Putting metal siding on houses is a great practice that can make a huge impact on the look of your home. It is always one of the first things people notice when they come to visit your home. In addition, it makes the exterior of your house as well as the neighborhood more appealing while also protecting your home from…
Are you unhappy with the color of your existing chimney? If so, here are some painted exterior chimney ideas and how to get the job done. First of all, you need a few tools to make it happen. Get yourself a ladder, a bucket and scrub brush, a drywall knife, mortar, a small brush, a tray to prepare the paint,…
The roof of a home is a very large and important element. While it covers the entire surface of your last floors, its area is actually much different due to the slopes of the faces of the roof. As such, when you need to calculate material for a roof renovation project you need to keep the slopes in mind. Here…
Skylights are windows on your roof that offer numerous benefits for your attic. At some point however you might choose to cover them for various reasons. Whether they’re letting too much sunlight in or they are right next to your neighbor’s balcony and allowing them to peek inside your attic, the best choice is to add a flexible system to…
Siding is a very important material for your home. It makes the exterior of your home look stronger and more appealing. In addition, it protects the interior of your house from weather conditions. Here are some different types of house sidings you can choose from. Vinyl siding Vinyl siding is affordable and offers a wide range of colors. In addition,…
The best roof systems for commercial buildings include TPO, PVC, metal roofs, and modified bitumen roofs. If you are looking into one of these materials to replace your commercial roof with, take your time before making a decision. Commercial roofs are large structures that inevitably become quite pricey, eating away a large chunk of your construction budget. Therefore, you need…
Gravel is a material used largely in the construction business. It is not only important in the initial phases of a new build, but it also plays an important role in maintaining the stability of the structure when the building is erect. In addition, gravel is also used by gardeners and landscapers to keep your plants watered correctly and your…
Both chimney shrouds and chimney caps are used to protect the flue of the chimney from intruders, small animals and other debris falling in and blocking it. The main difference between a chimney cap and a shroud is its appearance. A chimney shroud is made of metal and looks like a rain pan. Sometimes it can be put over a…
Exterior walls should not only be durable and protect your home but also have an appealing look. With these main features in mind, our pick as the best type of exterior wall is brick. So why do we love brick so much at RH Renovation NYC? Here are some of our reasons. First of all, brick is a very appealing…
A house foundation needs protection from erosion and water. You can achieve this by putting the right elements around it. Adding proper landscaping will not only make your house and curb more appealing but it will also increase the durability and stability of the structure of your home. So, what is best to put around a house foundation? The most…
