If you live in the Great Lakes region of the country, I’m sure you’ve experienced this.  Heavy snow falls when the temps are nearest to freezing.  It thaws again when the temps are above 32 degrees, or the sun starts shining again. In a cycle of freeze and thaw, often the snow melts off the roof before anywhere else around…

The most common questions we get asked here at Hollingsworth Home Improvement regarding new windows are, “What kind of windows should I buy?” and “How much of a difference will new windows make for my home?” The answer to those questions are best answered by a thorough evaluation by one of our in-home Project Coordinators.  Call us for a free estimate. Hopefully,…

As you walk around your home, you’ve noticed your siding is starting to look too shabby to ignore.  Before the neighbors start talking, you decide to call a few siding contractors and get estimates to re-side the home.  Your goal is to get at least three bids, compare them, and choose the contractor who represents the best value for the…

Roof ventilation is one of the most important aspects to consider in any roofing or siding project.  Poor ventilation can cause your shingles to deteriorate faster, lowering the value of your home and the investment you make when hiring a remodeling contractor.  Humid and warm air lowers the efficiency of your insulation, making the home colder in winter and hotter…

The Contractor’s Dirty Little Secret, Top Pro Tips on How to Hire a Contractor   So you’re embarking on a home improvement or repair project.  Where do you get started?  Many informative organizations can help you along in your quest to get bids from several reputable sources.  In fact, the most common thread among these organizations is to collect bids…

Earlier this week we kicked off a siding project in Naperville, Illinois on Lindrick Court.  Our siding crews worked diligently to transform this home from it’s old and worn aluminum siding to gorgeous James Hardie Fiber Cement siding and trim.  We also installed gutters, and replaced the wood soffit and fascia materials with LP Smartside composite panels and trim to…

This morning’s new job start is happening on Lindrick Court in Naperville, Illinois.  Our client has chosen to replace his original aluminum siding with James Hardie Fiber Cement siding and trim.  We are also replacing the soffit and fascia with LP Smartside composite products.  The composite soffit and fascia will match the trim with a rich and realistic cedar wood…

Our client in Naperville just moved into this cute ranch home June 9th, and while the windows and interior are in great shape, the roof really let it down.  We were recommended to this client by his friend and insurance agent, whose home we remodeled previously.  So many of our clients are happy to tell their friends and family about…

Every year, thousands of respondents to surveys of homeowners who undertook all sorts of home improvement projects reveal that they were dissatisfied with the contractor they originally thought was the best choice. The most recent polls put the number at 53%.  Expert sources recommend getting three or more bids or estimates for comparison’s sake, and about two-thirds of homeowners say…