If you live in a colder part of the United States, winter is likely just getting into full swing for you. While some people love the cold and the outdoor activities that come with it, it can also make for an extremely uncomfortable home if your house isn’t properly prepared for frigid temperatures. The same…
Category: DIY vs Pro
How to Choose a Spray Foam Insulation Contractor
There are many benefits to adding spray foam insulation to your home – especially if you live in the greater Grand Rapids area and have to deal with brutally cold winters each year. Of course, that spray foam insulation is only going to help keep your home warm if it is installed correctly. So how…
Thinking About DIY Home Remodeling or Home Improvement Projects? Here Are Some Reasons To Hire A Pro
Who doesn’t love to save money? Most people will admit that saving money is on the top of their priority list when it comes to any home improvement project. If you are thinking about doing your own work to save a little money you may want to consider the potential costs of screwing up because…
Time to Hire That Home Project Out? Ask These Questions Before Signing with a Contractor.
If there’s any professional in this world that get as bad a rap with adults as dentists do with children, it’s contractors. “They’re late!” “They nickel-and-dime ‘ya!” “They lied to us!” … and so on. But before we share the full list of grievances we strive to avoid here at GreenFIT Homes, know this: nearly…
Stop Drafts & Save Cash With This Commonly Overlooked Home Improvement
Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but we’re going to tell it to you straight: winter is coming. (Please don’t shoot the messenger.) If you remember anything about our dreadfully long, ice-cold winter last year, you might already have a sinking feeling in your stomach knowing that September is nearly over. We certainly…
What Home Improvements Increase Resale Value
With spring finally beginning to take hold, both homeowners and home improvement contractors in Grand Rapids are preparing for this year’s projects. If you’re like most homeowners, you probably have a list of projects for the home, from basic maintenance projects to life-enhancing optional improvements. Whether you’re thinking of selling your home in the near…
3 Basic Questions about Air Sealing Your Home
Many people realize that their home could benefit from more insulation, or better insulation in Grand Rapids or the surrounding areas. But have you heard of the “Golden Key” to reducing draftiness and improving energy efficiency? It’s actually air sealing, which, in combination with insulating to the proper R-value, has been shown to save up…
Is Insulation a DIY Project?
Certainly any investment in insulation will likely begin to both accrue energy savings and improve home comfort almost immediately – a warming thought in chilly months. The question for many people is whether it makes sense to tackle the project yourself or consider hiring a professional. Depending on a number of factors, home insulation can…
For a Range of Insulation Options, Hire a Pro
We have found that there are usually a few options for any given location in the home that needs more insulation. Some of these options require specialized experience or equipment, so they’re not typically found in the average home improvement store. If you do take a tour of the insulation options in a home improvement…