Stucco is perhaps one of the most attractive, energy efficient, and green products you can utilize as an exterior finish to your home and/or commercial property. Made from lime, sand, and cement, stucco can also be combined with thick insulation panels to create a super energy barrier commonly referred to as an Exterior Insulation Finishing System, or EIFS. One of the...
It can be difficult to know when is the right time for you to contact a roofing company. Your roof is not something that you can easily see every day unless you raise your head up and intentionally look at it. Sometimes, things that appear to be looking fine can actually cause huge damage if checked closely. That...
Maybe you have newly purchased a home that does not have all the features or aesthetics that you need or prefer, or maybe you have been living in your home for a period and have decided that it is time to upgrade. Either way, home renovation projects that are DIY in nature will impact your budget, timeline, and...
Winter proofing your concrete garage floor might not be the first thing on your mind, yet it goes beyond just improving the appearance and safety of your garage. Concrete is a sturdy material that holds up well under the weight of various machines, tools, heavy vehicles, and other bulky items usually found in the garage. However, temperature changes...
It should go without saying that you want the water in your home to be clean and healthy. After all, you don’t want to spend a fortune buying bottled products, but you also don’t want to consume any contaminated and unhealthy liquids. So, is there anything you can do instead of making peace with the fact that your...
As the weather gets colder, heating our homes becomes very important. Cozy and a cup of hot cocoa are nice, but are not going to do the trick, unfortunately, when it comes to staying warm this winter. If you’re a homeowner, you likely rely on a furnace to keep your home cozy and warm during the winter months....
Waterline blockage and cracked pipes are some of the most common plumbing-related issues you might need to address at some point in your household. Of course, some of these home projects are not too complex and can be solved without the technical skills of an expert. Many people prefer completing these tasks on their own rather than going...
The choice of the type of glass that one will use in partitioning their office spaces is a personal one. Their various options, but we will narrow them down to two and be able to discern the better option one should choose. Below we will discuss considerations one should keep in mind before choosing between clear glass and...
While there’s a growing number of people riding the do-it-yourself (DIY) bandwagon to save a few bucks on home repairs, there would always come a time when hiring a professional is the best course of action. If you’re just working on small and simple repairs, then busting out the tools yourself might not be such a bad idea....
With proper and regular maintenance, your water heater may last for many years. However, there are instances that your water heater may fail to do its job properly at some point in time due to serious problems or old age. If you don’t know when to look for a new water heater, it’s always a good idea to...
