When it comes to home improvements and upgrades, energy efficiency has been the name of the game for years now. We all want a more comfortable, less costly home! But do modern technologies hold the benefits you’re looking for? Do insulated glass windows make a difference?
Read MoreThere isn’t a single homeowner that couldn’t benefit from a more energy-efficient and comfortable home. Though the number shifts by a percent here or there, roughly 45% of your energy usage can be attributed to your HVAC system. Lower cooling and heating costs are a big topic for all of us.
Read MoreOutside of a pane of shattered glass, many of us never really consider a window replacement. But replacing at the right time can provide you with a bunch of great benefits and perks, many of which should not be ignored! Do you know how often you should be replacing your windows?
Read MoreSome snowy weather and cold nights can be fun for a change, but these conditions also present some unique risks and forms of damage during the winter months. Looking for some help preparing for and preventing winter home damage? You’ve come to the right place.
Read MoreThere’s a lot to like about the winter season in Maryland. The holidays are here, you’ve probably got some vacation time, and the weather can be pretty. But the weather can also be a nightmare for the unprepared home. Need some pointers to winterize your space this season?
Read MoreFor all of its great benefits vinyl siding can encounter one particularly odd, and quite disfiguring, issue. Having troubles with melted siding, or not quite sure what it is you’re looking at?
Read MoreWith the weather getting decidedly warmer in the past few weeks, you may well be looking for ways to reduce energy use and increase home comfort. Want to know what home projects yield the most effective results?
Read MoreNot everything about the summer season is swimming and cookouts. Want to know what kinds of damage you might be dealing with this year? Follow along with the home service specialists at Shanco while we tell you what to expect, and what to do about it!
Read MoreOur spring and summer seasons carry some risks to your home that you may or may not be considering! There’s the rain, sure; you probably thought of that first. But the real big (but sneaky) one? The sun!
Read MoreAs one of the first major lines of defense for your home against sun, wind, and rain, the health and effectiveness of your wood siding is vital. Not to mention it’s a considerable investment, too, and one you’d likely prefer to keep around.
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