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Spring and Summer Window Replacement

It’s warming up outside – the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and it’s time to start thinking about summer projects. If you’re planning exterior renovations this year, now is the time! When it comes to window replacement, spring and early summer are the perfect time for new home windows. If you think that

Design

Dupont’s Tyvek Protec 120 Underlayment

There are new ways to improve your roof and one of the ways is to look for a synthetic underlayment product from Dupont. The Tyvek Protec 120 is a perfect underlayment to go on top of the roofing deck. Underlayment serves several purposes and moisture is one big important purpose. A solid and water resistant

ice dams

Insulating your roof

The latest trend in roofing technique is roof insulation. That is treating your roof like an energy efficient part of your home that can be expensive but is well worth the money.  Here are a few tips on just exactly what roof insulation is.

Additions

Garage Expansion For More Space

We live in Wisconsin which can be a challenging climate for builders and remodeling your home.  I am in the process of adding a bump out on the side of my garage and have been studying the latest and greatest building techniques for this project.  This is a relatively small remodel project and I have

Decks

Add on to your patio with an outdoor kitchen

I am in a remodel mode these days and my wife thinks it’s fantastic. So, if you’re discussing a remodel project or trying to decide what to remodel or add something cool and fun to your home, how about adding a deck or a patio to extend the time you spend in the great outdoors.

metal roofs

Metal Roofing Pros & Cons

There are many options to adding a new roof onto your existing home or if you’re building a new home.  Metal roofs are an option but let’s go through some of the pros and cons of metal roofing to asphalt shingles.  But no matter what roof style you choose, a metal roof can be an

Design

It’s time to think about a remodel.

Remodeling and lumber costs seem to go hand in hand and for good reason.  You can’t build anything without using all kinds of lumber and that includes plywood.  If you’re building a foundation the rising costs of cement has increased construction costs over ten percent.Navigate to https://www.aaafoundationservice.com/houston-foundation-inspection/ for everything about foundation services. Electrical costs have

Additions

Adding a bump out master bedroom to your current home

Home prices are out-of-control crazy right now and interest rates are at historic lows.  So, what does this mean to people who want to stay in their home and make their current home better?  It means you remodel or have an addition added to your current home. Lumber prices are starting to come down a

Additions

Need a new roof?

A true sign of the times is the visual observation of the skyline. We were out on our boat two weekends ago and noticed 24 construction cranes in the skyline from the east side of Madison to Middleton.  There’s a lot of construction going on in Madison and in Dane County.  Home sales are skyrocketing

Ridge Vents

Summer heat and roof damage

Wisconsin summers are heating up and so 2021 has been hotter than usual.  This is not a good sign for the shingles on your roof.  Roof’s become very hot during the summer and the damage that a worn roof can cause has a domino effect on the rest of your home therefore, it’s very important