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The Happy Home

An inspirational home improvement blog for building and maintaining a lovely dwelling.

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Make Them Shine: 6 Cleaning Tips for Gorgeous Windows

Mark Watson, April 16
Clean windows are more than just impressive to guests and neighbors. A clean window lets in more light, makes thefalse

Exterior Medics Announces Expansion of Business into Fredericksburg, Virginia

Joe LeVecchi, April 1
Springfield, VA – April 1, 2018 – Exterior Medics, a leading remodeling and roofing contractor serving Northernfalse

The Dangers of Exposed Shingles and Siding

Joe LeVecchi, March 20
Our homes aren't just places that we can go to sleep, relax and stay comfortable during the seasons, but they also helpfalse

How To Check For Wind Damage

Joe LeVecchi, March 6
High winds don't just have the potential to down trees and damage power lines, but they can also do a number on yourfalse

What You Need to Know About Tree Trimming and Pruning

Mark Watson, February 20
Have you looked out your window and realized that your trees are looking a little . . . well, shaggy? If so, you're notfalse

Maintenance Tips for Your Exterior and Entry Doors

Mark Watson, February 6
Your front door is likely the entry door that receives the most attention in your home, but all of your exterior doorsfalse

Top Five Exterior Home Trends for 2018

Joe LeVecchi, January 31
Design trends come and go, but if you are considering some upgrades to your home’s exterior, you are going to want tofalse

How to Maintain Your Driveway and Walkways This Winter

Joe LeVecchi, January 12
With winter weather on the horizon, there’s no question that much of the United States will receive its fair share offalse

2017 DIY Recap

Joe LeVecchi, January 2
One thing people love more than succeeding at a do-it-yourself project is hearing or seeing how someone else fails.false

The Happy Holidays Safety Checklist

Joe LeVecchi, December 15
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, it’s estimated that hospital emergency rooms treat aboutfalse