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Porch Light Colors: What Do Red, Purple, and Other Colors Mean?

By Henry Parker

Colors are often used to raise awareness for social causes, and porch lights, thanks to their visibility, give supporters the perfect way to show those colors. If you notice your neighbor has changed their porch light color to something other than the usual white, there might be a good reason behind it. Red Porch Lights […]

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Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?

By Henry Parker

Durability is one of vinyl siding’s greatest advantages, but it doesn’t guarantee you’ll love the look of your siding forever. If your siding has faded or you’re tired of the color, replacement isn’t your only option. You can paint vinyl siding to freshen it up, and you won’t even need hard-to-find paints or equipment. Before […]

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Does Your Home Need a Storm Door?

By Henry Parker

Storm doors are so common, it’s easy to assume they’re a critical building feature or even required by building codes. In reality, these doors perform several functions that can be highly valuable to some homeowners, but not to all. More than Just Protection from the Weather A storm door is an exterior door installed in […]

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Hardboard Siding 101

By Henry Parker

Thanks to its low cost and attractive, wood-like appearance, hardboard siding enjoyed several decades of widespread popularity. As the flaws of this siding began to emerge, though, homeowners who’d bought it became increasingly disappointed, eventually filing a class-action lawsuit against the manufacturers. Now almost no manufacturers produce hardboard siding, but you might still encounter it […]

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Vinyl vs. Steel vs. Aluminum Gutters

By Henry Parker

By directing rain and melting snow away from your home, your gutters protect your roof from leaks, your windows from rot, and your foundation from erosion. Not all gutter materials offer the same benefits, though. Low cost and ease of installation have helped vinyl and aluminum gutters gain popularity, but some situations call for the […]

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How to Cover Exterior Cinder Block Walls

By Henry Parker

Cinder block walls are practical and budget friendly, but they’re not always the most attractive option nor are they particularly weathertight when left unfinished. Covering a cinder block wall helps it fit the aesthetic of the surrounding buildings and improves its durability. There are several ways to approach the job, depending on the look you […]

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