Is your roof cool? No, we don’t mean hip. We want to know if your roof is literally cool or hot, because at American Home Contractors, we know the answer could make a difference in your life. Whether you realize it or not, the color of your roof and material it’s made out of can…
Do you live in an older home filled with charm and personality? If you do, you likely chose your home for its character, those architectural elements that make it unique. But older homes also possess their fair share of issues. Older homes were not designed for modern-day living. While you may love your home, you…
As a New Jersey homeowner, you likely know how damaging ice can be to your roof. Ice dams can be a scary term, as the dams can cause a great deal of damage to your roof if left unchecked. As a roofing contractor, our American Home Contractors team wants you to feel like a confident,…
In the middle of a freezing winter, you may struggle to see the benefit of investing in a solar roof. A common misconception about solar panels is that they are only beneficial for those living in warm, sunny climates and are not practical for those who live in cold, snowy climates. The truth is, solar…
As a New Jersey homeowner, you don’t just see wintertime; you truly experience it. While snow creates a beautiful-looking environment, the cold temperatures of New Jersey can be a recipe for harsh winters. And harsh winters will have an effect on your home’s exterior, especially your siding. So, when it’s time for a siding replacement,…
Every season of the year will have an effect on your home’s exterior. But there is something about wintertime that brings about damaging climatic elements, especially to your roof. From simple rains to heavy hail and everything in between, your roof has an important job to perform to keep your home safe. We know you…
Do you hate paying your energy bill every month? Electric bills can get astronomically high as your home works to maintain a livable temperature, provide light, and allow every amenity people are accustomed to these days. Oftentimes, home efficiency can be overlooked. As home contractors and homeowners ourselves, our American Home Contractors team believes in…
If your home suffers from rundown, old, leaky, or drafty windows, it’s time— time for a window replacement. The replacement process is a large investment, and the bigger your home, the costlier this investment will be. So, you’ll want to ensure that you invest in the right windows. But what window type makes the replacement…
When you look at a home’s exterior, three major elements stand out: landscaping, siding, and roofing. These three elements work together to form the overall tone of your home’s exterior appeal. So, if you want to have a home that makes your neighbors jealous and wows guests, tackling these three elements can do just that.…
Your home is likely the biggest purchase you will make in your life, which makes extending the lifespan of your home of the utmost importance. An often-overlooked exterior element is your gutter system. However, gutters play a major role in the lifespan of your home, helping to protect a variety of other exterior elements. As…