When you’re renting out a house or an apartment, you’re walking the fine line between keeping that apartment competitive on the market, while still pocketing enough profit to pay for its upkeep and make the investment worth the trouble. As a landlord, it can be difficult to fork over money for unnecessary improvements: if it isn’t broken, why fix it? Some new upgrades, like windows from places like Five Star Windows Inc and nicer finishes, will pay off in the end.…
Fiber cement siding is the tough kid on the block in terms of siding choices. Made form a mixture of cement, wood pulp and sand, it can withstand the harshest elements and last for decades longer than other siding options, such as aluminum and vinyl. Very little maintenance is required, and the James Hardie siding comes in a wide array of colors and patterns, making it a fitting choice for most any style of home.…
The large trees around your property have provided you with shade, beauty, and plenty of sticky tree sap. To ensure your trees don’t pose a threat to any nearby buildings, you might decide to cut down a few limbs off your tallest trees. However, this job can’t be completed with just a ladder and pole saw—you’ll also need several pieces of safety equipment and a few precautionary tips to ensure you finish the job without sustaining unnecessary injuries or causing any property damage.…
