Autumn Is Here!<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s that you smell in the air, is it a pumpkin-spiced latte? What\u2019s that you feel in your soul as you drop your kids off at school\u2014is it, could it be\u2026pure joy? Well, not pure. You\u2019ll miss them, of course\u2014but what a relief! From eight to three (or 2:30 if you\u2019re not so lucky), your kids are taken care of, they learn, and you get time to do what you need to.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of those things could be some post-summer remodeling. Autumn and winter can be ideal times to upgrade your home, especially if you live in the south.\u00a0 It\u2019s not as hot outside, making yard work especially appealing.<\/p>\n

Additionally, it\u2019s a traditional \u201coff-season\u201d, so you may find decreased rates available. With school in session,\u00a0 the kids won\u2019t be tearing around the yard, getting in the way of contractors.<\/p>\n

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If you don\u2019t live in the south, autumn still is an ideal time to remodel because winter is coming, and as they\u2019re fond of saying in the adults-only HBO show <\/span>Game of Thrones<\/span><\/i>, \u201cWinter is coming!\u201d. It\u2019ll get cold soon, and if you don\u2019t take care of things like roof repairs, you could end up with much bigger structural problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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You want to get your roofing done before the winter hits. Since it\u2019s already autumn, if you have not started, you might want to check out sites like<\/span> South Jersey Roofers<\/span><\/a> since they offer high-quality workmanship, a commitment to customer satisfaction, and proven reliability.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you wait too long and live in a northern state, you may not be able to find any roofers to repair your issues. If that happens, you might have to use an emergency solution to get by until the weather warms up.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fall is a great time for last-minute structural remodeling. Additionally, you may not appreciate the features of some remodeling projects\u00a0until late spring. Pergolas are one of those projects\u00a0that come to mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve never heard of a pergola, this term refers to an adjustable awning which can be positioned with the touch of a button. It can keep out the snow, wind, and rain, or it can let in the sunshine. Whatever your preference, with the press of a button, you can change the way you enjoy your deck.<\/span>
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\n<\/span>When it comes to<\/span> outdoor pergola builders<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to find top-tier solutions that will fit your needs; whether it be opening it up with the touch of a remote, angling it to provide the right amount of shade, or closing it completely.<\/span>
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Additional Considerations<\/span><\/p>\n

You can actually use a pergola during winter as well.\u00a0 Even in the coldest climates, there will be mild days, and you may want to read a book on the back deck in the sun. Soak up that winter sun while you can, if the clouds come in and you can feel the snow, just close the pergola slats, grab a blanket and keep reading.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fall can also be the perfect time<\/span> to install a security system<\/span><\/a>. Again, it\u2019s not nearly so hot outside as during the summer, and you want to have that system in place by the winter. There seems to be an increase in crime during the winter in southern states. This may not be the case if you live in the north, it will depend on your region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

All in all, fall is the opportune time to tackle home improvement projects and make property upgrades like additions and completing essential home maintenance to prepare for the coming winter.<\/p>\n

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