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Gutter repair is a favorite DIY for homeowners looking to save some money on their home improvement projects. With all the hardware and tools available at your local hardware store, it’s tempting to think Yeah, I can definitely do this myself.  If you’re an experienced handyman or have replaced to repaired gutters before, you may … more »

Choosing a roofing material is a balancing act. With cost, longevity, and appearance in the mix, homeowners have to pick their battles. Here, we’ll dive into the pros and cons of five common types of roofing materials to help you make an educated decision for your next roofing project.    Asphalt Shingles The most common roofing … more »

Just three years ago, Indiana had one of the fastest-growing solar energy industries in the United States. It created 1,100 solar jobs in 2016 and doubled its residential capacity from 2016 to 2017.  Senate Bill 309, passed in 2017, heavily curtailed net metering incentives for Indiana homeowners. And the industry started too slow. Since 2017, … more »

So, you’re replacing your roof. That’s awesome. Your contractor advises you to have a ridge vent installed as well, to lengthen the life of the shingles or to maintain your shingle’s warranty. Are they just blowing you smoke? Or are ridge vents as important as they say? More importantly, what is a ridge vent and … more »

Home heating equipment leads to 15 percent of all house fires in the U.S, according to the National Fire Protection Agency. Twenty-seven percent of those are started by chimneys. That’s about 14,053 fires annually. To say American homeowners don’t clean their chimneys enough would be an understatement. If the phrase “chimney sweep” conjures images of … more »