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Four new articles a month on the things homeowners in Westchester and NYC actually ask us about — timing, materials, prep, and how to tell a good contractor from a cheap one.
Latest · Painting
The Best Time of Year to Paint a House Exterior in Westchester County
Temperature, humidity and dew point decide whether an exterior paint job lasts three years or twelve. Here is the honest painting window for our climate.
April 14, 20265 min read
Read the article →Flooring
Luxury Vinyl Plank vs. Hardwood: Which Belongs in Your Home?
Both are good floors. They are good at different things. Here is how we decide room by room instead of pushing one product.
April 21, 20266 min read
Read more →Hiring a Contractor
7 Questions to Ask Any Contractor Before You Sign
The difference between a good renovation and a nightmare is usually decided during the estimate, not during the work. Ask these seven questions.
April 28, 20265 min read
Read more →Exterior Maintenance
Why Power Washing Before Painting Isn't Optional
Paint bonds to a surface, not to the film of algae and road grime sitting on it. Skipping the wash is the cheapest way to waste a paint job.
May 5, 20264 min read
Read more →New posts publish weekly — roughly four per month — covering seasonal maintenance, renovation planning and trade-specific how-tos for our service area.
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