Decorative vs. Operable Shutters: What’s Right For You?
Historically, operable shutters served to protect the glass of windows, increase the privacy of your home and provide insulation against the elements. These days, with improved window technology, the original purpose of operable shutters isn’t as necessary — yet, some homeowners still swear by them. So, how can you know if operable or decorative shutters are right for you?
Read More5 Ways to Save on Your Energy Bill This Summer
Utility bills are often highest in the months where weather is the most extreme. However, it might not be just heating and cooling your home that’s leading to such a spike in your energy bill — it might also be that you aren’t following certain best practices. Here are five tips to reduce your energy bill this summer and stay cool for less:
Read MoreWhy Shutters Are Important for Coastal Homes
Living on the coast has a lot of perks — warmer weather, access to beaches, great seafood — but it also requires some additional home maintenance. This is especially true if your beach house is your second home and you spend large chunks of the year away, unable to monitor the weather’s effect on the exterior.
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season
The bad news: Hurricanes can cause significant, devastating damage to land and property.
The good news: Generally, forecasters can provide enough advanced warning of an oncoming hurricane that you can prepare your home and reduce damage.
What Does Composite Really Mean?
There are some common misconceptions about composite shutters — and we’re here to set the record straight.
Often, when people hear the term “composite board,” they interpret it to mean “fake wood.” However, this is an oversimplification of a product that comes with several key advantages.
Your Annual Home Maintenance Checklist
There are certain home tasks that are ideal to do or double-check once per year, just to keep your home in great shape. You spend a lot of time inside your house, but how much time do you spend checking over the outside? With this checklist, you can head off exterior problems before they occur and fix damages before they become more costly.
Read More5 Steps to Prep Your Home for Winter
Prepping your home for colder weather doesn’t have to be a daunting task. In fact, we have a list of five fast tips you can knock out over the weekend. Trust us: You’ll feel great once you have these items checked off your to-do list.
Read More3 Easy Ways to Add Privacy to Your Home
Now that we’re all spending so much more time at home, it’s no surprise that many people are looking for new, simple ways to add a little extra privacy to their homes. However, you don’t have to turn your house into a bunker to feel more secluded — with even just a few small tweaks, you can create your own oasis.
Read MoreHow Long Can You Expect Your Shutters to Last?
Of course, wanting to know how long you can expect your shutters to last is a perfectly reasonable question.
Read MoreIs It Time to Get New Shutters?
If you’ve never had to replace your home’s shutters before, figuring out when to finally take the plunge can be an overwhelming task. For starters, how do you know when your shutters need replacing?
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