The Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010 - commonly known as "Cash for Caulkers" - is nearly here. The bill has been passed in the House of Representatives and the Senate has introduced an updated version of the bill. As we wait for final approval, homeowners and contractors need to do their homework. There are 13 types of retrofits eligible for funding and each has unique requirements.

In an effort to further stimulate the economy and reduce our carbon footprint, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Home Star bill, affectionately known as "Cash for Caulkers". The bill will now be sent to the Senate for passage, and if successful, to Obama for an almost certain signiature. For more information, go to:http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/05/06/politics/main6467175.shtml

Every year mother nature throws us a few curve balls, and once in a while they are frozen solid. This year is starting off early with reports of hail statewide. If you are reading this, chances are there is a reason, and that reason is because you have been impacted in some way. Typically, property owners should not get concerned about damage if the hail stones are less than 2" in diameter. But if the wind is a whistling, and the stones are frozen hard, 1-1/2" hail stones can wreak havoc on your property's exterior and may warrant closer inspection.