Category archives for: Cape Cod Articles & Tips

Spring Season Repairs (Repair Winter Damage)

After the winter we had, and all the snow plowing, odds are there are many people on Cape Cod this spring that will need a mason, handyman or a landscaper to fix up the damage done during the winter season. Spring thaws may reveal damage to your property. Ice, snow, wind and the biggest offender [...]

Range Hoods Alleviate Poor Indoor Air Quality – Kitchen

Recent data released from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) suggests the air within homes can be more polluted than outdoor air…

The Advantages of Both a Liner Pond and a Preformed Pond, Rolled Up Into One Box! – Landscape

So you’ve decided to build your very own backyard water garden. You are in the process of actively planning out your design, and you’re visualizing the end-result. But have you paused to consider what kind of pond construction you will be using?

Stay Warm, Save Money By Winterizing Your Home – Plumbing and Heating

For many, winter means cozy evenings relaxing in front of a crackling fire. For others, it means high energy bills just to stay warm…

Winterize your home against indoor allergies

Fall and Winter allergies

Spring and fall are the most notorious allergy seasons, but as any of the estimated 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies know, winter can be just as uncomfortable. As we move our lives back indoors, we often seal up our homes to prevent the cold from seeping in. While that’s good for energy bills [...]

Turning Your Outside Faucets Back On

Water Line Bleeder Cap

Here is a question I got from a homeowner about turning on outside plumbing like faucets and outside showers on for the spring/summer season. How do I turn the water back on this summer to an outside shower? Tried turning on from the basement and water leaked out.  I was told from the previous owner [...]

Keep Water Out of Your Basement – Basement

As the snow melts and the ground thaws, you may find an unwanted sign of spring in your basement…

How To Safely Remove Ice Dams From Your Home – Roofing

You may have noticed long icicles hanging from your gutters and not realize the significance of the damage that may be occurring behind them. Icicles are usually one of the first warning signs of possible ice dams on your roof…

Basic Troubleshooting of Heating System Problems

Before you decide to contact a furnace or heating system repairman, take a minute and try to troubleshoot and fix your problem yourself. Your furnace may not be functioning due to a handful of simple problems that could be resolved quickly. Often it is the most basic problem that could be keeping your heating system [...]

Green Building Renovations

How to include green materials in your renovation project These days, we are extremely aware of the negative effect humans have had on the environment, and many of us want to use green products and maintain a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Fortunately, you can easily incorporate green building materials into your home renovations. Contact Our Cape [...]

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