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Solar
What is a Sun Number Score When it Comes to Solar Panels?
For many homeowners, the potential of their home — in addition to its location or price — is one of the reasons they purchased it. Whether it’s the dream to expand the kitchen or build a covered patio, home-buyers rarely look at a home and see it as perfect or complete. There’s just always potential…
Siding
5 Tips For Negotiating Cost with Siding Contractors
Other than an all-out catastrophe in your region, there are various reasons it is important to check your siding on a regular basis to avoid the need for emergency siding work. While it is normal to upgrade siding after an emergency, homeowners should prioritize being prepared for an emergency in the first place or simply…
Windows
The Best Home Security Windows
Burglar-Proof Your Home With Window Security Home window security begins with selecting specific window styles and glazing types and extends into a possible investment in advanced security features. Regular maintenance and window upkeep are also essential to keeping your home safe. However, homeowners often neglect the state of their home’s window security until something unfortunate…
HVAC
5 Tips For Negotiating Cost with Air Conditioning Contractors
Installing a new air conditioning unit is a large investment. Especially now, with inflation skyrocketing and long wait times on many home improvement items. Currently, in 2023, HVAC installation costs typically range from $6,423 to $11,800. But homeowners can reduce the cost of a new air conditioning unit by negotiating the contract price and terms…
HVAC
Screening Air Conditioning Contractors by Phone
In recent interviews with Modernize, 90% of homeowners requested a checklist to help them with finding and screening contractors. One of the most important steps of that process is your first phone call with a potential air conditioning contractor, during which you will vet this contractor against the others you’re considering. While finding someone you…
HVAC
Avoid Unexpected Expenses During Your Air Conditioner Replacement
What to Know About Hidden AC Replacement Costs Replacing your air conditioner can improve your home’s comfort, value, and energy efficiency. However, without the right preparation, it can also come with unexpected costs. In this guide, we’ll cover how to stay on budget and avoid surprise costs: To avoid hidden expenses, start by understanding your…
Other Home Projects
Soundproof Drywall: How to Make a Room Soundproof
There are many reasons why you might want to create a sound barrier in your home. Maybe your home is on a busy street or intersection. Maybe you have thin walls between bedrooms. If you are looking for increased privacy, quiet, and comfort inside of your home, there are many ways to make a room…
Windows
Phone Vetting a Potential Windows Contractor
When considering a window replacement or installation, choosing the right contractor is as crucial as selecting the best window design for your home. While online reviews and testimonials provide some insights, nothing beats the direct interaction of a phone call. Vetting window contractors over the phone allows you to gauge their professionalism, knowledge, and responsiveness…