It’s a terrible feeling – you’re all comfy and cozy on your couch with a fresh drink, snack, blanket, and your latest TV show… but then you feel a slight breeze. It’s frigid outside and you’re paying precious dollars to keep your home at a comfortable internal temperature. Are you coming down with the flu?…
Windows are often overlooked in the home design and remodels. They’re a critical part of your home, of course. But they aren’t always a centerpiece that demands attention like your flooring, kitchen counters, or master bathroom can be. When people are looking to remodel or even simply update their homes they may focus their efforts…
Did you know you’re losing expensive air conditioning through your windows every day? Yes, even when they’re closed and tightly sealed! It’s a natural process for hot and cold air to be able to pass through the conductive glass of windows around your home. Think about it: if you stand near a window you are…
Is there anything better than a street of cheerful holiday-lit homes? Everyone stringing up lights and yard ornaments that fit their style and personality, celebrating the festive season, and spreading smiles to everyone – it’s almost like a Christmas card come to life! However, hanging holiday lights can also be a huge strain on you…
How is your winter budget looking? If you’re already feeling a little tight, you’re not alone. The holidays are expensive! You have to buy gifts, make meals, host parties, decorate your home and yard, and buy lots of seasonal needs like new coats, boots, and cold weather accessories. It is an expensive time of year…
If you’re experiencing problems with your windows, it can give you a huge headache, and leave you freezing during the winter. Your windows are a strong line of defense in your home against the outside elements, but windows are usually more permeable than walls. Because of that, they let in more heat or cold from…
Do you look at your utility bills? Many of us don’t pay attention to them. We link the accounts to online bill pay, check them occasionally and forget about them. They need to be paid to keep our homes running efficiently, so that’s all we worry about. But most families don’t realize that they might…
Oh, vinyl siding. A staple of the 80s in a variety of forms, vinyl is a versatile and common material. Just the word can make some cringe, conjuring up images of tacky home design or brightly colored decor. However, vinyl siding has taken a turn for the better. Gone are thick and cheap looking vinyl…
Stucco siding isn’t new. Ancient civilization used versions of stucco in their primitive homes, and people have been using them for their dwellings ever since. And it’s for good reason! Stucco is one of the most friendly and functional materials for siding, and it’s come a long, long way since those ancient civilizations. In fact, stucco…
Utility bills are an annoying but necessary part of life. Utilities keep your home running safely and comfortably, but sometimes it’s painful to realize just how expensive that can get. Utahns understand this more than most. Our summer months are hot, hot, hot. Then in the winter we’re trudging through feet of snow and battling…