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When you own a home built in 1942, there’s never a dull moment. A month ago, I tackled the gutters on my Dayton home, covering them with guards right before the leaves began to fall.  The next project on the list is a new walkway, in an effort to make the front of my home […]

Gutters. They can be one of the most neglected parts of your Mason, Ohio home. Unless they’re in a complete state of disrepair, they likely don’t contribute or detract from a home’s curb appeal. But gutters are central to protecting your home from water damage. Believe it or not, there are quite a few different types […]

Hiring replacement windows in Dayton can be a process. And that’s as it should be. If you don’t invest time into research, you may end up hiring an inferior product and/or installer. However, unlike cleaning your current windows, which are old and stubborn, it’s only a one-time chore if it’s done right. Anything that’s worth doing […]

It is raining and the window will not close. What can you do? You can’t go out and get replacement windows at a time like this. Most likely you are in an older Dayton home with wood frame windows that have received multiple coats of paint over the years. Paint is one of the main […]

The time has come; you need new siding. And if you’ve ever had work repairs on your Dayton home, you know to do your due diligence when researching local Miami Valley home construction companies. Just as important is research on the products. Dayton siding might not be as exciting as a new bathroom, but it’s […]

Few things are more validating than successfully completing a do-it-yourself home improvement project. Granted, DIY projects are just more for the “list,” but they can save you a whole lot of money. When you have an older home like myself, these renovations mean I can invest in my home while still being able to pay […]

Obtaining Dayton roof repair services if your roof needs it from a reputable roofing company, such as Van Martin Roofing, isn’t just important for safety reasons – it’s also important for the curb appeal of your home. Your home’s curb appeal is important in establishing a positive first impression on guests and potential home buyers […]

This weekend marks the return of the annual Beavercreek Popcorn Festival, and as the season for outdoor festivals winds down, a season of torrent weather is just around the corner. Winter weather can cause significant damage to your Beavercreek home, which is why it’s so critical to ensure that your Beavercreek shingles are up to par before the […]

For Beavercreek homeowners, the challenge of financing a new roof can be so overwhelming, delay becomes a default strategy. The question changes from, “How can I afford a new roof?” to “Can I afford a new roof?” before fading into, “Someday I’ll be able to afford a new roof.”

You get regular checkups for yourself, but have you considered a checkup for your home? A home energy audit is a great way to see where you can save money on energy, and keep your family cool in summer and warm in the chilly Dayton winter. Simple changes, like replacement windows, can amount to big […]