Looking to update those outdated and dilapidated windows? Why wouldn’t you! In this day and age, new design trends are creeping into the everyday household, many of which are sure to be seen throughout residential homes in Central Massachusetts and well beyond our borders. New windows on a family home are similar to upgrading the...
While in the past rubber roofing has been almost exclusively utilized on commercial buildings, residential homeowners all over Massachusetts are starting to understand the benefits behind rubber roofing. In most cases, rubber roofing is installed on flat or mostly flat rooftops as opposed to the typical A-frame style roof structure. Rubber roofing is extremely durable,...
Why Is Siding On Houses Typically Placed Horizontally? That Answer And Other Siding Answers You Have Pondered. Vertical Or Horizontal Siding Installation: Which Is the Best Option for You? Siding for your home is most often seen horizontally because it allows for water and snow to slide off easily. Most people do not want their...
When it comes down to protecting your home or business from the harsh elements of New England weather, it’s imperative to have a sturdy roof above your head. From torrential downpours to icy rainstorms, to multiple feet of snow piling up in a matter of hours, you have to be prepared for any and all...
We Encounter SERIOUS Rot During Siding And Window Installations All…The…Time. Here’s Why Rot Happens, What To Do About It, And How You Can Prevent It. Rotted wood is one of the most common AND insidious problems we encounter when removing siding from homes in Massachusetts. Depending on the siding you have and how it was...
The Pros & Cons Of Composite Decking In The Greater Boston Area Hi there, are you a fellow homeowner in the Greater Boston area who’s ready to replace your outdoor deck? The question is, when was the last time you did this? For most folks, it’s either been quite a while or this is your...
Log Home Siding: Pine vs. Cedar Siding In The Greater Boston Area Home exteriors here in the Greater Boston area have their own distinct look. Maybe not every single house, but we’ve certainly got a unique way of doing things. Of course, like everyone else across the country, Bostonians care a great deal about the...
Three Of The Most Popular Roofing Products In Central Massachusetts And How To Choose The Right One For Your New Roof There are many roofing materials out there for a Central Massachusetts homeowner to use on their home, but three of them end up on more buildings than any others: asphalt shingles, standing seam metal,...
Picture-Proof Some Central MA Contractors Shouldn’t Install James Hardie Siding 4 Examples That Show Why Only TRUE Professionals Can Handle James Hardie Siding. BY JEFF BROOKS, OWNER I can tell you plenty of horror stories about contractors botching James Hardie fiber cement siding installation in Central MA. But it’s easier—and more fun!—to just show you....
How Long Does Vinyl Siding Last On Your Central Massachusetts Home? And Will Your New Siding Do Better? Most Central Massachusetts homeowners don’t spend much time thinking about their vinyl siding, but perhaps they should. Contrary to popular belief, vinyl siding isn’t eternal and will fail over time. The amount of time before it starts...
