Exterior Remodeling Resources & Tips

January 9, 2023

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Working with Window Contractors

Homeowners often focus on which window type to choose for their replacement, scouring installers for the lowest quote and the best quality window. These are valid concerns that you should consider. However, they're not the only factors to be mindful of. Other common mistakes can be made when choosing a window installer. Avoid the added stress, time, and costs by avoiding these missteps!

December 5, 2022

Deck Maintenance Basics

Even though our decks are outdoor spaces designed to endure the elements, taking care of them can help extend their lifespan. Routine maintenance can also ensure that your deck is safe and beautiful for your family and guests. Wondering what basic deck maintenance entails? These helpful tips will get you started on taking care of your outdoor space.

October 18, 2022

How to Maintain Your Wood Deck For the Winter Time

It's fall and winter time, which means that you'll have to start thinking of ways to maintain your wood deck and your decking boards. All the dirt, snow, water, and debris on wooden decks can really deteriorate your decks if left unchecked. The last thing you want is moldy decks and other wood problems that will lead up to more costly repairs. With our extensive experience in wooden decks, here are some of our tips and points on how to prevent damage to your deck during the coming winter. If you've done any research on how to properly maintain a wood deck, then this article will be very familiar.

September 9, 2022

Add Curb Appeal with These Stylish and Practical Tips for Exterior Doors and Windows

We love a great front porch theme with decor, seating, and maybe a few plants. However, hand painted signs and fashionable doormats can only add so much curb appeal. To truly make your home look inviting and sophisticated, you'll need to address its "bones." Often, this means taking a look at your exterior doors and windows.

August 19, 2022

How to Design the Perfect Sunroom Addition for Your Home

Adding a sunroom is perhaps the best way to make use of your outdoor space and expand your indoor living area. These multipurpose rooms invite you to relax and unwind with the ambiance of the outdoors and the convenience of indoor features. But how do you design the perfect sunroom to enjoy all your home and yard have to offer? We'll tell you!

July 12, 2022

Designing a Mudroom and Entryway to Embrace the Outdoors

Does your entryway or mudroom keep the outside out? Or does it embrace the outdoors and act as a welcoming transitional space? Traditionally, these spaces were dark and enclosed. Today, more and more homeowners are using these tips to design a mudroom or entryway that is bright, airy, and inviting.

April 18, 2022

Plants - The Perfect Decor Accessory for Your Porch or Sunroom

Your sunroom or porch is a lovely way to enjoy the outdoors without having to venture into the wild. Exposure to sunlight, fresh air, and a view of nature can all be experienced without giving up your interior comforts. Whether you have a cozy decor theme or a modern aesthetic, plants are the perfect way to bridge the gap between the outdoors and in.

March 8, 2022

Eight Cheerful Spring Decorating Ideas for Front Porches

We all love to adorn our porches with burlap and pumpkins in the fall or hang a lovely wreath for the holidays, but it is finally time to freshen up our front steps for spring! Longer, warmer, sunnier days are the perfect excuse to add some cheer to your porch and celebrate the return of spring.

February 1, 2022

Can the Outdoors Help You Cope with Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight saving time; whether you love the extra hour of sleep in the fall or enjoy the longer hours of evening light in the spring, the initial change brings one thing for us all. Decreased daylight. Darker mornings can disrupt your body's natural sleep-wake cycle in the spring. Thankfully, there is an easy remedy to the adverse effects of decreased daylight. The outdoors!

January 6, 2022

Adding a Retractable Awning to Your Home

Whether you live in a climate that is warm year-round or where a warm day is something to be savored, chances are you want to be outside to enjoy it. A retractable awning can turn your home into an oasis despite the weather. This simple and affordable addition to your deck or patio will effortlessly create the perfect spot to entertain, rain or shine.

December 16, 2021

Enjoying the Outdoors Again This Winter

It’s easy to enjoy all that outdoor space you have when it’s nice and warm outside, but as soon as the cold hits, it seems like the outdoors becomes off limits. We know it can be frustrating to not be able to enjoy your own space or have fun doing outdoor activities when the temperature starts to dip, but just because mother nature decides to cool things down, that doesn’t mean you HAVE to give up being outside.

November 8, 2021

Types of Porches and Decks

We love our homes, so it’s not a surprise many people extend theirs by building a porch or a deck. Some readers may be asking, “Aren’t porches and decks the same thing?” No, they’re not. We understand that the distinction between the two is so minuscule, most people don’t know them.

October 12, 2021

Sunrooms Are for Fall Too!

There are tons of reasons why installing a sunroom in autumn is a great idea. We listed our favorites below. Here at Carolina Home Exteriors, we know sunrooms and why adding one to a house can benefit the owners in numerous ways.

September 9, 2021

Fun and Elegant Back Porch Ideas & Designs for Small Homes

Even if our homes aren’t mansions, we want to have all the luxuries those who live in larger homes have. A back porch is one of those things that, once you have it, you wonder how you ever lived without it.

August 18, 2021

How To Choose the Right Entry Door

Selecting an entry door for your home is a big decision. It’s the first thing people see when they come to your house, and in many cases, it’s one of the most visible attributes of your domicile.

July 13, 2021

How to Choose New Windows

When it comes to windows, there are more than a hundred different styles and materials to choose from. Here's the ultimate guide to choosing new windows.

June 11, 2021

5 Smart Spring Home Improvement Projects to Fall in Love with Your Home Again

Are you a homeowner also falling out of love with your home? Worry no more! The market offers homeowners multiple ways to refresh their living space. From transforming your mudroom into a stunning guest room to installing a beautiful patio, here you can easily find the perfect home improvement tips.

April 7, 2021

How to Choose the Best Exterior Remodeling Company

Remodeling your exterior is more than simply making your house look more aesthetic. From ensuring sustainability to crafting a budget, there is a lot you have to do before the project. However, to ensure the perfect final look, you need to hire a dedicated team of skilled workers.

April 9, 2020

Four Seasons vs. Three Seasons Sunrooms: Which Is Better For You?

Having a sunroom is a great way to spend more time enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds your home without having to deal with the weather. Nothing is better than being able to sit in a sunroom and listen to the rain while enjoying a cup of tea!