5 Reasons to Consider Home Improvement Financing
Upgrading the exterior of the home is rewarding on an energy savings, personal, and financial level. Whether you’re opting for new replacement windows, roofing, siding and entry doors in MA, southern New Hampshire and/or Maine, financing the project is a concern for many homeowners. The good news is that home improvement financing can help complete […]
The Ultimate Fall Maintenance Checklist for New England Homeowners
Q: As the temperatures start to drop, I’m reminded that there are things I should be doing to get my home ready for fall and the colder temperatures. Do you have any tips? A: Yes! Even though we’re still soaking up the last rays of summer, September has arrived, and fall is fast approaching. Now […]
4 Energy-Zapping Culprits That Are Costing You Tons of Money
Did you know that the average cost of an August electric bill in Boston is $103.63? Unfortunately, there are numerous energy-zapping culprits in your home that are nothing but a money pit—but the good news is that exterior upgrades and home improvements can help with saving energy and keeping energy dollars in your bank account. […]
Melted Vinyl Siding
Q: I was outside over the weekend and noticed that a small area of my home’s vinyl siding appears to be melting. My husband believes that the melting is being caused by a reflection off our neighbor’s window. Have you ever heard of this happening? A: Thank you for your question. Yes, Yes, we’ve seen […]
The Whole Home Approach
Q: We had new roofing and windows installed last winter, but would like to ensure that our home is as energy efficient as possible. What advice do you have? A: Maximize Comfort, Minimize Bills with a Whole-Home Energy Strategy So, you’ve installed brand-new windows and roofing—congratulations! Naturally, you’re excited to start seeing those lower energy […]
Savvy Summer Home Renovations to Increase Your Home’s Value
Warm weather inspires homeowners to remodel their homes during the summer months. When homeowners ask us where to begin with their summer home remodeling, I often think of the following questions to help me best decide what summer home renovations I want to tackle: What will I enjoy designing and working on? How can I […]
50 Home Renovation Tips from the Big 50’s Coastal Windows & Exteriors
We’re blushing! Coastal Windows & Exteriors has been selected by Remodeling Magazine to be awarded the Remodeling Big50 for 2016. Every year since 1986, Remodeling Magazine inducts 50 owners of remodeling companies that have set exceptionally high standards for professionalism and integrity through exemplary business practices, craftsmanship, and impact in their community or industry at […]
2016 Cost VS Value Report’s Top Home Improvement Projects
Q: Which home improvements have the highest Return On Investment (ROI)? I am looking forward to my tax refund and starting some projects but not sure which ones should be top priority. Can you please let me know the top 5 projects that bring in the most ROI for my home? A: There are many […]
8 Telltale Signs That It’s Time to Replace Your Siding
Don’t Wait Until Winter to Protect Your Home Whether you have old, rotting wood siding and you’re tired of repainting—or you have vinyl siding that’s warped, faded, or cracking—now is the time to pay attention. Read on to discover the 8 telltale signs that it’s time to replace your siding. Wondering if You Should Replace […]
Vinyl Siding for Classic New England Homes
colonial home (photo credit: Pinterest) Okay, you’ve got a classic New England style home. A colonial, a victorian, an iconic wood shake. The exterior components on your home are made out of old fiber-based building materials – wood, pulp, and sand – materials that break down over time when moisture invades. This means regular maintenance to prevent […]