Tag: New Jersey
3 Steps to Budget for a Remodel
If you’re like many homeowners in the New Jersey area, there are things about your home that you’d like to change. In fact, you may even need to complete some major projects before the seasons change, like putting on a new roof or replacing your windows. Unfortunately, when it comes to home improvement, figuring out […]
3 Ways to Ditch the Dining Room
Does your home have a formal dining room? Many homes do because they used to be the standard; however, just like formal living rooms, dining rooms are on the way out. Homeowners are starting to realize that it’s just too much square footage to be used only a handful of times a year. Instead, they’re […]
How Winter Weather Affects Your Roof
New Jersey winters are generally fairly mild compared with other states in the U.S. However, winter weather can still affect your home’s roof in some serious ways. At Tom Madsen LLC, we’re the area’s experts in roof problems, and today we’re discussing the most common forms of roof damage that you may experience this cold […]
What to Expect from the Fire Restoration Process
House fires are every homeowner’s worst nightmare. Not only does a house fire put your family’s lives at risk, but you could also potentially lose all of your prized possessions. Fortunately, there are several measures you can take to prevent house fires, as discussed in our previous blog post. But when the worst does happen, […]
Which Season Is Best for Siding Installation?
Is it time for your New Jersey home to get a facelift and gain more curb appeal? If so, new siding might be the answer. Curb appeal and a new, fresh look are definitely something to look forward to, but more importantly, new siding protects everything underneath it. Old siding isn’t just an eyesore – […]
Replace Your Windows and Save
Responsible homeowners are those who keep a close eye on their budgets. It’s important to pay attention to your utility bills, so you will be aware if one or more of them shows a significant spike. If your energy bill is becoming alarming, the culprit could be your old, inefficient windows. At Tom Madsen, LLC., […]
Is Your Home Ready for BBQ Season?
After a long, hard winter, homeowners in New Jersey are getting excited for warm spring and summer weather. There is nothing quite as nice as relaxing with friends at a backyard BBQ, while the kids play in the yard and the sun sets over the trees. If your home isn’t ready for BBQ season, our […]
How Best to Invest in Your Home
When planning a remodel for your New Jersey home, it’s important to use your budget wisely and get the most out of your money. But how do you decide between functional fixes like window replacements and design upgrades like hardwood floors? Most homeowners want to see their remodeling dollars at work, especially if they’re planning […]
3 Benefits of Hiring a General Contractor
You’ve been planning a big construction project on your New Jersey home for months. You know how you’d like it to turn out, you know how long you’d like for it to take, and with all the DIY blogs and YouTube tutorials out there, you think you just might be able to pull this off […]
Update Your Windows this Spring
Are you looking to do some updating this spring? A great place to start is by taking stock of your old windows. While old windows can add charm to your house, the benefits of updating them far outweigh any appeal they might bring. If replacement windows sound like a good idea to you, let the […]