Homeowners Encouraged to Apply for State and Federal Weatherization Incentives AUGUSTA, ME (August 2010) – Weatherization has become a new buzzword due to national and statewide efforts promoting energy efficiency. Homeowners who weatherize their homes by adding insulation, air sealing, or replacing heating systems may be eligible for up to $4,500 in cash and tax […]
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Common sense planning pays off in bathroom renovations
While the kitchen often is considered the most essential room in a house, the bathroom places a close second among homeowners, according to Frank Webb’s Bath Center website. “You want these spaces to be comfortable and welcoming while reflecting your lifestyle and personality as much as possible,” notes the national website, which reveals a local […]
Hardscaping: Taken for granite
With central Maine having experienced one of the most glorious summers ever, much more attention has been directed, lately, toward enjoying outdoor living spaces at home. Sure, the season hereabouts is usually pretty short, and adapting to outdoor conditions is more challenging than elsewhere due to the severity of the weather the rest of the […]
Roofing: Over your head selections for beauty and longevity
All roofs are not created equal. Today’s building industry offers an array of products for beautiful roof installations and renovations that marry functionality, creativity, and thoughtful application. Asphalt shingles are most commonly used in North America with fiberglass and composition shingles falling into this category. Architectural or 3-tab styles come in a range of colors […]
Security systems for peace of mind
Anyone who has ever been the victim of a burglary or home invasion will understand. Coming home to find that an uninvited stranger has entered your home in your absence, either by force or through an unlocked door or window, is devastating on many levels. Having a stranger rummage through and often destroy your drawers, […]
Paint: Give your home a fresh, new look
As the days get shorter and the nights get cooler we naturally begin making the transition from outdoor living to life indoors. After a summer of fun it is easy to bring the fun summer colors inside. Even if summer colors are not your style, you can still make your home look stylish and new […]
Flooring: Go ahead, tread on me
Technology has the floor. A dizzying assortment of “engineered” materials – meaning, essentially, man-made fabrics, laminates, other hard surfaces – provide homeowners with all sorts of new flooring options and combinations of texture, color, utility, and environmental/green sensitivity. And it is all more durable, more functional, and easier to install and maintain than ever before, […]
Financing your home remodeling project
One of the most important considerations for your home remodeling project is financing. After all, the project will go nowhere if you can’t pay for it. Fortunately, there are several options that can provide the dollars you need. Four of the most common are a home improvement loan, a home equity line of credit, a […]
Generators: Stay plugged in and safe when power outages strike
The average U.S. household will lose power five times this year. Many of those outages are caused by unexpected emergency weather situations. This September, the Ready Campaign hopes Americans will honor the seventh annual National Preparedness Month by taking simple steps to prepare for emergencies such as power outages. “This means you can power computers, […]
Window covering safety and design tips
Children’s rooms Parents and parents-to-be have a million things on their minds when it comes to raising their children. But every parent needs to be aware of child safety, and this begins in the home. Children’s rooms are the best place to start. According to child-safety experts, the typical focal points for decorating a child’s […]