Solar
Calculating the Return on Your Solar Investment
When considering a solar investment in your home, two questions likely come to mind: How much will it cost and when will the project pay off? Thanks to the ever-decreasing cost of solar equipment and federal and local subsidies, you can see a return on your solar investment quicker than you think. Some homeowners can…
Siding
Exploring Short- and Long-Term Siding Savings
A home’s siding enhances aesthetics, preserves the property, and offers long-term savings. Replacing siding delivers a high return on investment by improving curb appeal and lowering energy bills. Costs can range from $4,000 to $14,000, according to Modernize’s Siding Cost Calculator. Though labor-intensive and costly, there are ways to save. Careful planning can help balance…
Solar
Anatomy of Solar Savings: What You’ll Save Now, Soon, and Later
As your solar home improvement project begins to lift off the ground and you’re mired in the details, you’re probably thinking about the solar savings in your future. And while you likely have an idea of what those savings look like, the many ways you’ll be saving might actually surprise you. In fact, there might…
Siding
Financing Siding Projects: Choosing the Right Option
Are you looking for a way to finance your upcoming siding project? Whether you need an emergency repair or want to enhance your home’s value, financing can be an effective way to complete the project. At Modernize, we frequently discuss home improvement plans with homeowners, and our recent interviews revealed that more than 50 percent…
Siding
Its long-lasting durability is just one reason why vinyl siding is such a popular choice among homeowners. The sturdy exterior handles harsh weather with ease, and it is resistant to direct sunlight, which makes it an efficient and cost-effective material. Although this power material is known to last for decades, it still needs a bit of…
Siding
Asbestos Siding: How To Examine Your Siding
One of the most stressful things about owning a home is uncovering potentially hazardous materials in your home. Asbestos ranks high on the list of dangerous substances because of its toxic and carcinogenic properties when airborne. While older homes will likely contain asbestos in roofing, insulation, and tiles, it can also be present in exterior siding. If you…
Siding
7 Types of Siding for Your Home
When it comes to your home, nothing makes a lasting first impression like a striking exterior. While decorations and landscaping help to improve the appearance of your house, the siding you choose to complete your home’s design style is paramount. Here are our top picks for types of siding options to increase the curb appeal…
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Buying or Leasing: Finance Your Solar Home Improvement Project
“Buying your solar electric system outright is best,” advises Consumer Reports. “Most systems pay for themselves in five to seven years.” Unfortunately, that’s simply not feasible for most people and they must consider financing their solar home improvement project. More realistically, you will have to finance whatever way you choose to power your home through…
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Solar Leases and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): the Good, the Bad, and the Difference
It’s very exciting that you have set a course to power your home through solar energy and in doing so will be increasingly saving on your utility bills. With a budget in hand and its particulars as ironed out as possible, you should have an idea by now about whether your project will require financing.…