Solid wood
If properly maintained, wood - lap siding, vertical boards, shingles, and shakes - will last for generations, and there's nothing else like it for a rich look. However, the hassle of protecting and maintaining wood drives many homeowners to other siding choices. Wood expands and contracts with the seasons, so it is prone to splitting and cracking. It is also prone to mildew in humid parts of the country.
Redwood, cedar, and cypress stand up well to rot and insects. These woods can b...
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Historic Preservation in New Jersey
M&M Construction Specialist offers historic preservation services. With over 25 years of historic preservation experience, we are ready to provide residents of historic structures across New Jersey with sensitive, historically accurate restoration and preservation services. Our skilled artisans and tradespeople can restore or replicate historic fabric - whether it be wood, copper, aluminum, or iron. We take great pride in attention to detail, ensuring that your home or business is resto...
Read MoreNew Jersey Roofing – Don’t Delay Fixing!
Many homeowners believe they can delay a roofing project. It can be a big expense, but the expense of a new roof outweighs the additional costs of damage to the interior of your home. Here are two BIG reasons why homeowners in New Jersey should never wait to replace a roof that looks like it needs to be replaced soon. Reason #1: Roof Leaks Obviously, the number one roofing danger of waiting too long is the costly and headache caused by roof leaks! Our team of experts have seen this a lo...
Read MoreVinyl Siding: Popular Styles
Many of our readers know that vinyl is among the easiest siding products to install and maintain, but simplicity doesn't have to mean boring! This article discusses just a few of the several styles of vinyl siding available on today's market, including: Traditional, Dutchlap, Beaded, Scalloped, and Shakes. Most people are drawn to vinyl siding because of its simplicity: simple installation, little to no maintenance and impervious to weather and rot. While it's true that vinyl really is all ...
Read MoreWood or Vinyl Siding in New Jersey?
Are you wondering if wood siding or vinyl siding would best fit your lifestyle? Read this article to learn which siding leads when it comes to cost, appearance and maintenance. Cost
In this category, wood siding does not compete with vinyl siding. Vinyl siding is one of the least expensive types of siding while wood is one of the most expensive types of siding. Cedar siding can cost as much as $8/square foot, which is nearly double the starting price of vinyl siding per square foot. Many h...
Read MoreInsulated Siding in NJ: Keep Warm this Winter
Do you wish that your vinyl siding held up better to the harsh winter conditions? If so, insulated vinyl siding may be just what you're looking for. Read this article to get the lowdown on what insulated vinyl siding is, as well as benefits and drawbacks. What is Insulated Vinyl Siding?
Insulated vinyl siding is a type of vinyl siding that has a foam backing called extruded polystyrene (EPS) foam. Even though vinyl siding has been on the market for quite some time, insulated vinyl siding is ...
Read MoreFire Restoration for NJ Homeowners
Suffering a fire in your home is one of your worst nightmares. In a matter of minutes, all your belongings and your home can be destroyed. Thankfully, M&M Construction Specialist is here to help you clean up and repair your home to what it once was. M&M Construction Specialist repairs dozens of homes each year in central and northern New Jersey that have suffered from fire, smoke, and water damage. Once the fire is put out, we will come by to tarp and board up the property to prevent ...
Read More17 ways to add curb appeal to your mid-century NJ house!
Mid-century homes come in all styles and sizes – generally with either “ranch style” or “colonial style” elements. The house above: A real mix of the two, and the exterior touches really give it…stature, even despite its small size – just 1,000 square feet. There is so much you can do to add great curb appeal to your post-war ranch, cape, colonial, bungalow, or split. Here are seventeen ideas to transform your NJ mid-century home into a modern and appealing structure. 1. The cupola above the ...
Read MoreClean Gutters in New Jersey
We found these gutters in Westfield, New Jersey filled with moss and debris. It is imperative to keep your gutters clean all year long.
When leaves and debris fill up your gutters, grass, moss and other plants can grow. These clogged gutters can cause water to overflow the gutters and back up underneath your shingles, leaking down the walls of the house, infiltrating your home and possibly leading to mold issues.
Summer is a great time to clean your gutters, especially before fall and leaves f...
Read MoreA Guide to Flat Roofs in New Jersey
A flat roof is different than a peaked roof, or A-frame roof. They have a different composition that prevents water from getting into the house. At the same time, they give a modern and minimalist feel to your house. Depending on the type of flat roof, your roof should last at least 10 years, depending on how well you maintain your flat roof.
There does come a time, however, when roof replacement has to be performed, especially when the roof is all worn out and hopefully before leaking occurs...
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