Passed during the 117th Congress by the House and Senate in early August, President Biden officially signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law on August 16, 2022.  The IRA includes the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Program (HEEHRA) and the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (EEHIC), which offer millions of homeowners financial incentives, including a 30% tax credit, to further electrify, insulate, install replacement windows, exterior doors, remodel and renovate their homes.This once-in-a-lifetime congressional legislation encourages homeowners to participate in the worldwide goal of further

As we enter 2022, we are in an unprecedented time of building supply shortages.  For everyone involved in the construction industry, the nicest way to characterize this past year is “problematic”.   Brought on by a deadly and persistent pandemic, miscalculations, the shutdown of factories for nearly a year in some cases, severe disruptions in the construction materials supply chain, increasing demand from homebuyers, and the explosion of work from home spaces needing to be expanded or built out, building material supply shortages have, at

Both homes and buildings throughout much of the country were once made of wooden siding unless more expensive brick or stone options could be afforded.  Since wood siding looked natural and rustic, it was a popular choice, especially since the rudimentary tools of the time made it easier to fashion wood planks versus other types of coverings.  If a different color other than the natural wood color was desired, paint solved that issue. Regardless of which color was desired, paint of that color was

Have you been pondering a home improvement project that would not only benefit your family’s current living situation and could be enjoyed by everyone, but that would also add value to your home?  There are many projects to consider, but adding a sunroom allows for an increase in living space, a warm area in cooler months and a cooler space in the summer, and an additional area for entertaining, working on projects and hobbies, and hosting sleepovers. Sunrooms make a great addition to an

Siding is the outer covering of a structure that keeps the home or building safe from the elements and the insect world.  At first, home and building siding was made of wood and stained or painted to give a protective covering against the elements and pests.  Then siding began to be made out of tin or aluminum since it didn’t rot or become infested with insects.  However, these options still needed to be painted to protect the metal from deterioration and to add beauty

Pergolas are typically open, airy, and relaxing outdoor room structures with cross rafters that add a sense of style, elegance, beauty, and functionality to outdoor settings.  They can be freestanding or attached to a structure, are generally much larger than arbors, and their unique beauty exceeds that of awnings or patio covers.  Pergolas are great for introducing more shade through cross rafters, lattice, or cloth weavings without blocking too much light.  As one of the most popular trends in landscaping, showing up in backyards,

Choosing the right replacement windows for your home is an important undertaking because quality windows have been proven to add significant value and increased aesthetics to a home.  Most of the time builder-grade windows are installed in new homes.  By replacing windows after the initial windows have served their purpose, it’s not only a great way to save on energy costs, but it is also the perfect opportunity to install the type and quality of windows you want.  Replacement windows will last much longer,

Renovating a home is an exciting time for homeowners.  A Home Renovation project renews and refreshes old, outdated, worn, or damaged interior or exterior features of a house.  Many home features are worthy of renovation dollars, but many still think of kitchens and baths first when it comes to home remodeling. There is no question that kitchens and bathrooms are worthwhile and rewarding renovation projects, but many types of home renovation projects are initially overlooked and a number of these projects lend themselves to

Your Content Goes Here Vinyl siding has never looked so good.  And home remodeling experts have taken notice. A far cry from the vinyl siding of the past, the NEW vinyl siding that has recently been developed is very easy on the eyes.  Not only is vinyl siding quickly becoming a fashion statement, but the ease of installation, maintenance, insulation value, and enhanced resale value are prompting savvy home buyers and homeowners alike to embrace this new twist on an established and proven