them yourself), you can protect your home and save yourself from some headaches down the road.…

3 Ways To Make Your Home Comfortable With Remodeling Service

While spending time inside the house with your family, you may determine that it can start to feel quite warm when you are not using the air condition system. Although this is something that you should expect to happen during the hottest days of the year, you may want to enjoy living in a cool home that does not rely on the air conditioning when the temperature is only warm outside.…

How A Local Plumbing Company Can Help Your School

As a school superintendent or administrator, you have a lot on your mind at any given time. But while your mind will most often be thinking about the kids in your charge or the educational plans you have in place, you might also have to think about the maintenance and repair of your school buildings. Your school’s plumbing system is of particular importance. A school without a properly functioning plumbing system won’t have proper restrooms for the kids to take care of business, and your lunch ladies might end up without water while trying to make that day’s lunch special.…

Working On A Custom Home Building Project

If you are trying to make the most out of your new home purchase, it doesn’t get much better than building your own custom home. By taking the time to custom build a house, you can make it whatever you want it to be and will be able to add whatever details you’d like to it. It’s important to learn all that you can about building a custom home, and there are plenty of professionals that specialize in these homes.…

4 Top Factors To Think About When Replacing Your Siding

The siding on your home not only greatly impacts the curb appeal of your home, it also helps protect your home from the elements and helps keep your home well insulated. When you need to replace the siding on your home, you need to consider the efficiency of the new siding, the necessary maintenance to take care of the siding, the visual appeal of the siding, and your budget.   Siding Factor #1: Energy Efficiency When you replace the siding on your home, one of the top factors that you should consider is how energy efficient the siding is.…

Why Your Septic Tank Might Be Filling Up Slower Or Faster Than Expected

A septic tank usually needs to be pumped out every few years, but there are a number of things that can affect the timeline. It’s a good practice to set up a schedule with your local septic system service to have your tank pumped out so that your tank is maintained properly. If you don’t know how long it’s been since the tank has been pumped, or it’s filling faster or slower than expected, here are some things to consider.…

Your Pets And Your HVAC System

When you own pets, there are often a lot of steps you have to take around your home to pet-proof various areas of concern. Your heating and cooling system is one more important system in your house that needs a bit of extra protection and forethought when you own pets. Here are some of the things you are going to want to do or to make sure are already done.…