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Enhancing Your Home with James Hardie Siding Products

When it comes to transforming the exterior of your home, the choice of siding plays a pivotal role in both aesthetics and functionality. Among the many options available, James Hardie siding products stand out as a trusted and innovative solution. In this comprehensive review, we will delve into the world of James Hardie siding, exploring

A charming white house with red trim and a green roof, recently benefiting from exterior renovations, is surrounded by a white picket fence. Two trees with autumn leaves frame the front yard, which is blanketed in fallen leaves. This Madison, WI gem features a small front porch and a red door with windows on each side.
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Updating the Outside of Your 80s Home

If your home was built in the ’80s or ’90s, you may be wondering, “How can I update the outside of my aging house?” or “Does my 80’s home need an update?” We’re here to help you find those answers. Styles are not the only changes in home construction since the 1980s and 90s, and

A cozy, green house with a white roof and front porch in Madison, WI is surrounded by snow. Snow-covered stairs lead up to the porch, and a path flanked by two brick pillars extends to the sidewalk. Recent exterior renovations complement the snow-blanketed trees and neighboring houses, creating a serene, wintry scene.
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3 Key Winter Exterior Home Improvements

Winter is here, and it’s important to make sure that your home is ready. One of the best ways to prepare your home for the colder months is by making important home exterior improvements. From insulation to sealing air leaks, these upgrades can help to keep your home warm, protect it from the elements, and

A modern, multi-story house in Madison, WI featuring a mix of materials. The upper floor has large windows and wood siding, while the lower level boasts stone walls and smaller windows. Recently updated with exterior renovations, the house includes a sleek, flat roof and is surrounded by trees and bushes.
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What Windows are Best for Your Home?

Planning new windows for your home? If so, you may be wondering which windows to choose. When replacing windows, homeowners are supplied with a surprisingly wide variety. Vinyl or wood? Double- or triple-paned? Tempered or Low-E, air-filled or inert gas-filled? Do you want a protective coating? On the inside, outside, or both? Choosing new windows

This newly updated outdoor kitchen in Madison, WI, with modern design features wooden paneling and a sleek countertop. A table with a floral centerpiece is in the foreground, bar stools are arranged by the counter, and copper pendant lights hang overhead. Recent exterior renovations include new appliances and plants for added function and beauty.
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How Much Value Does an Outdoor Kitchen Add to Your Home?

If you’re thinking about adding an outdoor kitchen to your home, now is the time to discuss your options with a trusted exterior renovator. In fact, it could be a good time to do a few projects! An experienced renovator can offer advice about what kind of construction you’ll need for an outdoor kitchen and

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Does Hardie Siding Improve Your Home Value?

If you’re wondering whether it’s a good time to upgrade your home exterior to James Hardie siding, the answer is yes! It not only protects your home and improves its overall visual appeal, but Hardie siding also improves your home value.  Hardie siding is an innovative type of fibre cement siding that has been used

A charming white house with red trim and a green roof, recently benefiting from exterior renovations, is surrounded by a white picket fence. Two trees with autumn leaves frame the front yard, which is blanketed in fallen leaves. This Madison, WI gem features a small front porch and a red door with windows on each side.
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4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Front Door Today

Summer is the perfect time to upgrade your front door and porch. From curbside appeal and improved property value to energy efficiency and premiere party hosting, there are a lot of reasons to have a great front entrance. That’s why now is the time to consider upgrading your front door — before friends start showing

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Spring and Summer Window Replacement

It’s warming up outside – the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and it’s time to start thinking about summer projects. If you’re planning exterior renovations this year, now is the time! When it comes to window replacement, spring and early summer are the perfect time for new home windows. If you think that

A roll of gray Dupont Tyvek Protec 120 roofing underlayment, perfect for exterior renovations in Madison, WI, is partially unrolled. The material features a printed grid pattern and the Dupont logo, along with the text "Tyvek Protec 120" in blue.
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Dupont’s Tyvek Protec 120 Underlayment

There are new ways to improve your roof and one of the ways is to look for a synthetic underlayment product from Dupont. The Tyvek Protec 120 is a perfect underlayment to go on top of the roofing deck. Underlayment serves several purposes and moisture is one big important purpose. A solid and water resistant

An unfinished attic with wooden beams and walls insulated with spray foam. The space has a small window and construction tools scattered on the floor, including a ladder, a saw, and a toolbox. This project in Madison, WI is part of broader exterior renovations.
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Insulating your roof

The latest trend in roofing technique is roof insulation. That is treating your roof like an energy efficient part of your home that can be expensive but is well worth the money.  Here are a few tips on just exactly what roof insulation is.

