When you first drive up to a property, this is the structural part of what you see that is designed for the living space. Now if you have a huge ranch you can brag that people first saw your barn, fountain or Guest Cottage, but let’s keep this focused for the majority of people.
When the structure’s exterior is sealed it will keep the inhabitants warm and dry and happy through the seasons and the years. If there are small or major problems there will be anguish, possibly anger at the weather or at least the last workman on the property. Let’s start with the exterior walls and trim.
Exterior Trim
Maintenance on exterior trim prevents future expenditures that could have been avoided. What appears to be the most common cause...
Exterior Walls
There are a number of wall finishes that can be applied on a structure. For residential homes of modest means,...