Category: Home Improvement Blogs
(BPT) - (Photo depicts samples of James Hardie® siding, wood based siding, and vinyl siding simultaneously exposed to direct flame until failure.)Last January, the Eaton Fire swept through the San Gabriel Mountains, devastating several Southern Cal...
(BPT) - Having backup power isn't just for emergencies anymore. Today, homeowners and renters should consider using a home battery system (like a solar generator) as backup power to run their daily appliances and devices.That said, not everyone knows w...
(BPT) - Having backup power isn't just for emergencies anymore. Today, homeowners and renters should consider using a home battery system (like a solar generator) as backup power to run their daily appliances and devices.That said, not everyone knows w...
(BPT) - Spring is a great time to take a fresh look at your outdoor spaces and spruce things up in time for get-togethers and barbecues, or simply to boost your home's curb appeal. But it can be a challenge to make the time for big outdoor projects whe...
(BPT) - Spring is a great time to take a fresh look at your outdoor spaces and spruce things up in time for get-togethers and barbecues, or simply to boost your home's curb appeal. But it can be a challenge to make the time for big outdoor projects whe...
(BPT) - In the first three months of 2026 alone, there were 26 disaster declarations in the U.S. — higher than the five-year average. This includes emergencies like fires, severe storms and floods, all of which put your home and valuables at risk...
(BPT) - In the first three months of 2026 alone, there were 26 disaster declarations in the U.S. — higher than the five-year average. This includes emergencies like fires, severe storms and floods, all of which put your home and valuables at risk...
(BPT) - It's finally here: plenty of bright sunshine, warm weather and the lively atmosphere that only summer can deliver. You're totally ready to kick it up a notch and enjoy the season, but is your home? Beyond doing a deep clean and de-clutter for t...
(BPT) - It's finally here: plenty of bright sunshine, warm weather and the lively atmosphere that only summer can deliver. You're totally ready to kick it up a notch and enjoy the season, but is your home? Beyond doing a deep clean and de-clutter for t...
(BPT) - You probably know someone in your community who makes a difference every day. Whether they are a health care worker or first responder, a teacher or Army Reservist, a community volunteer or veteran — or simply one of your neighbors who de...
(BPT) - You probably know someone in your community who makes a difference every day. Whether they are a health care worker or first responder, a teacher or Army Reservist, a community volunteer or veteran — or simply one of your neighbors who de...
(BPT) - Building a deck is one of the best home improvement investments you can make. Homeowners are able to recoup about 95% of the cost of building a new wood deck and 89% of a composite deck when they sell their home, according to the latest Cost vs...
(BPT) - Building a deck is one of the best home improvement investments you can make. Homeowners are able to recoup about 95% of the cost of building a new wood deck and 89% of a composite deck when they sell their home, according to the latest Cost vs...
(BPT) - Across the country, developers are breathing new life into abandoned hospitals, historic churches, vacant offices and deserted malls, transforming these underutilized buildings into apartments, hotels and mixed-use spaces through adaptive reuse...
(BPT) - Across the country, developers are breathing new life into abandoned hospitals, historic churches, vacant offices and deserted malls, transforming these underutilized buildings into apartments, hotels and mixed-use spaces through adaptive reuse...
(BPT) - As temperatures rise and lawns come out of winter dormancy, the first lawn mowing of the season becomes a critical reset point for overall turf health. Lawn care experts say how homeowners approach this first cut can influence everything from r...
(BPT) - When temperatures drop, the last thing homeowners want to worry about is whether their furnace will keep up.Your furnace works quietly in the background all season long, helping ensure every room stays comfortable, daily routines run smoothly, ...
(BPT) - As temperatures rise and lawns come out of winter dormancy, the first lawn mowing of the season becomes a critical reset point for overall turf health. Lawn care experts say how homeowners approach this first cut can influence everything from r...
(BPT) - When temperatures drop, the last thing homeowners want to worry about is whether their furnace will keep up.Your furnace works quietly in the background all season long, helping ensure every room stays comfortable, daily routines run smoothly, ...
(BPT) - Homeowners today expect more from their kitchens than ever before — and for good reason, as nearly half of Americans consider it to be the most important room in the house.This is driving demand for smart appliances that make daily life s...