Solar
Calculating Return on Investment for Solar Panels
Did the quote for your solar energy system just make your heart skip a beat? It’s no wonder—in some cases, the price for new PV unit can cost as much as a brand-new luxury car! But unlike a fancy new sports car, solar panels return your initial investment over time. The energy you offset with…
Siding
Do you really need new siding, or do you just need bright, refreshed siding? If you are on a tight budget this year, a new siding project can feel like a lot to swallow — particularly if your update is purely for aesthetic purposes. Often, siding that’s perfectly functional gets tossed due to its outward…
Roofing
Sealing a Roof with a Roof Coating
Whether you have just installed a new roof or are trying to extend the life of your existing one, roof coatings are a hot topic in the home improvement market these days. The growing trend is largely attributed to an increasing desire among homeowners to be more environmentally conscious while also reducing energy costs. Typically,…
Siding
Choosing Between Vertical and Horizontal Siding
Like it or not, first impressions count. This is especially true for your home, which is judged based on its exterior. That’s why, when it comes to siding for your home’s exterior, there are plenty of elements to consider. In addition to the basics of home renovation — including cost, installation, and maintenance — there’s…
Siding
What is a Hunter Unit and Why is it Important?
Did you read the fine print on your siding’s warranty? If you examined the details, you likely noticed references to a Hunter unit, especially in the section about fading. The Hunter unit measures tiny differences in pigment to determine if a surface has faded. Siding manufacturers rely on this scale to decide whether fading falls…
Siding
Siding Pests and What To Do About Them
Tap, tap, tap. That’s the sound of your siding being destroyed. Woodpeckers and insects can create massive issues in a home with wood siding — ranging from aesthetic flaws and defects to huge structural problems that threaten the safety of your home. However, you don’t have to passively accept whatever damage these invaders wreak on…
Solar
What You Need to Know About Residential PACE Financing for Solar
Ready to pick up the “pace” on your solar project? If you’ve been reading up on your lending options for a renewable energy system, you may have seen sites throwing around the words “PACE financing.” Property assessed clean energy, or PACE, is a payment structure initiated by the federal government that allows local municipalities to…
Solar
If you’ve looked into installing solar, you may have realized that your installation won’t be easy on your roof. The majority of solar mounts are attached directly to a home’s rafters, which means cutting into the roof. While installers generally take care to seal and flash holes to prevent leaks and water damage, those incisions…
Solar
Common Causes of Damage to Solar Panels and How to Avoid Them
Solar panel technology is ever-changing and improving — but it doesn’t make the panels impenetrable. Since the panels are made from outward-facing glass, they are vulnerable to damage from extreme weather and age. Water and hail damage to solar panels can feel like tricky problems to solve. Solar panels are built to last up to…