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Guide To Replacing Your Homes Door In The Pacific NW
Are you noticing a draft coming in through your doorway? Are you experiencing more insects coming through gaps in your entrance? Maybe your home is older and the glass siding door no longer seems to be doing its job of keeping in the heat or is simply not sliding...
Creative And Easy Ideas For Outdoor Christmas Decorations
Now that December is here it's time to put up those lights but sometimes it can feel like a chore to get all those lights up and create the look you are going for. You may not know what to do with the lights or maybe it's just that you are bored with previous years....
Guide To Preparing Your Home For A NW Winter
We all know that the winters in the Portland and Vancouver area come with cold and rain. In order to prepare our homes for the NW winter, we have to accomplish some tasks around the house. It’s not always fun but it is beneficial...
Guide To Finding The Right Exterior Paint Color
Paint colors go in and out of trend cycles. However, there is more to finding the right exterior paint color than just the color itself. What Makes The Best Exterior Paint Having the exterior of your home painted is a big project and not one you will want to do over...
Everything You Need To Know About Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding is the most popular and cost-effective choice of siding compared to other types of siding. Not only is it cost-effective, but it also comes in a wide range of styles, textures, colors, and widths allowing you to customize it to your preferences. This...
What Are The Window And Door Style Trends In The Northwest
If you live in the Portland Oregon or Vancouver Washington area then you are very aware of how grey it is throughout much of the year. Natural lighting is essential to a home in the Pacific Northwest because it lifts up the mood even during the cloudiest of days....
How To Maximize The Sale Of Your Home In Portland Oregon
Every buyer has an idea of what they are looking for in a new home. Outside of what they see on paper, they envision finding a home that meets the ideal of what they hope to live in so it’s important that aspects of a home meet their criteria. Though this can be...
Are Patio Covers A Good Investment
One of the things that people who live in the Portland and Vancouver metro area enjoy is all the greenery. Since the Pacific Northwest gets plenty of rainfall there is no shortage of trees and varying plants everywhere you look. The downside to all this greenery is...
Deck Repair And Installation Tips If You Live In Vancouver Washington
A well-planned deck design can transform your yard into an area for relaxation and entertaining. It’s also an affordable way to expand your living space. Depending on the location of your decking, decks can be ground-level, raised, or multi-levels. There is also a...
Everything You Need To Know About Roof Vents And Ventilation In The Pacific NW
Oftentimes, when homeowners think about their roofing they think about the different types of roofing materials that help keep their home protected from varying types of weather. There are other aspects of a roof, however, that will improve the roofing system of your...
Why 2022 Is The Best Time To Fix Or Replace Your Portland/Vancouver Roof
Are you thinking about having your roof replaced but are unsure if now is the time? Are you in the process of remodeling and/or getting ready to sell your home? Maybe you simply can’t get onto your roof but know that it’s past due of any needed repairs. Whatever the...
How To Choose The Right Type Of Siding For Your Pacific NW Home
The siding of your home plays an important role in the overall structure of your house. Not only does it provide an aesthetic appeal but it protects the inner materials of the structure of your home. Completely exposed to the elements, the siding of your home endures...
Signs That It’s Time To Replace Your Home Windows
There are a few reasons homeowners start thinking about replacing the windows in their homes. If a home is older, some may want to get rid of the old and replace everything with new. Others may want to replace their old windows to bring in more natural light and open...
Waterproofing Your House In The Rainy Northwest
Are you worried about leaks in your roof? Or maybe you’re worried that your window seals will not keep out the rain! If these thoughts have crossed your mind you may want to consider waterproofing your house and luckily there are lots of practical ways you can go...