An old house can be there by accident but most of the time it’s because someone cared. It could have been the craftsperson from 200 years ago. Or it could have been the handyman that cleaned the gutters. Or it…
Why Quality Matters

New or old poorly operating windows are one of the most common home repair questions, with many homeowners at a loss at what to do. Nothing is more frustrating than a window that will not open, slams down when opened,…
We are told old windows are drafty, do not function well, and lose energy through the single panes. Window replacements are pitched as giving us better energy efficiency and longevity. But is it true? And with claims replacement windows can…
My husband and I are having an interesting conversation about wood stoves vs. pellet. He bought a pellet stove pre me and I’ve always preferred a wood stove. Just like many others out there he always thought he was being…
There has been a lot of talk about climate change. Sifting through the banter and rhetoric is exhausting and confusing. There are champions for change, and those seeking the status quo. You can dispute if humans are the cause or…
“We would be open to using salvaged materials in new construction, but don’t know where to start or what the pitfalls are. Where can I get used building materials?” Brad, Wakefield “We would be open to using salvaged materials in…
My home is a 60 year-old ranch and I recently replaced the original range hood fan/vent. I did this thinking it would help with the ‘open-window’ effect of the vent allowing cold air into the kitchen via the fan.…
Fall is perhaps the most beautiful season in New England. And by fortune or luck, this fall is gradually leading to the inevitable winter. This prolonged furlough from steamy days where we have had nice, moderate temperatures will inevitably be…