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Roofing
How to Check and Maintain Roof Flashing
It’s hard to say if there’s a more important part of your home than the roof. It keeps you safe and protected from the elements, but even more importantly, it keeps all the materials used to construct your house dry, too. That means you won’t have to worry about anything rotting or wearing out—and best…
Roofing
Avoid Hidden Costs During a Roof Replacement
Roof repairs can be some of the most expensive renovations for homeowners. So how do you ensure that your roof replacement stays in budget, and avoid hidden costs that could break the bank? Knowledge is key. To help with this stressful project, Modernize has created a series of articles that take you from finding damage…
Solar
Solar Energy Bills: Understanding the Impact and Savings
Most home improvement projects, including solar panel installations, are started and completed during the spring or fall seasons—when the weather is more comfortable and predictable. As homeowners watch their utility bills steadily rise as the winter months give way to spring, lower solar energy bills become especially enticing. In a March 2021 Modernize survey, 40…
HVAC
How to Evaluate Contractors’ HVAC Replacement Cost Quotes
Comparing contractor quotes is an important step in the journey to save on your HVAC improvement project, whether you are replacing an air conditioner or upgrading the furnace heating your home. A recent Modernize survey revealed 63% of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates ahead of a home improvement project. Evaluating multiple HVAC replacement…
Siding
How To Evaluate Contractors’ Siding Quotes
Comparing contractor quotes is an important step in the journey to replace the siding on your home, whether after damage or as part of a home improvement project. According to a recent Modernize survey, 63 percent of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates before starting a project. Evaluating multiple siding quotes not only helps…
Solar
Solar Panel Installation Process: What to Expect
You have done extensive research, decided that solar paneling is a good choice for your home, and are looking to hire a great solar contractor. Congratulations! You are now ready to begin the process of solar panel installation. Like any home renovation, the solar panel installation process will vary depending on your home’s unique attributes,…
Roofing
How to File a Roofing Insurance Claim
Your roof is often the first line of defense your home has against the elements, but severe weather, like hurricanes, tornados, and hail, can damage the roof to your home — causing leaks, water, and structural damage. To quickly, safely, and affordably repair roofing damage, you may need to file a homeowners insurance claim. We…
Other Home Projects
How Much Do Four-Season Rooms Cost?
The four-season room is not exactly a room addition. Instead, it is a fully enclosed and climate-controlled space. It’s constructed almost entirely of glass, which allows for ample sunshine and an enhanced view of the outdoors. The advanced quality materials of today’s four-season rooms do more than simply ensure a weatherproof environment. They also allow you to…