Weather does not get much better than summer in the Pacific Northwest. With blue skies, dry heat, and beautiful evenings, it’s a shame to not spend as much time outside as possible. Do you have an outdoor living space you love? If not, it might be time to transform your home with a new [...]
Many Portland and Vancouver homeowners only replace windows when they are cracked or broken. This is a mistake! Windows need to be replaced for reasons other than because “they are broken.” Chief among these? To save you money.In this month’s post, we’ll outline ways in which new windows can save your household money. Read on [...]
Is it Time For New Siding? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Most homeowners don’t think about their siding that often. And why would they? Unless there’s an issue with your siding, it’s not something that requires constant attention. Unlike other parts of your home though, siding issues are not immediately noticeable.Unfortunately, damaged or faulty [...]
How To Choose the Perfect House Paint Color The color of your home says a lot about you. Not only is it the first thing any visitor will notice, it’s a reflection of your personality and taste. You want to make sure you are creating a good first impression that accurately represents your home [...]
If you live in “the ‘Couve,” then you’ve probably noticed the wide variety of unique homes in the area. From classic Bungalows to charming Tudors, this rainy city has something for everyone. Whether you’re an architectural enthusiast or can’t tell the difference between a Craftsman and a Ranch House, this post is for you. [...]
Making sure your home is ready for winter should be on the to-do list of every Portland area homeowner. Given the Pacific Northwest’s harsh winter conditions, not winterizing your home can lead to damage or at least a headache. In this month’s post, we’ll go over what you need to do to ensure your home [...]
Roofs are built to last. Hopefully, you will not have to deal with the construction of a new Portland area roof many times in your life. But when you do, you want to make sure it gets done right. Unfortunately, everyone has heard horror stories about roofing companies. While most roofers are honest businesses, [...]
Portland has so many things to offer, including distinctive houses and architecture. With over 150,000 houses in the city, you can find a variety of home styles-- from Bungalows, 2-story Tudors, large Foursquares, and more. If you’re wondering what era your house is, or want to identify the style of a home just by [...]
Here in the Pacific Northwest, it can be hard to know which deck material is the best fit for your new deck. Besides a material that will look great, you need to know it will hold up against harsh, rainy weather. The last thing you want to do is to spend all of your [...]
A solid roof over your head is one of the most important parts of maintaining your homes’ integrity and value. Taking care of your roof should be a top priority. With that said, if you’re coming at this subject with no previous roofing knowledge, you may have questions about where to start and how to [...]
