Summer is the perfect time to call your friends, invite them over and take advantage of the warm weather. It’s also a great opportunity to show off your backyard and patio. But if you’re tired of the same setup of plastic chairs and matching table, we’ve got some fun and easy ways to help you enhance your summer outdoor space! 1.) Try a fire pit While the heat of some summer days can feel […]

Home safety doesn’t just mean installing a security system and preparing for burglars. Making sure your home is prepared by running thorough safety and maintenance tests is crucial to ensuring your home is safe at all times, all year long. So, roll up your sleeves, get to work and try these few steps to making sure your home is prepared for whatever comes its way. 1.) Inspect, change and update all fire elements Your […]

We recently completed a large townhouse project in The Village of Glen Eagle in Brier Creek, Raleigh, and our drone was able to capture the impressive before and after work we did. For this project, the first step was to remove all the shingles and replace the entire roof with 108 squares of CertainTeed’s Landmark Heather Blend Shingles. In total this was 10,800 square feet of shingles. In case you were wondering, the average […]

It’s no secret that living in your home inevitably creates wear and tear. This can leave you with chipped paint, a few cracks and holes, or sometimes even worse problems. But it’s important to remember that your home is one of your largest assets and how you take care of it while you’re living there, will determine how much work you have to do, should you ever decide to sell. So, in the spirit […]

It’s almost that time of year again. The time where you bust out the lawnmower and the gardening tools and spend that first warm weekend of spring primping and pruning your yard. But from the flowers to the mulch to the variety of lights, knowing where to begin can be daunting. So, taking a few cues from this season’s hottest landscaping trends is never a bad idea, and we’ve rounded up a few just […]

With the warmer months on the horizon, getting your home prepared to beat the heat and not break the bank while doing so, is something we all can agree is a good idea. But if you’re not sure how to conserve energy and make your home run more efficiently, we’ve got five easy ways to help you get started. 1. Install skylights Natural light is a great way to brighten up your home. By […]

With Spring right around the corner, it’s time to begin dusting off your grill and preparing your deck for all your summer soirees and warm-weather gatherings. But it’s no secret that your deck takes a beating during the colder months. From ice to snow to year-round sun exposure, your deck may be hiding unwanted or dangerous problems. So, taking the time to conduct an annual inspection to ensure your deck is safe and secure […]

It may feel like winter will never end, but with the calendar inching closer to warmer days, getting a head start on spring cleaning is never a bad idea. For many homeowners, the term spring cleaning only applies to the inside of the home, but the exterior takes a severe beating during the winter months. From windows to gutters, debris and ice can find its way into these spaces and leave you with unwanted […]

Knowing what qualifies as good attic ventilation is not common knowledge, but without it your home can see a lack of proper air circulation. And without proper circulation, moisture can build up causing severe damage to the structure of your home. So, to understand if your home could benefit from more or less attic ventilation, let’s take a closer look at a few common misconceptions. 1) More attic ventilation is always good Just like […]

Safety is important. From fastening your seatbelt when you get in your car, to TSA screening your luggage at the airport, making sure that you’re safe wherever you go is crucial. But when was the last time you thought about the safety of your home? It’s the place you lay your head at night and where countless memories are made. So, what should you be doing to keep your house secure? We’ve got a […]