This month we want to recognize Willard Coley for all of his hard work. Willard is the brother-in-law of Mike Wood, the owner of Mike Wood Builders. After retiring from Rheem Manufacturing several years ago, Willard decided he wanted a part time job. So, he came to work for Re-Bath. Willard has been with Re-Bath for a little over 2 years. Willard's main job duties are working in the Re-Bath showroom in Macon. He says that what he enjoys most about his job is being able to talk and interact with the customers who come in the showroom. In his spare time, Willard enjoys playing golf and investing time in his children and grandchildren's lives. He said that his desire in life is to see his children make wise decisions.

With Fall around the corner, there is a lot of buzz about school starting back, football, and the opening of hunting season. Guys, isn't it about time we designate an area just for US?! I'm talking MAN CAVE.  The official definition of our spot is: man cave [man-keyv] noun:  A dedicated area of a house, such as a basement, workshop, or garage, where a man can be alone or socialize with his friends. It is where "guys can do as they please" without fear of upsetting any female sensibility about house decor or design.  Both guys and girls like the idea-we because we get to do our thing free from interference and they because we get to do our thing away from the regular traffic of the house! It's a win/win if you ask me.

The remote is totally mine to watch all the sports my head can take and my sweet wife can watch all the chic flicks or home decorating shows her little heart desires at the very same time-somewhere else!

Take a look-see trip around the house with Man Cave in mind. Is there a room not in particular use or a garage that can be converted? Even porches can be roofed and closed in to make a man shout with delight at the possibilities or maybe there's room in the back yard for a separate little cave. Ah, just the thought gets me excited! Mike Wood Builders can build you any kind of space you need.

Give Mike Wood Builders a call. We want to help!

It's hard to think about fall maintenance around the house when it's still warm and sunny outside, but now is the time to start for sure.   Getting someone to come out and fix a problem isn't nearly as easy as getting someone to come out and do preventive maintenance ahead of time.  We know it is hard to pay for something that has no instant visible impact, but it could save money in the future. We call it good planning. So consider these things when preparing your home for the fall season that is just around the corner.

 

First on the list of fall home improvements is to get your furnace thoroughly checked and make sure it is in fine running order.   Gas furnaces need to be checked for proper combustion and ensure that there are no leaks that can let carbon monoxide in your home.

Next, on the list is to make sure the chimney is clear of bird nests and that the chimney cap is still in place. Call a chimney sweep and make sure you don't run the risk of any fire hazards that can spread to the rest of our house.

 

Third, is to take care of any window problems or issues.  Check for gaps around window frames, and the condition of the wood.  If you've opened and closed the windows a lot during summer, chances are they are filthy...and we aren't  talking about the glass. Let's talk about seals! Dirt and debris can gather over the course of the summer months and prevent a tight seal from forming. This might not seem like much, but over time plenty of cooling and heating will escape through those gaps. Take the time to go around the house and inspect/clean each window. If you notice the weather stripping has worn down, now is the time to replace it.   If your windows are single pane glass consider upgrading to double pane.  It will pay for itself in a few years with the energy cost savings.

 

Fourth, check the settings on your programmable thermostat -- or add one to your home.  Make sure that the time is correct and programming is still correct for when you are away from home.

 

Fifth on the list is cleaning out your gutters.  Gutters can get filled up with debris which could lead to damage to your foundations and roof.  Make sure that the downspout is properly discharging the water so that it does not drain against your house. You also may be interested in one of our Leafproof systems. Give us a call to learn more about Leafproof.

 

Sixth is to repaint or repair any interior or exterior doors while the weather is mild.

 

Lastly, check the deck. Give the deck a good inspection. If it has never been treated or stained, do it now. It has been suggested that it is good to treat/stain your deck every 2-5 years. If your deck is in direct sunlight it can damage the wood more quickly. One simple afternoon of work can add years to the life of your deck. Don't wait too late. It's easier and cheaper to just paint a deck than to have to tear it down and rebuild because of damage to the wood. Staining your deck will not only preserve the wood on the deck, it'll look great too.

Remember,  if you need any help with your fall maintenance give Mike Wood Builders a call. No size project is too big or too small-we like what we do!

Collecting leaves in your gutters can create a lot of problems let alone the safety hazard that goes along with cleaning them out. Call us today for a free estimate for Leafproof® gutter covers. We will give you $100 off of a complete gutter cover system! Don't have gutters? Don't worry-we can do that too!