What Is A Ridge Vent?
Sometimes I am walking around a house with a Client, and the discussion comes up (for various reasons) centered around their roof’s ridge vent (or lack thereof). In the moment, working to explain the concept of a ridge vent can be a little challenging, as in the process I often try to point out a […]
The Dreaded Ice Dam
In New England, overall, we are VERY fortunate when it comes to ice dams. In the Winter of 2014, we were hit REALLY hard with them throughout the region and in 2015 we went through a ‘junior version’ of the previous year. Thankfully, dealing with ice dams is not as common in this part of […]
Which Parts of Your Home Does Winter Damage Most?
Winter weather can be hard on your home. Cold temperatures, snow, ice, and strong winds can slowly wear things down if you are not careful. Knowing which parts of your home are most at risk can help you prevent costly repairs and keep your house safe and comfortable during the colder months. One of the […]
Where Can You Recharge Old Fire Extinguishers?
If you have an old fire extinguisher that needs to be recharged, there are safe and proper ways to handle it. Fire extinguishers are important safety tools, but they must be serviced correctly to work when needed. Not all places can recharge them, and some common assumptions can lead to confusion. One of the largest […]
When A Tree Falls On The Power Lines, Who Is Responsible For What?!?
When a tree falls on power lines, it can cause scary scenes, outages, and confusion about who is responsible. The answer depends on where the tree came from, who owns the land, and what was damaged. Knowing the basics can help homeowners stay calm and take the right steps. First, the electric utility company is […]
Damp Attic Walls
Attic walls sometimes get damp, and it can worry homeowners because moisture can lead to mold, rot, and other concerns. The good news is that this problem is common and usually fixable once you understand why it happens. One main reason attic walls get damp is condensation. Warm air inside your home naturally rises. When […]
How To Fix A Peeling Bathroom Ceiling
A peeling bathroom ceiling is a common problem, and it usually happens because of moisture and steam. Bathrooms create a lot of humidity, and if the ceiling was not painted or sealed correctly, the paint can lose its grip and start to peel. The good news is that this is something most homeowners can fix […]
How Soon Can You Shower After The Bathroom Is Painted?
One of the more commonly asked questions we receive when painting the interior of someone’s home is how long after a bathroom is painted that people can safely take a shower. The short answer is that it depends on the type of paint used, the airflow in the bathroom, and how humid the space becomes […]
Something Sneaky About Composite Material
Although certainly the material of choice (whenever possible) for exterior trim replacement and updating, there is something to realize when replacing rotted wood trim with composite material. Composite shrinks. This is something you may not realize when first electing to update things and convert to composite trim while aiming to guard against future rot. From […]
The Christmas Tree Nook
One of my favorite features of homes we work on – particularly older ones – is the seemingly random ‘bump-out’ that many of them have which serves as the PERFECT place to position one’s Christmas Tree. How did this come about being a common practice and was it originally meant for this purpose? Many homes […]
