Skip to content
Ready to start your project? Enter your ZIP to find local pros.
Please enter a valid 5 digit zip code

Homeowner Resources

Explore 1,000+ articles designed to guide you through every stage of your home improvement project.

Large home living room with neutral furniture and a big wooden window

Windows

When Should You Repair or Replace Your Home Windows?

It finally happened — a crack in your living room window that cannot wait due to safety, energy efficiency, and of course, the risk of the crack worsening. Most homeowners have been there at one point or another. But sometimes, the telltale signs that it’s time to repair or replace your windows are less obvious,…

roll-down-hurricane-shutters

Windows

Hurricane Window Protection: How to Protect Your Home From Storm Damage

Protecting windows from storm damage caused by flying debris or high winds is an important step homeowners should take to keep their family and home safe during hurricane season. Hurricane window coverings and hurricane shutters can help to safeguard your home against damage, broken glass, and other storm-related emergencies. Homeowners have several options for protecting…

pros and cons wired and wireless home security

Home Security

2026 Home Security Checklist

Few things are as important to people as their home. The home is a special place filled with family, memories, possessions, and everything we cherish in our lives. This is why homeowners should do everything they can to ensure their home is protected and secure from intruders, fire, and other emergencies. The experts at Modernize…

Solar

What Happens To Solar Panels In A Hurricane?

Solar panels are constantly exposed to inclement weather. For coastal residents, that means the risk of hurricane damage. Good news: solar panels are one of the most resilient and reliable energy technologies on the market. However, winds in these storms can reach 160 miles per hour or higher. Places that are most prone to the…

AC unit outside next to a fence

HVAC

5 Problems Suited for DIY HVAC Maintenance

Diving into DIY HVAC repair and maintenance can be both rewarding and cost-effective. In this article, we’ll share five essential tips to help you confidently tackle common HVAC issues and keep your system running smoothly. As summer weather arrives, many homeowners will heavily depend on their air conditioning unit to keep their homes cool and…

Doors

Front Door Tech: Keeping Your Home Safe

Home safety should be a top priority when considering any home renovation project and your front door is no different. With over one-third of break-ins occurring at a front door, your home’s door security is perhaps the most important factor in keeping your family and belongings safe. Luckily, with the advancement of security technologies and…

Contractor installing an exterior door

Doors

Exterior Door Types and Materials

Exterior doors play a vital role in the comfort, security, and appearance of your home. They are the focal point of curb appeal, the first impression for visitors, and help keep out the elements and unwanted visitors. That is why deciding on the exterior door type and material for your renovation project can feel overwhelming…

Other Home Projects

How To Be Prepared For A Disaster

Do you feel confident that you can protect your home, your belongings, and even your data in the event of a disaster? More importantly, how easy will it be for you and your loved ones to survive and then recover from a fire, tornado, flood, earthquake, or hurricane? September is Emergency Preparedness Month, which makes it…