There is really no scenario in which you should ignore issues with your home’s foundation. The foundation is what your house is built on, meaning any issues left unresolved may jeopardize your home’s structural integrity. Some might argue that if they are planning to move out of the house as soon as possible, they don’t…
How to Tell if Your Home Needs Foundation Repairs
The Many Benefits of Crawlspace Encapsulation
Roughly 15 percent of all newly built homes in the U.S. have crawlspaces. Often, crawlspaces house many important components of your house, including HVAC, plumbing, and irrigation systems. Because of this, keeping your crawlspace dry is of utmost importance, and water damage can be expensive to repair as well as decrease the efficiency of your…
The Importance of Waterproofing Your Basement
Never underestimate the value of having a reliably dry basement. Whether it is habitable and finished or unfinished, a dry basement will ensure that your home’s structure remains strong and safe — not to mention it may increase your home’s value by a wide margin! Not only is it common for many vital components of…
Is Composite Decking Right for You?
After a busy summer day, nothing beats the feeling of lounging in a patio chair and having a cold drink on your own deck. If you do it right, it can feel like a little oasis just for you and your family in the middle of a busy world. When it comes to what type…
Getting Your Deck Ready for Old Man Winter
Winters in Virginia can be a messy affair. From frigid temperatures to winter storms that can dump piles of snow on your doorstep, winter can be a hard time to keep your deck in great condition so you have many more springs and summers to enjoy it in the future. Just some of the issues…
Upgrading or Replacing Insulation to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
Your home’s insulation is probably not something you think about on a regular basis. However, when it’s time for an upgrade or a replacement of your insulation, it’s something you’ll definitely feel either physically or financially. In this article, we will go over how you can not only make your home more physically comfortable during…
Foundation Repair: Signs of Problems You Should Look Out For
Your home is probably going to be the biggest investment you make in your lifetime. That’s why you want to do everything within your power to make sure it is in good condition and stays in good condition as long as possible. When it comes to your home, there’s probably nothing as important to keep…
Inexpensive Ways to Add Value to Your Home
Anyone who is planning on selling their home soon begins to take inventory of things they can that will increase the value of their home and the amount of money an interested buyer would be willing to pay for it. The problem is that many homeowners fall into the trap that in order to boost…
Choosing the Right Lighting for Indoors and Outdoors
The importance of choosing the right lighting for your home cannot be overstated. Lighting’s function goes way beyond just brightening a dark room or space. Lighting can set the tone for your entire home and make or break how someone feels there. Whether you’re lighting your living room or your patio, choosing the right light…
Can Wood Rot Be Fixed?
When it comes to wood rot, you don’t want to play around. Once you’ve noticed it, acting swiftly can be the difference between spending a little bit of money to get it fixed and spending a lot. In this article, we will show you how wood rot can affect your home and when and how…
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