research and planning Best Tools and Products for Window Security Many of us think about smart home products simply as a cool way to turn on the stereo, or how we can lower the AC without running over to the...
research and planning Understanding the Quality of Different Solar Panels Every day it seems like solar companies are releasing the most efficient solar panels to date. With so many companies making that claim, it’s difficult to wade through the noise....
research and planning Lifespan of Solar Panels Installing solar panels is a big investment, even with tax incentives to ease the financial strain. Because of the investment— and their constant exposure to the elements— solar panels need...
research and planning What is a Fixed Point Contract? When the time comes to sign a contract for your home improvement project, you will be presented with one of two types of contracts: a time and materials contract, or...
research and planning Black Window Frames and Trim: All You Need to Know Brass hardware, colorful stoves, and interiors draped in wallpaper — design trends for homes are leaning away from the expected and tapping into the bold. The same goes for our...
research and planning Best Roof Pitch for Solar Panels vs Solar Panel Tilt There is now enough solar panel capacity to power 18 million American homes, according to the Department of Energy. As solar panel prices have gone down, demand has gone up....
research and planning How Healthy Is the Air Inside My Home? We hear about the air quality outside all the time. But what about the pollution inside your home? While you may not exactly have a smokestack in your living room,...
research and planning Eco-Friendly Window Framing Options If you’re considering a home improvement project involving the replacement of old windows with new, or you’re adding a new room addition and installing new windows, not only is the...