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What to Do about a Rotting Wood Front Door

If you have a rotting wood front door, you have two choices: repair it if the rot is limited to a small area, or replace the door if the damage...

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The Benefits of Vinyl Siding for Your Home

The main benefits of vinyl siding are durability, low maintenance, a wide choice of colors and styles, and a lower cost than most other exterior materials. For Connecticut homeowners comparing...

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How to Choose a Front Door Installer

The right front door installer is licensed and insured, has a solid track record with local homeowners, works in your area, and can explain clearly what the job involves and...

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Upgrade Your Front Steps: Small Changes with a Big Impact

If you want to upgrade your front steps, you do not need to rebuild them. New railings, better lighting and a few well-chosen details around the entry can change how...

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Choosing Outdoor Railings for Your Home

Choosing outdoor railings means balancing three things: safety, appearance and how much upkeep you are willing to do. Railings protect people from falls on steps, porches and decks, and they...

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How to Prep Your Home for Spring in the Wintertime

The best way to prep your home for spring is to start while it is still cold. Winter gives you time to spot damage, clean up indoors and line up...

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December Home Improvement To-do List

A December home improvement list does not need to be long. The cold months are the right time for a handful of indoor jobs that make a Connecticut house warmer,...

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How to Choose Patio Doors for Your Connecticut Home

Choosing patio doors comes down to four things: how you want the door to open, how much space you have, which material suits your home’s exposure to the weather, and...

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Entry Door Replacement in Connecticut

Entry door replacement may not be the most exciting home improvement project, but few projects do as much for the money. A new front door improves how your Connecticut home...