It's no secret that our planet could use a little TLC. Global warming, which is caused in part by human-created carbon emissions, is causing extreme weather conditions, melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, and the disruption of the natural habitats of many species of animals.
Did you know that up to half the energy you use to heat or cool your home escapes through walls, windows, and your attic? Not only does this cost you money in the form of high utility bills, it's also bad for the environment!
There are few things worse than looking up at your home's ceiling and noticing unsightly brown spots or crumbling plaster. If this problem seems to have appeared out of nowhere, there's a good chance you could be dealing with roof rot.
Your roof is one of the most important elements of your house. It’s an expensive investment that keeps your family and possessions safe from wind, rain and UV rays. Throughout the year, your roof endures every change in the weather from the hot and dry Las Vegas heat to an occasional rainstorm. Keep your roof strong and secure by maintaining it year-round with these tips:
The Las Vegas heat can be oppressive for many of the most popular plants used in more moderate climates, but that doesn’t mean a Vegas homeowner needs to give up on a beautiful yard. Today, we’ll take a look at nine colorful plants that will feel right at home in desert heat, keeping your yard healthy and pleasing even when less hardy specimens would be wilting.
Painting the walls of your home’s interior is the simplest home maintenance practice that can greatly improve both the look and value of your home. White colors offer simplicity, elegance, and safety, which is why they are popular. However, white walls can make or break the aesthetics of your home, depending on the shade you choose.
If your home is in close proximity to your neighbor's space, switching up your landscaping is an easy way to add privacy to your yard. It's possible to make your yard more private using fencing, but you may prefer to utilize a more natural option. Or, you can enhance your open-style fence with privacy-enhancing landscaping for optimal results. When considering your options, it's important to make sure that your potential additions will thrive in the extreme Las Vegas heat. Here are a few heat-resistant alternatives that can add privacy to your outside spaces.
Many homeowners enjoy undertaking “do it yourself” home improvement projects now and then, but some things are best left to the professionals. Installing your home insulation is a project that can be very challenging and even dangerous for the average DIYer. Here are the top three reasons you should never try to install your home insulation.
Spring has arrived and with it should come your annual home maintenance checklist. This handy guide details the most important home maintenance tasks you should complete as the weather warms up:
So, you think you’ve done everything you can to gain the upper hand over your summertime cooling bills. You’ve caulked and sealed. You’ve insulated. And you’ve ventilated.
So, what on earth is that First Quality Roofing & Insulation crew doing across the street, spreading what appears to be white paint on your neighbor’s roof? What does he know that you don’t?
He knows that while it may look like paint, that cool roof coating may represent his last best chance to cool down his roof, reduce his energy bills and probably extend the lifespan of his roof.
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