The most important way to assure the structural integrity of your house is to “protect the envelope.” That means increasing the likelihood that the roof, walls, windows and doors are not blown off or ...

As we head into Fall it is a good time to plan projects to make your home more energy efficient when temperatures drop. Consider creating a thermal shutter from reflective insulation materials such as ...

While permanent storm shutters offer the best protection for your windows and doors, shutter orders and backlogs rise near the height of storm season. So the time to choose your window and door ...

Whether you're just moving in or looking to update your lived-in home, painting your doors and shutters is one of the simplest and most effective ways of improving your curb appeal. It's an easy and ...

Deciding on windows can be doubly fraught. Not only do they impact a home’s beauty and personality from the outside, but, as architect Kevin Clark points out, “Nothing has as much effect on an ...

Dear Jerry: I never paid much attention to the shutters on our 1928 stucco home until the recent windstorm ripped five of them off! When we retrieved the shutters, I realized they were a thin plastic ...