Braintree Ma: Deck Safety 2012: Preventing Deck Failures

AZEK Deck Redland Rose 3317

By: Allison Q Guido, CS AZEK Deck Redland Rose 3317As a professional remodeler I find that decks are probably the project we get the most calls about but are the hardest to sell. Why is that? We find that homeowners often think that decks and porches are an easy project that any handyman or part-time carpenter can do and aren’t sometimes aren’t willing to hire a professional. This often … [Read more...]

Halifax Vinyl Siding: Classic Traditional Style

The news that author Maurice Sendak has died has saddened many people today. Sendak is best known for his children's classic, Where the Wild Things Are. This short story features a boy named Max and the adventures he has after being sent to bed without his supper, having been very naughty indeed. For countless people, just a glimpse of this book will bring them back to their childhood.That's why … [Read more...]

Simple Change, Dramatic Results: Holbrook Vinyl Siding

"Is this the same house? I can't believe it's the same house!" Elayna's mother-in-law was gushing, and Elayna couldn't contain a smile of her own.  Her family had expressed some significant hesitations when she and John had purchased their first home - a fixer upper just outside of Holbrook - but now, a year later, things were different. "We had vinyl siding installed," she explained.  "We … [Read more...]

Quincy: Why Vinyl Siding is a Good Choice for Your Parent’s New Home

"I thought Mom and Dad were going to live in their home forever, I guess," Dylan M. said. "I just never really thought about it.  But then Dad had his stroke, and it's been hard for Mom to keep up with everything.  Downsizing made sense.  We just wanted them to find a home they'd both be happy in." Many people are finding that they need to help their adult parents find a new living situation … [Read more...]

Pembroke: Why Is My Vinyl Siding Noisy?

"Why is my vinyl siding noisy?"  This question was asked recently on the Boston.com website, and we think correspondent Peter Hotton did a good job answering it. There are two aspects to consider: one is the physical nature of vinyl siding, which, like any solid material, expand slightly during warm weather and contract slightly during cold weather.  This can cause some noise, but rarely does … [Read more...]

Bridgewater: Does Vinyl Siding Fade in the Sun?

The maintenance-free appeal of vinyl siding makes it a top choice of many Bridgewater homeowners. People do have concerns and questions about vinyl siding, though. One of the most common questions we hear is does vinyl siding fade in the sun? How long will vinyl siding look good on the home? We can tell you, with absolute confidence, that all vinyl siding will fade with time.  Sun exposure … [Read more...]

Holbrook Windows: Important Safety Tips to Protect Your Child.

April 1 – 7, 2012 has been deemed National Window Safety Week. Windows are great they provide ventilation, emergency escapes and natural light but windows can also pose a risk of a fall  in the home if safety measures are not followed. Massachusetts Building Codes are designed to require that at least one window in each room is large enough to act as an escape route if necessary. In addition … [Read more...]

Abington: Vinyl Siding A Top Choice For 16 Years

Abington Vinyl Siding is the Stylish Option

The US Census Bureau tracks a lot of information about the American people. One of the items they keep track of is the exterior cladding on our home. They count how many homes have vinyl siding, how many have brick siding, how many have wooden clapboard siding, and so on. It turns out that vinyl siding is our country's top choice - and it's been so for over 15 years! Nationally, vinyl siding is … [Read more...]

Plymouth Ma: Mark Caruso Supports MS Walk for the 13th Time.

On April 1, 2012 CAT Exteriors's Mark Caruso, along with his family, will join with the rest of “Team Jen” for the 15th Anniversary Plymouth’s MS Walk. For the last thirteen years Mark, his wife Jean and children Owen (whose 7) and Emilyn (whose 9) and the rest of Team Jen have walked in honor of Jennifer Cook of Whitman Mass, to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis … [Read more...]

Braintree: Three Questions to Ask Your Vinyl Siding Installers

Have you decided to choose vinyl siding for your Braintree home? Congratulations - you've made a smart choice. Vinyl siding is an attractive, durable, cost-effective way to enjoy a good-looking home without committing to an exhausting maintenance routine. Remember, Braintree vinyl siding never has to be painted: the color stays strong and bright for years! The next task you have is to locate … [Read more...]