2021

  • Preparing Your Home for a Patio Kit

    Patio kits allow homeowners to add a patio, often with a roof or canopy, to their home without having to deal with installers and associated costs. While these DIY patio kits are manufactured to be simple to use, you'll still need to do some preparation at your home. The kits are built with the idea that non-professionals will be installing them, but that doesn't mean you can simply open the box and click a few things into place.
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  • Primary Considerations for Your Roofing Material Selection

    When the time comes for you to choose a new roof for your new or existing home, it's easy to feel overwhelmed with the choices available to you. There's inherently nothing wrong with having many roofing choices, but you may struggle to decide which one is right for your residential project. Every roof type is designed with specific needs in mind, so it's important to carefully assess your situation before making a purchase decision.
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  • Should You Make the Move to Steel? Comparing Metal and Timber Wall Frames

    When you build a home, you know the wall framing needs to be sturdy, and you also need to make sure that the material used is appropriate for your needs and what the home might be subjected to in the environment. While timber is a common framing material, steel is quickly gaining on timber as an easy-to-use, durable wall framing substance. If you're building a custom home, you have a chance to choose the framing material that will suit you best.
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  • Factors That Affect the Length of a Roof Replacement Project

    Are you planning a residential roof replacement project? If so, it's essential to know how long it may take to complete the project. This knowledge enables you to make relocation arrangements. Also, it allows you to calculate the estimated billable hours for the roofing crew. With this in mind, here are some key factors determining how long it will take to replace your roof. Partial vs. total roof replacement Are you carrying out a partial or total replacement?
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