Chocolate chip mint was America’s favorite ice cream flavor in 2021, says Reader’s Digest. Not the best-selling (vanilla still takes that sweet spot); the favorite. Similarly, shingles are North America’s most popular roofing material, according to HGTV. The three-tab shingle is America’s vanilla; to step up to chocolate chip mint in a roofing material, you [...]
Why did Vikings wear horns on their helmets? Is the Five-Second Rule really a rule? Are skylights energy efficient? People regularly flood the internet with questions like these. Not every question ends in a satisfying answer. Vikings never wore horns; a costume designer invented them. Bacteria do not own watches, so do not eat food [...]
Skylights allow plenty of healthful, abundant sunlight into your home while offering soul-satisfying views of the sky. Sun tunnels bring in brilliant daylight without the views. Four questions can help you select your better option. […]
Roofing contractors are consistently at risk of mishaps and falls, even if they have the proper safety equipment and follow the strict protocols required for all aspects of the job. A slippery surface, exposed tree or electric lines, a gust of wind, or a loose shingle can cause falls and injury. Unfortunately, falls can be [...]
How can you know when to replace windows in your house? When a smacked baseball hits a home run through a couple of window panes? When your newest energy bill from PG&E arrives? Or when a mother-in-law comments on the run-down look of your Sacramento home? Here are five signals saying you need replacement windows. [...]
Replacing a roof is a big undertaking. It can be overwhelming, challenging, and time-consuming. But a new roof will preserve your home’s value, protect against the elements, and give you peace of mind. As you get ready for a new roof, understanding the roof replacement process can help you feel more confident in your decisions. [...]
Some children ask more than 300 questions per day, according to a study. We will venture a guess that not one of those 300+ kid questions is, “Why are gutters important?” Homeowners may have plenty of questions about the cost-versus-value of gutters, but not kids. Let’s find out if you even need gutters on your [...]
Mold is a menace. While some internet chatter has exaggerated its risk, mold is a very real and worrisome problem for Sacramento-area homeowners. It affects indoor air quality, health, and home value. Let’s take a look at the problem and the solution. […]
Go ahead and call your folks. They’re worried about you, and they want to make sure you’re safe after the storm. But they’re not the most important call to make after a storm damages your roof — your roofer is. […]
Are lottery tickets worth their money? Not usually; the odds are against you. Are travel insurance policies worth it? Not for most airline travel, no. Are gutter guards worth it? Yes…and no. Let’s take a closer look. […]
