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Craftsman Makeover

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Craftsman house before makeover. This Craftsman makeover corrected what was remuddled during the 1950’s – 60’s.  The previous renovation resulted in the loss of the homes character defining features. The siding and windows used were popular during that period and designed for architecture of that period – NOT Craftsman style of the 1920’s. The homeowner [...]

Vinyl vs Wood Siding Your House

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The Effect of Vinyl Siding on the Appearance of Your House and How it Can Change Your Beautiful Neighborhood Into a Trailer Park. Why Vinyl Siding Destroys the Appearance of a House Vinyl Siding is Hazardous Types if Wood Siding. Hardiboard? Removing Vinyl Siding - what's underneath? Why Paint Peels. Maintenance of Wood Siding vs [...]

Old House Renovation with YOUR Input

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An Old House Renovation gives this Ugly Duckling House a 2nd Chance. Most old house makeovers are done badly and actually make the house worse giving it bad curb appeal as you can see. This house at 59 Broadway, Freehold, NJ is a victim of Bad Home Improvements and in desperate need of help. Let’s [...]

Raritan Landing – Restoration of Historic Onderdonk House

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This Raritan Landing historic house is listed on the Historic Register but has unfortunately been neglected by the owner and Historic Preservation Commission. This is a follow-up to a previous article, Piscataway History in Danger. Historic Preservation Commission Fails – Homeowners and commissions Must Understand they are Stewards for Historic Houses The citizens of Piscataway NJ […]