According to national color expert Kate Smith, the most timeless roofing colors used on American homes include black, gray and cedar. Colors that are gaining popularity in “shaking up” today’s roofs include shades of green, clay and terracotta. “Black never goes out of style for any...
Read MoreOnce, state-of-the-art in plumbing was cast-iron drains and brass supply pipes. Now, those materials have been replaced with PVC plastic, copper, and flexible cross-linked polyethylene, known as PEX. But whether the pipes are plastic, metal, or a combination of the two, it's the plumber's skill...
Read MoreWater always flows downhill, and by the easiest route possible. That is the basic concept behind a French drain, a slightly sloped trench filled with round gravel and a pipe that diverts water away from your house. The name actually is derived from the name...
Read MoreThere is no doubt that the decision to build a pool requires an analysis of your financial situation. It is an expensive proposition and then there are maintenance expenses as well as insurance and tax implications. Recouping your investment when you sell should most assuredly...
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