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Generators
Installing a Portable Backup Generator? Don’t Skip These Key Questions
Why Asking the Right Questions Matters Power outages happen — sometimes in the middle of a thunderstorm, sometimes on a perfectly sunny day thanks to grid issues. A portable backup generator can be a lifesaver, keeping essentials like your fridge, medical devices, or even just your Wi-Fi running. But before you grab the first one…
Bathroom
Shower Valve Replacement: When and How to Swap in a New One
If your shower has low water pressure or if you notice faulty temperatures, there may be an easy way to improve your overall shower experience. A faulty shower valve may be the culprit. In that case, installing a replacement shower valve should bring bliss back to your shower routine. Below is all you need to…
Roofing
Expert Interview: What to Do When You Cannot Afford to Replace Your Roof
With inflation rising and weather extremes breaking new records at an alarming rate, a damaged roof is an emergency that can cause tremendous stress for homeowners. A recent Modernize survey found that 75 percent of homeowners who needed a new roof or a roof repair said their level of stress about decisions relating to their…
Siding
Stucco is one of the most popular siding materials. It’s a long-lasting, versatile, and fire-resistant option for protecting the exterior of a home. It’s also low maintenance, but that doesn’t mean stucco siding requires absolutely no maintenance at all. Sometimes you may have to repair the stucco siding of your home, and when you do,…
Roofing
How to Protect Your Home from Roof Damage
Roof damage can come in many forms, but even the smallest issue can become a costly headache if left unrepaired. According to experts in the home roofing industry, it’s important to invest in durable roofing materials that protect your home against severe weather in your area, in addition to regularly maintaning your roof, to avoid…
Windows
How to Repair a Broken Glass Window
If you have a broken glass window, it’s not only an eyesore but also can cause several problems. These safety issues make your home vulnerable to leaks, increasing energy costs, break-ins, and more. If you are a skilled DIYer, you may want to do the window glass repair on your own. Follow the steps below…
Windows
How to Prepare Your Home For a Blizzard
When the winter weather outside is frightful, dealing with the aftermath of a blizzard is certainly not delightful. Harsh winter weather can wreak havoc in numerous ways — from keeping you stuck in the house to causing power outages to damaging your home — so knowing how to prepare for a blizzard is a priority.…
Gutters
Should Soffit and Fascia be Repaired During a Gutter Replacement?
What Are Soffit and Fascia on a House? When people start looking into soffit and fascia repair, they often wonder what these parts actually are. Although they work together, soffit and fascia have different jobs and are found in separate spots on your home’s exterior. What Does the Soffit Do? The soffit is the part…