Window materials

  Trying to decide which type of windows to install can sometimes be overwhelming. To help you take the confusion out of window shopping we listed the pros and cons of each type of window material below:   Fiberglass Pros: Fiberglass windows are very durable with good thermal performance. They are low maintenance and can be painted to any color you desire....

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Do you have woodpecker damage?

With all the wood used to build log cabins and homes up here in the North Georgia Mountains it’s only natural that sometimes woodpeckers can be attracted to your house. Woodpeckers can be very damaging to your home. Holes can be drilled into wood siding, window frames, and trim boards. Woodpeckers prefer cedar and redwood, but will damage pine, fir, cypress, and other...

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Controlling erosion

  Erosion control is not just for keeping water away from your house. Did you know that when water from rain or sprinkler systems travel down slopes it will erode soil and wash pesticides and fertilizers into waterways? It can also ruin your landscape design by carving out gullies and uprooting your plants, not to mention causing water damage to your home! There are...

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Swimming Pools

The Summer is just around the corner and you might be considering getting a pool to keep you cool in the Georgia heat. There are two types of pools to choose from above ground and in ground. So which one is best for you? Below we will discuss some of the major differences to help you decide.   Installation- Above ground pools are able to be installed fairly quickly,...

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Looking to add curb appeal?

Are you looking to upgrade the outside of your home or add some curb appeal without a complete remodel? If so check out these simple improvements:     – Restore your front door. A new front door can look impressive, plus it might be able to pay for itself in added resale value.   – Renew siding and trim. Although it can be expensive updating...

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Low flow toilets

If the toilets in your home are from the mid 1990s or earlier you should strongly consider installing new ones to save big on your water bills. All new toilet models are low flow. The current Georgia code according to The National Energy Policy Act mandates that all new toilets have to be low flow toilets using no more than 1.28 gallons per flush. Low flow toilets are a...

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