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Fiber Cement Siding Vs Vinyl Siding for Homes in Raleigh, NC
Are you building or remodeling a home in Raleigh, NC? Choosing an exterior siding is one of the most important construction decisions you’ll make. Nowadays, many homeowners opt for either fiber cement siding or vinyl siding. Below, we’ll run through the advantages of...
Up Your Home’s Curb Appeal: Repaint Exterior Trim
In a hot real estate market like Raleigh-Durham, every little boost to a home or business’ curb appeal goes a long way. One of the simplest ways to make your property stand out is to touch it up with a coat of paint. You don’t even have to repaint the entire exterior...
Fiber Cement Siding vs. Brick Homes
Brick homes have stood the test of time as durable, attractive exterior options for homes, businesses and other buildings. The Triangle area has a lot of brick structures, from historic homes like Ayr Mount in Hillsborough to new construction like the Durham Bulls...
6 Hazards of DIY House Painting
Of all the potential remodeling projects Raleigh/Durham area homeowners consider, painting is likely the most-attempted “DIY.” Most people think it’s as easy as buying a can of paint and a paintbrush. While you can paint a room that way, it skips over all the...
Robert Gordon Services Named Among Nation’s Top Hardie Contractors
Since the day our doors opened, we have been a proud partner of James Hardie, America’s most popular siding company. We’ve been singing their praises for many years, but now James Hardie is reciprocating the love. They have named Robert Gordon Services a 2017...
Replacing “Popcorn” Ceilings
Some trends come and go, but one that deserves to remain in the past is textured (or “popcorn") ceilings. Between 1950 and 1990, contractors thought of it as a great way to hide the joints of a home or any painting mistakes. Despite their ability to mask mistakes,...
How To Choose The Right Colors For Rooms In Your Home
Choosing a color for one of the rooms in your home can be a daunting task, but with some expert guidance, it doesn’t have to be. Each color inspires a different sense in people. Certain colors have become go-tos for specific rooms, while others are faux-paus for...
Can You Paint Your Home’s Siding?
There are many reasons to paint the exterior of a home. Maybe the colors have faded or chipped over time and need to be touched up. It’s also common for someone to buy a home and realize that they do not like the colors as much as the original owner did. Regardless of...
Siding Styles: Vertical vs. Horizontal
As you drive around the greater Triangle area of North Carolina, the overwhelming majority of homes you come across will have horizontal-styled siding. Just because most homes have this style though does not mean it is the right style for you. Many others are now...
Repair Or Replace: What To Do With Damaged Siding
The siding on a home is the first thing a person will notice. Cheap, unstylish or damaged siding can send a negative message to those passing by. Here in the Raleigh Durham area, we experience strong storms that will often send branches and debris flying. Siding may...