Soffit Ideas & Inspiration

The soffit on the exterior of your home is often overlooked, yet, an essential feature of your home.

Well-maintained soffits will help you keep pests and water out of your home. One of the maintenance tasks associated with your soffit is painting. While it doesn't need to be done too often, painting soffits is important for keeping it looking fresh and vibrant.

So, what should you know about painting soffits? Keep reading to learn our tips!

Starting home improvement projects is a great way to get your mind off current events. What's your lighting situation outdoors? There are many purposes for outdoor home lighting, including improved security, adding curb appeal, and simply bettering your and your family's moods and lives.

Hanging lights can be pretty, but they have some serious downsides. It's easier to damage them, easier to bump your head on them, and if there are any weak points in the wiring, they can be an electrical hazard. Soffit recessed lighting is hidden by nature, so it eliminates those factors.

Take a look at these enhancement strategies to help you get the most beauty and function out of exterior soffit lighting.

If you're about to build a house or want to refinish the exterior of your current home, you need to think about what siding to use. Depending on where you live and the style of your home, different types of siding can save you money and last longer.

Siding can cost from $3 per square foot and up. But the initial cost is just one thing to consider. Maintenance, efficiency, and durability also need to factor into your decision.

To help you get a grasp of the options you have, we've pulled together a guide to some of the most common types of siding. Read on to learn about each one.