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Going Through Different Siding Options

Jan 23

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As the temperature dips, homeowners start to realize just how well insulated their home is when bills arrive.  Sometimes it could be the temperature has fallen dramatically for an extended period, leaving your thermostat virtually merciless to take a break.  Although, in reality, a home’s ability to regulate temperatures better than others could be because one’s vinyl siding installations are more capable, durable and modernized.
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Window Tinting For Your Home

Dec 9

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Looking for ways to update your home without investing too much financially is a question that many homeowners ask themselves.  Making subtle updates to the core parts of your home, whether it’s replacing windows or adding newer shingles to your roof, is probably one of the best ways to counteract rising heating and cooling costs.

One of these subtle updates is improving your windows without having to replace the entire structure through the addition of window tints.  Home window tinting provides you with at least three benefits: a much more stylized viewpoint from outisde, energy efficiency and protection for your furnishings inside.

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Key questions to ask yourself before a major renovation project

Nov 30

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Whether you’ve just bought a house, inherited a property or simply want a fresh look for your home, you should be sure to refurbish your personal space in the best possible way: with plenty of preparation. By using this handy list of things to consider, you too can avoid the possibility of undermining good intentions with poorly thought-through planning.

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Finding the Right Hot Tub for your Backyard Renovation

Aug 25

Posted by janderson in improvement, remodeling | 1 Comment

When looking to renovate your backyard, one easy way to pull off a new yard that your family and friends will love is by adding a hot tub.  While buying a new hot tub may seem like an easy task, there are several different features to take into account when searching for your perfect hot tub.

  • The Cover.  Always ask your retailer what cover comes with the hot tub as this is a very important component of your hot tub that many buyers overlook.  These covers range from between $250 to $500 and if you are stuck with a cheap cover, there are bound to be problems.  If you are living in an area that receives annual or year round snowfall, be sure to buy a cover with thick plastic sheeting to prevent water from snow melt seeping into the Styrofoam insulation and making the cover extremely heavy and reducing its effectiveness dramatically.  The thickness of the Styrofoam insulation is also important, as the thinner the insulation is the more costly it will be to keep the water heated.

 

  • The Shell of the Hot Tub.  The shell is another component of the hot tub the can increase the insulation of the hot tub and save you from high heating bills.  Shells on cheaper hot tubs do not come with foam insulation under the hard cover of the shell and heat will easily escape from the underside of the tub, while other hot tubs may have the foam insulation on the underside of the shell, allowing for insulation on all sides of the tub when the cover is closed.

 

  • Weight.  If you are planning on placing your new hot tub on a deck or other raised surface, be sure to check the weight rating of your deck and be sure to check the dry weight and wet weight of the hot tub you are purchasing.  Remember, you shouldn’t assume your deck can support the weight as hot tubs cause severe damage to decks all the time.

Overall if you do your research on Hot Tub Comparisons like the one on FindTheBest, you will be sure to find the right hot tub that will become a staple in your new backyard.

 

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My name is Jeff, and I work for FindTheBest.com, where we build comprehensive, human-curated comparison tools in order to help people make better, more informed decisions.

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5 Summer Home Improvements

Jul 31

Posted by digiorgi in bathrooms, improvement, remodeling | 1 Comment

5 Summer Home Improvements

As warmer weather approaches, there are many improvements you can make to your home this summer season. From outdoor to indoor there is something to make your home more presentable this summer as you get together with family and friends.  These following renovations will make your home more enjoyable this summer while also adding value.

  1. 1. Storm Doors- Summer is known for its humid weather and thunderstorms. Protect your doors from the elements this summer by installing brand new storm doors.  DiGiorgi offers Provia Storm Doors which protect your main doors from the elements while bringing style to your home. Not only will they protect your main doors but it is a great way to bring natural summer light into your home. 

  1. 2. Spruce up Your Backyard- Nothing defines summer more than outdoor barbeques and campfires. Add a new patio set and fire pit to your backyard this summer.  Adding these features bring comfort and fun to your home.  Whether for parties, small gatherings, or just a night with the family, a patio set and fire pit allow you to escape to your own backyard getaway.  The fun can last into the fall. Want to really add to the yard?  Remodel your outdoor patio with one of DiGiorgi’s  professionals.

  1. 3. Remodel Your Bathroom- The one room everyone enters when they visit your home this summer is the bathroom. If you’re tired of the outdated tile and style in your bathroom it’s time to remodel. DiGiorgi is running a Flip Your Bathroom special, just in time for summer. Everyone will rave about how great your bathroom looks! Remodeling your bathroom also adds value to your home. By remodeling this summer, your bathroom will be ready for the fall and upcoming holiday season.

  1. 4. Paint a Room- Painting a room can be a fun activity to do indoors by yourself or even with your family. Pick a room this summer to re-paint. Choose a brand new color or just update the old one. By refreshing the paint in your home you receive a 112% return on your investment.  Not to mention you can break from the summer heat and stay in your air conditioned home as you paint the room.

  1. 5. Install Energy Efficient Windows­- Does your electric bill skyrocket every summer because of air conditioning costs?  By installing Infinity from Marvin windows by DiGiorgi, you can conserve energy by keeping heat in or out of the house. These windows also add décor and style to your home. As fall approaches and the nights cool down, open the windows to let the fresh air in, or keep them closed to preserve heat. Best part of installing Infinity from Marvin windows is you can qualify for an energy tax credit of up to $500. 

 

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Carol DiGiorgi is the owner of DiGiorgi Roofing and Siding, Inc., a Connecticut home improvement and building company, family owned and operated since 1933. Ms. DiGiorgi and her professional remodeling team have experienced first hand the evolution of green building practices and how the volatile economy has stimulated increasing energy efficiency in home improvements.

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Facing tighter budgets, more homeowners are rethinking remodeling

Feb 26

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With more Americans downsizing their household budgets, larger-scale renovation projects are out and frugal remodeling is in. And when it comes to saving money, experts say home improvement projects that increase energy efficiency are among the best investments to deliver paybacks — now and in the future.

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