We all know the classic business saying, “You’ve got to spend money to make money.” We have a little bit of a spin on that: “You’ve got to spend money to save money.” Homeownership can include lots of projects that could fall within this category: getting a more efficient heating system, putting in new windows […]
Energy costs often peak during the winter months, especially here in the Northeast. In fact, the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimates that residents of the Northeast account for about 80 percent of the nation’s heating oil consumption! Not only that, but heating prices have been steadily rising over the years, making winter a tough time […]
Your roof will eventually have to be replaced after 15 to 20 years of keeping the rain, snow, and other undesirable things out of your home. You might even have to replace it sooner if you live in an area that’s prone to bad weather. Depending on where you live, the complexity and size of […]
Installing a new roof is arguably one of the most important home improvement and repair projects. Although there’s nothing exciting about a new roofing, you’ll understand how important it can be should your old roof collapse, allowing water to leak through inside your house, ruining your walls, your carpets and your expensive furniture. A […]
On average across the country, a person will spend a little under $8,000 when installing a new roof. The range can be anywhere from about $5,000 up to a little over $10,000. As you would expect there are some cities where the average is a bit higher such as Denver where it typically costs in […]