We’ve been getting a lot of inquiries about whether or not there are any asphalt roof shingles that qualify for the Federal tax credit for energy efficient improvements. The answer is YES! For specifics on your territory consult a local roofing contractor. We recommend Certainteed® roofing materials over any other roofing products on the market. Certainteed® […]
This is an excellent question, and the short answer is, “Less than you think!” The requirements for the Federal Tax Credit for energy efficient home improvements are fairly stringent. The standards are a U- value <= .30 and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) <= .30. (U-value measures the rate of heat loss through a […]
Vinyl windows have gained significant market share in Massachusetts over the past 20 years, but why? What do vinyl windows have to offer the typical homeowner in New England? Vinyl windows are certainly not right for everyone. What we tend to recommend to homeowners is if you like the look and feel of wood then […]
In the past ten years fiber cement siding has made leaps and bounds in the residential remodeling and new construction markets in New England. Market share for the siding is approaching 10% according to manufacturers and the Portland Cement Association. This may not seem like a large share but given the fact that the siding product was virtually […]
exterior of your home in Rhode Island there are several factors you should consider. Whether you plan on attempting the paint job yourself or hiring a Rhode Island painting contractor the three factors described below will be helpful. Factor #1: Strict Rhode Island Lead Removal Laws: Rhode Island is one of the strictest […]
