Solar
What to Do with Solar Panels When You Move
Your current home is installed with solar panels and now you’re planning to move. Your new home isn’t equipped with solar panels and the question facing you is whether to bring the solar panels you’ve already invested in with you. Consider these factors when making your decision. Selling Your Current Property Before putting your…
Kitchen
Homeowner 101: How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen
For most of us, jobs don’t quit at five. Meanwhile, the second shift is just beginning—making dinner for the family, helping with homework, walking the dog, and whisking everyone off to bed. So it’s no wonder we get caught in cursory cleaning routines that just barely pass muster. Just getting the dishes done regularly feels…
Kitchen
Everything You Need to Know About Range Hoods
Range hoods can be a quick, affordable way to hip up a kitchen on a budget, but with so many models and styles, they’re not always easy to parse through. There are so many questions. What’s the best brand for your wallet? What’s a downdraft range hood? We heard your queries ringing across the internet…
Flooring
Eco-Friendly Wood Flooring: The 6 Most Sustainable Choices
Many homeowners today seek sustainable, eco-friendly hardwood flooring for their home. What is it that makes some wood flooring sustainable, and puts others on the “do not buy” list? What Counts as Eco-Friendly Wood Flooring? For starters, sustainable wood is legally sourced. In 2008, the U.S. banned the import of timber from illegal sources —…
Siding
Vinyl siding elicits strong opinions from homeowners. Supporters praise its energy efficiency and easy maintenance. Cleaning it with a hose is simple, and it usually doesn’t need repainting. But what if you want to paint your siding? Maybe new siding is too expensive, or you’re not happy with the limited colors available. Can you repaint…
Solar
How Much Do Solar Shingles Cost?
Few could argue against solar energy being advantageous for everyone: it’s sustainable, environmentally friendly, effective, and increasingly affordable thanks to industry advancements and extended government incentives. The aesthetic, on the other hand, is a matter of opinion. Some people proudly sport the glimmering solar PV cells on their roofs like a badge of honor. Others…
Solar
Should You Buy A House with Solar Panels Already Installed?
Rooftop solar panels are a rising trend that can raise the value of a home by a solid $15,000. They cut down utility bills, reduce negative impacts on the environment, and help homeowners better prepare for emergencies that could compromise access to electricity. It would seem there’s no downside to these shiny solar cells popping up…
Solar
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Home Solar
Minimizing your carbon footprint, increasing your home’s value, reducing your energy bill—there are countless reasons to make the switch to solar energy. And even though with increased solar rebates, you can recoup nearly your entire solar investment, purchasing solar panels still requires a considerable up-front cost. Before you make the switch to a solar-powered home, here…
Siding
Deciding on the Right Siding Colors
The right siding can make a home pop — one color can dramatically improve the look of a house, while the wrong one can ruin the entire look. That’s why it’s important to consider some things before you choose your only hue. The wrong decision will leave you with a poor-looking home with a…