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Exterior remodeling tips and articles for Charlotte area homeowners
Does Solar Power Increase the Value of Your Home?
Solar power is more popular than ever before, as homeowners across the country are looking for green energy alternatives that can also help them save money on electricity costs. This increase in solar panel use has many homeowners wondering if installing solar panels...
Pineville’s Most-Trusted Exterior Home Renovation Company
As Pineville’s leader in exterior home renovation services, Southern Home Services is the name to trust for local homeowners. Whether you need to replace your roofing, siding, or windows or you want to take advantage of solar power, our team can make it happen. ...
What Is Included in a Roof Replacement?
We get it. Replacing your roof isn’t exactly a fun home improvement project. But, when your roof is damaged, it’s a necessary one and it’s a high-value project at that. Here in the Charlotte area, a roof replacement has an average return on investment between 55% and...
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: What Solar Panels REALLY Cost in the Carolinas
The Ugly:Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about the cost of solar panels. On the internet, many lead-generation sites present themselves as being informational sites. In fact, they are trying to draw consumers in to capture their information and sell it...
Do Solar Panels Work on Cloudy Days?
Solar power is more popular in the United States than ever before, in part, because solar prices have dropped by nearly 70% since 2014. However, when we talk to homeowners interested in installing solar panels on their homes, almost all of them have the same question:...
Inflation Got You Down? Go Solar Now!
Our Charlotte-area clients often ask, “How much are electricity prices going up in North and South Carolina in 2022?” Everyone notices the increasing cost of gas, groceries, and virtually everything else. What will happen with our power bills, which are regulated by...
5 Steps to Take Immediately After Storm Damage to Your Home
Did you know that around 14,000 people deal with water damage emergencies in their homes every single day? Oftentimes, this happens as a result of storm damage. Anytime a major storm rolls through your area, it’s a good idea to check your home for damage, especially...
The Ultimate Guide to James Hardie Siding
The first thing someone sees when they come to your house is its exterior. What kind of first impression is your house making? If your siding has seen better days, upgrading it with a high-quality material like James Hardie siding is the best way to give your home an...
Duke Energy Reaches Deal on Residential Solar
Duke Energy has filed an agreement with the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) that will align solar adopter compensation to utility system benefits and create long-term stability for the residential solar industry in North Carolina. The filing: Allows for...
New York Times: 2022 Is a Critical Year for EVs
The New York Times reported that “Sales of cars powered solely by batteries surged in the United States, Europe and China last year, while deliveries of fossil fuel vehicles were stagnant. Demand for electric cars is so strong that manufacturers are requiring buyers...