Exposed wooden ceiling beams in a modern room with natural light coming through multiple windows in Madison, WI. The beams and ceiling panels are made from light-colored, unfinished wood, giving the space a rustic yet contemporary feel that's perfect for complementing exterior renovations.
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Garage Expansion For More Space

We live in Wisconsin which can be a challenging climate for builders and remodeling your home.  I am in the process of adding a bump out on the side of my garage and have been studying the latest and greatest building techniques for this project.  This is a relatively small remodel project and I have

An outdoor kitchen in Madison, WI featuring a wooden deck and pergola. The kitchen includes a built-in stainless steel grill, green ceramic smoker grill, and mini-fridge. Bamboo shades on the pergola provide ambiance, while ample counter space below enhances functionality. Trees frame this exterior renovations masterpiece.
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Add on to your patio with an outdoor kitchen

I am in a remodel mode these days and my wife thinks it’s fantastic. So, if you’re discussing a remodel project or trying to decide what to remodel or add something cool and fun to your home, how about adding a deck or a patio to extend the time you spend in the great outdoors.

Aerial view of a house’s roof in Madison, WI, showcasing dark grey corrugated metal roofing. The exterior renovations include several sections with varying slopes, a skylight near the center, and a small chimney. The surrounding area comprises a grassy lawn and partially visible scaffolding.
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Metal Roofing Pros & Cons

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Metal Roofing There are many options to adding a new roof onto your existing home or if you’re building a new home.  Metal roofs are an option but let’s go through some of the pros and cons of metal roofing to asphalt shingles.  But no matter what roof style

A large two-story house with brown siding and a stone facade, featuring a two-car garage with wooden doors, two wooden front doors with glass panels above them, and neatly landscaped surroundings including a tree and flower pots. Recently completed exterior renovations have made this Madison, WI home even more inviting.
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It’s time to think about a remodel.

Remodeling and lumber costs seem to go hand in hand and for good reason.  You can’t build anything without using all kinds of lumber and that includes plywood.  If you’re building a foundation the rising costs of cement has increased construction costs over ten percent.Navigate to https://www.aaafoundationservice.com/houston-foundation-inspection/ for everything about foundation services. Electrical costs have

A cozy bedroom with a sloped wooden ceiling features a neatly made bed with patterned pillows and a light gray comforter. Two bedside tables, each with a lamp, flank the bed. A window with wooden blinds is on the left, and a wall sconce light adds additional warmth. Perfect for unwinding after busy days tackling exterior renovations in Madison, WI.
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Adding a bump out master bedroom to your current home

Home prices are out-of-control crazy right now and interest rates are at historic lows.  So, what does this mean to people who want to stay in their home and make their current home better?  It means you remodel or have an addition added to your current home. Lumber prices are starting to come down a

A modern two-story house with gray siding, stone accents, and a black shingled roof in Madison, WI. The home features a manicured lawn, a curved walkway, and surrounding trees with autumn foliage. A three-car garage is on the right side, showcasing recent exterior renovations under partly cloudy skies.
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Need a new roof?

A true sign of the times is the visual observation of the skyline. We were out on our boat two weekends ago and noticed 24 construction cranes in the skyline from the east side of Madison to Middleton.  There’s a lot of construction going on in Madison and in Dane County.  Home sales are skyrocketing

A diagram of an attic's ventilation system, ideal for exterior renovations in Madison, WI. Arrows show airflow through soffit vents at the roof's eaves, up past baffles that keep insulation away, and out through a ridge vent at the peak. Insulation is shown at the attic's floor.
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Summer heat and roof damage

Wisconsin summers are heating up and so 2021 has been hotter than usual.  This is not a good sign for the shingles on your roof.  Roof’s become very hot during the summer and the damage that a worn roof can cause has a domino effect on the rest of your home therefore, it’s very important

A person in a light blue shirt and beige pants is kneeling in an attic with wooden beams and a pitched roof, using a hose to blow light grey insulation material onto the attic floor. As part of their exterior renovations in Madison, WI, this task ensures optimal energy efficiency for the home.
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It’s Ice Dam Season … Again

It’s that time a year again, and I don’t mean to quote a verse from the holiday song but it just turns out that way.  I mean it’s the dreaded ice dam season.  If you own an older home and you haven’t set foot in your attic for a decade (or two) then you need

A lush backyard patio in Madison, WI, features cushioned wooden chairs around a stone fire pit in the foreground. In the background, a dining table with an umbrella is surrounded by colorful flowers and greenery. The serene scene showcases exterior renovations with a large yard and trees beyond.
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Pandemic projects

During the Covid-19 pandemic everyone has had to adjust to a new way of living over the past year and it seems like this is going to drag out into next year as well.  I did some research and discovered that one of the most pleasing home improvements happening during the past year was gardening

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The remodeling boom!

Has anyone besides me noticed the number of construction cranes singing above the skyline when driving around Madison and the suburbs?  There’s a construction boom going on and it’s noticeable in many areas.  Have you driven down East Washington Avenue lately?  It’s crazy!