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 […]
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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
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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
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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
I’m a fan of many home improvement and style magazines and one of my favorite magazines is Dwell. On the cover of Dwell was the latest trend of accessory dwelling units being built in backyards of larger homes. I poured over the article looking for a reason as to what this new trend was because
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As I get older I feel like I have become a little set in my ways. This isn’t a bad thing. It’s a good thing. I love the finer things in life and have found a balance between work and my private life that seems to be in harmony. I no longer care about the
If there is one thing that 2020 will bring us in design and remodel trends is that; if you can think it you can build it. Design trends have been all over the board in the past few years, especially with remodeling and building new homes and additions and a new mix and match design
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If you’re considering a new addition or you have plans to remodel a current home then you should consider making the back wall that faces the yard a window wall. Especially, if you live in a rural area and the back yard is a beautiful wooded and lush.
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If the view off your back deck has a beautiful view then adding a railing becomes a challenge for design, functionality, and beauty. A three-headed monster of time consumption and thought now has to go into a needed functionality that is code-driven and expensive.
Although we live in Wisconsin that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the outdoors all year round. Outdoor kitchens are popular in many parts of the country. Even in Wisconsin. They don’t need to be elaborate or gigantic but keeping in mind how you live and what you do in the kitchen can make an indoor
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Siding never catches a break. It isn’t supposed to, so it better be durable and strong when you need it. Siding is exposed to the elements 34/7/365 and in Wisconsin, that’s saying a lot. At Exterior Renovations we only use the best products on your most valuable possession, your home and one of those products
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Siding trends have changed over the past decade and for 2019 the trend for siding has become interesting and stylish. Let’s take a look at what these style trends. For curb appeal alone keeping up with the current design trends is important for many reasons. Subtle siding color palettes continue to be popular for homeowners
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One of the best ways to open up a small room into a bigger room is to tear down the wall and add a load bearing LVL beam. For an experienced carpenter, home builder, or a remodeler this is an easy project.
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What do you do when your roof starts to leak and you notice it when the snow starts to melt. Ugh! A leaky roof is an awful situation, especially in the winter when the snow starts to melt.
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An expensive housing market is encouraging homeowners to remodel their homes rather than move. This trend has been getting some extra strength with rising interest rates and the high costs of building a new home. So as long as you’re going to stay in your home Exterior Renovations can help you with all your remodel
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Add a tankless water heater Tankless water heaters have been improving over the years and they are a great choice when you want hot water and an energy efficient appliance. There are even more options offered today that were not available a few years ago so if you would like to consider a tankless water
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Are you planning on adding or renovating your home in 2019? If so here are some popular remodeling trends for you to think about.
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I love copper gutters. I pulled up to a house recently that had the most stunning copper gutters I have ever seen and the look is amazing. Rich, colorful and striking, the attention to detail that copper brings a home is incredible. The green patina was in full bloom and all you could say is
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A pergola is a simple structure that can transform your backyard and turn it into an outdoor living space that you love. Those are the easy reasons but there are many other reasons and one big reason for me is they provide interesting shade and a place to hang plants and bird feeders. Especially Hummingbird
If you’re going to put an addition on your home or perform any kind of remodeling, insulation has to be a topic you’re going to need to talk about. Today, insulation is one of the most technologically advanced products for your home and although you don’t see it, it’s so important in many ways.
