While insulation and radiant barriers get a lot of attention, attic ventilation is critical to a healthy, energy efficient roof. Without it, your attic could actually cost you money. That’s where ridge vents or a solar attic fan come in. Ridge vent vs Solar attic fan Which is better for your roof? A ridge vent […]
Friends don’t let friends hire this kind of remodeling contractor
How to qualify a remodeling contractor Dreams of a new kitchen or bathroom can quickly become nightmares. All it takes is choosing a bad remodeling contractor. Some are bad by design. Some just don’t know what they don’t know. In the end, it’s you who has to clean up the mess. Here’s a better idea: avoid the […]
Watch how these replacement windows help build three new homes
A replacement window is made for a specific space. Unlike new construction windows, if these windows even a half-inch off, it won’t fit properly and can’t be installed. Gulf Coast Windows recently donated over $250,000 of these windows to Habitat For Humanity. See how it helped.
What few know about the most desperate fight of the Battleship Texas
Her 14-inch guns came to life at 5:30am the morning of June 6th, 1944 just off Omaha Beach marking the start of Operation Overlord, better known as D-Day. The Battleship Texas, maintained that bombardment all day long. For any other ship, this might have been its greatest moment. For the Texas, it was just another day […]
It’s shocking what a drinking water filter can remove from tap water
Water is critical to your survival. And yet, do you know what’s in your water? Many of our water resources lack even basic protections, making them vulnerable to contamination.
Composite window frames help keep comfort in and energy bills down
Windows represent the single greatest potential source of energy loss in a home. Insulating replacement windows have taken a giant leap forward with the introduction of composite windows. Composite window advantages Composite windows are designed and constructed to withstand even the harshest conditions, season after season. Made from materials similar to those on car bumpers, […]
How vulnerable are you to a door kick in? The facts are shocking.
Less than inch of wood stands between you and a burglar. In fact, 73% of burglars gain entry to a home by a door kick in. One or two strong kicks to a door will crack the frame allowing burglars entry to your home. Even with an alarm, police response time can be 20 minutes or longer—more than enough time for a burglar to get what they want.
You won’t miss a tub after seeing this master bathroom remodel
When’s the last time you took a bath? Truth is most bathtubs go largely unused. That’s why many master bathroom remodels include removal of the tub to make space for a larger, more luxurious walk-in shower.
Honey bees are a good thing until they find a home in yours
We are surprisingly dependent on honey bees. No other species plays a more significant role in producing fruits and vegetables we take for granted—and their population is in decline. Albert Einstein once remarked, “Mankind will not survive the honey bees’ disappearance for more than five years.” Spring is home shopping season for bees. Scouts leave […]
Driveway leveling, no messy tear-out
Your driveway can easily fall victim to the same problems Houston’s highly expansive soils cause to foundations. When the soil underneath expands and contracts, your driveway can go gradually out of level section by section. Rather than tear-out the old concrete, Du-West now offers an easier driveway leveling solution.
Siding showdown: Hardie compared to your other siding choices
You have choices when siding your home. Even though Tom has endorsed Hardie for over 14 years, it’s wise to know your choices and see which is the best fit for your residing project. So, we compare three options side by side: vinyl, OSB siding and James Hardie Siding. See how each performs.
Three home remodeling project secrets
The biggest secrets to successful home remodeling are often in all the little details. Ask any pro and they’ll tell you: knowing which matter most helps you achieve better results with every home remodeling project. So, which matter most?
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