Home Run Financing

Many people are considering the question: Are solar panels worth it? You can answer in several ways. You might be able to cut your energy bills and may even be able to sell excess power back to your utility. Furthermore, solar panels can increase the value of your property. They may help you reduce your […]

Bad insulation costs money, creates unsafe conditions, and reduces your comfort. If you have poor insulation in your home, take action. First, learn how to identify signs of poor insulation. It pays to know what bad insulation looks like and how you can fix problems with home insulation. Table of Contents: Does insulation go bad? […]

No one wants to find themselves in the path of a hurricane, but it’s likely to happen at some point if you have a home on the coast of Florida. It may be small or a Category 5 hit. Either way, the damage can be significant if you don’t know how to hurricane proof your […]

What’s the difference between a boiler and water heater? Both heat water, so these appliances may seem to be interchangeable. Let’s explore the differences and why you might choose one or a combination of both. What is a boiler? A boiler heats water for your home. Some systems pump hot water through radiators in your […]

Choosing between impact resistant windows or hurricane shutters is vital for protecting your home from high winds. Hurricanes, typhoons and bomb cyclones in coastal areas, and tornados and derechos in the Midwest all afflict heavy destructive forces against your windows. Indeed, hurricane shutters will protect your home from more than just hurricanes. Here are the […]

Wondering when a roof needs to be replaced? Your home’s roof is essential to say the least. It protects you and your possessions from heat, sun, cold, wind, and rain. It guards you from pests and animals. It’s critical for a comfortable indoor environment. Ensuring that your roof is up to the job takes a […]

Communities across America are looking for efficient, cost-effective ways to prepare for and bounce back from extreme weather events, earthquakes, and wildfires, as well as make long-term improvements to their housing stock. Creating local jobs in the process is an important part of that effort. Meanwhile, homeowners are always on the lookout for ways to […]

A good heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system is worth the investment. With regular maintenance, it can last a long time. But no matter what you do, systems age. Eventually, you’ll have to consider a whole new unit — and it’s a major expense. To help you decide when your HVAC system is reaching […]

Roof leaks can be a homeowner’s nightmare — and they’re as common as they are worrying. A telltale water stain might be a small problem or a major roof repair issue, and it’s hard to tell without a professional roof inspection. Will you need to replace just a few shingles or need a whole new […]

Florida summers are long and humid, while the winters are short and mild. What Floridians may consider cold weather is barely chilly in other parts of the country. Do you need heating in Florida? Most Floridians agree that you do. Those occasional winter nights can feel pretty frosty, especially when you’re used to the heat […]

Homeowners in Florida know hurricanes bring damaging winds, but many Floridians don’t even bat an eye when a hurricane is forming in the Gulf or the Atlantic — they know how to prepare. Emergency boxes filled with candles, batteries, canned goods and water are stocked up and within easy reach. They put the lawn furniture […]

Having an HVAC system in good repair is absolutely necessary. In states like Florida, your AC most likely runs 360 days a year…and on the other five days, you need the heat. And living without heat during January in Kansas City is unimaginable. No matter where you reside, a comfortable home is a must. So, […]

If there’s one thing that all homes have in common, it’s that at some point, they’ll need to be repaired. Some of these repairs will be minor and cheap to perform. But when a big fix is needed, things are bound to get costly.  Funding expensive home repairs can be a challenge — especially when […]

Looking for a way to fund your next home improvement project? Depending on your situation, you may be able to tap into your home equity for some assistance. Having extra financing options available is one way homeowners can benefit from building home equity.  Before undertaking your next big project, it can help to first understand […]