How Long Will Your Water Heater Last and How to Make it Go Further There's nothing quite as jarring as stepping into a cold shower when...

In a meeting with a homeowner to gather notes for an estimate, I noticed that the exterior siding in one area had recently been replaced....

Now that you have evicted any winter pests from your attic space, it is time to perform spring/summer maintenance to your home. We...

The South Carolina Safe Home program provides grant money to qualifying homeowners to be applied towards improving the wind resistance of...

Snow cream, snowmen, snowball fights and critter tracks. Our recent weather may have brought some of that beautiful white stuff to the...

Although our winters are mild, we occasionally experience freezing temperatures. Here are a few simple steps to protect your home and...

An ordinary attic space in a historic downtown home was converted into a cozy, functional, livable space. #smallspaces...

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Last week I attended an informative lecture presented by the Building Enclosure Council entitled: Project Enclosure Problems from the...

Your roof is a key component of the entire structure of your home. When a roof replacement is performed correctly, it delivers decades...

One of the most frequent questions homeowners ask is "Do I need a permit?" Always check with your local municipality's permit department...

The Screen Tight System consists of five parts: 1) The Base; Base comes in widths of 1 1/2 or 3 1/2 inches. The base attaches to the...

There are two main framing systems to a residential roof. Below is a description of these two systems and their components: Rafter System...

THE SIGNS THAT MEAN IT IS TIME TO REPLACE YOUR ROOF: Worn pipe boots Curling or broken shingles Three tab shingles older than 12 years...