EIFS vs Traditional Stucco: Which Exterior Makes Sense for Your Home?
From the curb, they look almost the same. Two homes, both wearing that smooth or lightly textured plaster finish. One is traditional cement stucco. The other is EIFS. And the…
Warning Signs Your Home’s Exterior Needs Attention
Your home’s exterior takes a real beating year-round. Sun, rain, wind, and freezing cold all wear it down a little at a time. Most of the damage starts small. A…
Where Homeowners Waste Money on Bathroom Remodels
Bathroom remodels look small on paper. They rarely are. A tight space packs in plumbing, tile, glass, and wiring. That mix is why costs climb fast. Plenty of homes around…
When to Repair Your Metal Roof and When to Replace It
Metal roofs are built to last. A good one can protect your home for 40 to 70 years. But no roof lasts forever without some care. Sealants dry out. Fasteners…
What a Roof Inspection Actually Covers (And Why It’s Not Just a Quick Glance)
“The roofer came out, walked around for five minutes, said everything was fine.” I hear this all the time. And look—maybe everything was fine. Or maybe five minutes isn’t nearly…
Traditional or Contemporary? Can’t Decide? Then Transitional Design Suits You!
You are planning a new home or a large makeover, but you cannot decide on a style. Is it a toss-up between the traditional style of comfortable furnishings and classic…
Guide to Stucco Maintenance
PAINTING AND RECOATING Parex USA Finishes are generally beautiful for many years of service. However, if desired, Parex USA acrylic finishes can be recoated with Parex USA DPR Coating or…
How to Stop Carpenter Ants in the Fall & Winter
We wrote a blog post earlier this year about carpenter ants in New Jersey and how to keep them away in the spring and summer. This month, we’re going to…