Home Exterior Remodel & Improvement
The home exterior is the first impression each visitor has about your house. Here’re our useful guides that fit every family’s budget to make your exterior more inviting

Home Exterior Remodel & Improvement

Sawtooth Roof
| Updated July 27, 2022 | Published December 18, 2020

If you are interested in building a sawtooth roof for your home or outbuilding, we have all the important details about its advantages, drawbacks, how to construct this type of roof as well as some of the finest examples of the roof design from around the world.

Skillion Roof Structure
| Updated August 7, 2022 | Published December 15, 2020

A skillion roof is a durable, versatile and high performing residential architecture option. This type of roof can add sophistication and minimalism to any home, thus making it a very popular choice as a contemporary roof design.

Aluminum Vs. Vinyl Gutters
| Updated March 18, 2021 | Published December 14, 2020

Gutters play an essential role in keeping your home’s foundation safe from rainwater damage. Without them, melting snow and rainwater will cause soil erosion and even damage your roof and windows. This is why it’s very important to choose the best quality gutters.

| Updated July 30, 2023 | Published December 14, 2020

Rain gutters do more than protect buildings’ foundations from downpours. By channeling rainwater out and away from your home, gutters minimize the risk of floods in basements or damaged siding that can harm your landscaping. What’s more, if you want to conserve water, gutters are the best solution as you can direct runoff into a rain barrel and use it as your garden’s reservoir.

Barndominiums
| Updated February 2, 2021 | Published December 11, 2020

If you’ve never heard of barndominiums, or you’re curious about this house style, then it’s about time you knew about the practical living solutions of barndos. Over the years, this modern alternative living idea has caught the attention of ranch dwellers in rural areas. Thanks to the barn-like features of barndominiums, their character is what sets them apart from other farmhouse style homes.

Gutter Alternatives
| Updated January 10, 2024 | Published November 15, 2020

Most homes come with traditional gutters to collect rainwater and protect the building’s foundation from destructive water seeps. While gutters have their advantages, they have their fair share of problems; from clogging up to cracking and let’s not forget their less than appealing appearance.

Masonry Chimneys
| Updated January 15, 2024 | Published October 15, 2020

There is perhaps nothing more cozier than sitting in front of a fireplace with your loved ones. Almost all traditional homes have fireplaces, but this doesn’t mean a newly built home has to miss out on this enjoyable experience. If you have cold winters in your region, and you want to add a fireplace in your home, the first step is to choose a chimney. Masonry chimneys are without doubt one of the most popular options because of their aesthetic appeal.

Gambrel Roof
| Updated July 26, 2022 | Published September 24, 2020

Contrary to popular belief, gambrel roofs aren’t just used for barns, sheds, and garages. They are also seen in mansions and Dutch Colonial style houses. In this article, I will explain everything you need to know about a gambrel roof, its history, pros and cons, and how to build one for your home.

Wood Siding for Home Exteriors
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published September 2, 2020

If you want to renew the exterior of your home, wood siding is one of the most attractive options that will turn heads for years to come. This aesthetically appealing material is highly versatile and comes in a variety of profiles, from modern planks to traditional shakes. And the best thing about wood is you can paint or stain it any color you like to match your home’s exterior.

Exterior Home Siding
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published August 31, 2020

Siding gives is what gives your house exterior its definitive shape and feel, and also affects some properties of the interior. There are many options for exterior siding, each having its upsides and downsides (pun intended). All the choices and sometimes drastic differences between the materials can be confusing and overwhelming for someone who is new to the topic.

Hip roofs
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published August 16, 2020

Replacing your roof is one of the biggest home improvement projects you’re ever likely to do, so you’ll want to ensure you get it right. When deciding on the wood framing of the new roof, a hip roof style is the most popular choice because of its modern and highly durable design.

Stone Siding for Home Exteriors
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published August 9, 2020

There is something truly authentic about stone houses that most of us love so much. So what better way to create the same look by adding a beautiful stone effect to your home’s exterior? The innovation in both natural and faux stone has come a long way to transform a home’s exterior from the ordinary into extraordinary.