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The Happy Home

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

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Vinyl Siding vs. Cedar Siding

Mark Watson, June 18
Vinyl siding and cedar siding—while both of them will protect your home, they couldn't be more different. Vinyl sidingfalse

How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?

Mark Watson, June 4
Are you cleaning your gutters often enough? Your home's gutters can easily be forgotten, as they are out of sight andfalse

5 Signs That You Might Have a Drainage Problem

Mark Watson, May 21
Are you worried that your home could have a drainage problem? That's not something that you can ignore. You need tofalse

How to Choose the Right Type of Window Coverings for Your Home

Mark Watson, May 7
After you have installed the right windows, it’s time to dress them in the right coverings. Blinds, curtains, shades,false

The 17th Annual Together in Teal - Ending Ovarian Cancer Walk

Exterior Medics, April 25
Exterior Medics is happy to announce our support of the 17th annual “Together in Teal” - Ending Ovarian Cancer walk onfalse

Sprucing Up Your Patio for Outdoor Parties

Mark Watson, April 24
It's about that time of year again: time to start hosting outdoor parties and events! If your patio has started to getfalse

7 Things All New Homeowners Should Know

Joe LeVecchi, April 10
Congratulations on your new house! Having a first house is a tremendously exciting experience, but it can also be anfalse

9 Places Where Mold or Mildew Appear in Your Home

Mark Watson, March 20
Are you worried about the potential for mold and mildew around your home? Mold and mildew can be difficult to get ridfalse

Should I Invest in Landscaping for My Home?

Joe LeVecchi, March 6
If you're looking to invest in your home, consider tackling the exterior and the landscaping first. While landscapingfalse

What's Your Front Door Style?

Joe LeVecchi, February 28
How do you feel about your home's front door? Does it have personality? Or is it just what came with the house when youfalse