UncategorizedFix A Drafty Home: Why Is My Home Always Cold?15 Jan at 7:54 pm0Last week in “Ask Vern”, we discussed whether new windows are the best answer for fixing a drafty home. It’s…
UncategorizedAsk Vern: Will New Windows Save A Drafty House?5 Jan at 3:00 am0“Hey Vern, We live in a ranch home built sometime in the 1950s-60s. It’s not old but we have problems…
UncategorizedWhat Does Barn Raising Have to Do With Christmas?22 Dec 20206 Comments“These hills were once a wild frontier.” It’s a funny thing to think while out running errands, but I can’t…
UncategorizedAsk Vern: My Roof And Pennsylvania’s Snow Load15 Dec 20200“Hey Vern! I’m so glad I found you! I just moved from Texas to Reading and…it’s snowing!!! While I’m super…
UncategorizedYour Winter Roof: Ice Dams (And What To Do)3 Dec 20200Icicles: A Winter Scene or Ice Dams In Progress? Do your gutters look like a gingerbread house? Those icicles are…
UncategorizedCan I Paint My Vinyl Siding? DIY Do…or Don’t?23 Nov 20200I’ll admit: I love browsing home design sites. Whether it’s saving seasonal decor inspiration or keeping up with kitchen trends,…
Uncategorized5 Landscaping Mistakes That Lead to Home Repairs18 Nov 20201 CommentAt Martin, we like to say “If it’s near your home- it’s part of your home.” Want to protect your…
UncategorizedAsk Vern: Should I Switch To Vinyl Siding?11 Nov 20200“Hey Vern! I have an older home with wood clapboard siding. The paint is peeling- I know it’s not going…
UncategorizedAsk Vern: How Do I Enjoy My Porch When Summer is Gone?31 Oct 20203 CommentsHey Vern! This summer we’ve spent a lot of time as a family on the back porch.It’s our new favorite…
Uncategorized5 Fall Maintenance Checks for Smart Homeowners20 Oct 20200What’s the best part of kicking off the holidays? Well, if you ask Katrina…it’s the turkey. And, as a parent?…