The Power of ColorPlus® Technology
James Hardie’s ColorPlus® Technology provides advanced methods of adding vibrant color to your home siding and trim with lower maintenance compared to field-applied paint. When you select your siding, be it HardiePlank® lap siding, straight edge or staggered edge HardieShingle® siding, or HardiePanel® vertical siding, you can also choose the palette of hues that undergo […]
Three Different Ways Poor Siding Can Be a Silent Killer for your Home
When’s the last time you took a close inspection of your Chicago home’s siding? Sure we glance at it every time we’re outside but how often do we take a good hard look at its condition? The siding on our homes does more than just add appeal to the exterior’s appearance. It also offers many […]
From Wood to Fiber Cement
This Minneapolis home nods to the architecture and feel of a log cabin. It blends in with its natural surroundings and provides a place to soak it up on the wrap-around deck. The refreshing re-side of the home’s exterior feels similar to the original, but looks much more polished and protected. From worn away […]
5 Chicago Suburbs that Need an Exterior Remodeling Company with Experience
Exterior home remodeling is a service everyone homeowner needs at some point in their property ownership. And the Chicago suburbs is no exception. In fact, Chicago home remodeling projects are especially unique because of the many historic and unique architectural styles found throughout the sprawling suburbs. That’s why finding the right home remodeling company with […]
Why Glencoe Homeowners Require the Right Roofing Contractor
Every home needs a good roof built to protect the property. Whether it’s time for a replacement or your home has weathered damaging storms, it is important to find the right partner among the many roofing contractors in Glencoe to choose from. The roofing contractor you pick can mean the difference between a quality repair […]
Higher End Chicago Homes Need Higher End Roofing – DaVinci Roofscapes is the Answer
Chicago is home to many beautiful high end homes. Mansions dotted along the lakefront and gorgeous historic homes tucked into small village streets make the area unique. When it comes to taking care of your higher end home, you need to carefully consider the products and brands you choose for its exterior. The roof is […]
Midwest Grays: Clad your Home in Various Shades of Gray
Gray is the new go-to neutral. Gone are the days when the color sparked gloom and drab thoughts. Now, home design experts call on grays for a modern and alluring exterior hue. James Hardie’s HardiePlank® lap siding in Pearl Gray is the most popular pick of the Midwest. It’s a cooler, lighter gray, making it […]
Wood Species: Western Red Cedar vs Alaskan Yellow Cypress
There is a lot of information to digest when considering a new wood roof. One of the more important items is the species of the wood. Different woods have different characteristics that will play a large role in maximizing the durability while dramatically changing the appearance of your home. Typically, most cedar roofs are Western […]
Clad your Bungalow in James Hardie® Siding and Trim
Between the early 1900’s to the 1930’s, the bungalow was the dominant home style in the U.S. The simple, small one-and-a-half-story homes boast a sloping roof, a front porch and sparse décor. And each neighborhood was stocked with the style. In the Midwest, entire subdivisions were bungalows. In fact, the housing style still represents about […]
How to Calm Residents Fears Over Construction HOA Costs
Want to get your residents a little stressed out and fearful? Start talking construction HOA costs. It is often a hard sell to get them all on-board to invest into their properties. You may even be tempted to avoid bringing up the conversation at all. This is one of the worst things you can do. […]