If you are a new parent, you might think of a “crawl space” as a place where you can let Baby run wild. However, a crawl space in the building trade is a place where you would not want your child unless he or she were a plumber…
New Year’s Day is traditionally a time for reflection and making resolutions for the new year. Actually, practically speaking, New Year’s Eve is that time; New Year’s Day is when we reject and not reflect, and break resolutions we’ve just made. This tongue-in-cheek observation is meant to prod…
Autumn is a time when trees become a focus of many lives. For people with trees in their yard, they focus on the leaves as they travel from the branches to the ground, sometimes taking large branches with them. Winter weather often puts pressure on weaker trees, breaking…
It may be unfair to compare winter to an old man, although both may have a little snow on the roof. Truth is, winter is on its way, and although you can probably spend more time indoors, your house has to stay out all winter. However, winter cold…
The Advantages of Metal RoofsSome of us like to hear the sound of rain on the roof. It can be relaxing and comforting. Have you thought about how your roof likes the rain? Even more important, is your present roof allowing the rain to drop in for an…
Having a Backup Plan for Unplanned Backups Dateline 2019 — The Lehigh Valley has experienced the wettest spring on record — the clouds have delivered several record-breaking daily rainfalls this year, and the season isn’t over yet! April showers may bring May flowers, but they also bring mold,…
How to Handle Hail Damage Without Putting a Dent in Your Budget On May 29, 2019, a severe storm rolled through southern parts of Berks County and the Lehigh Valley. Stoney Creek Contracting recommends that homeowners thoroughly check their properties for damage and call an expert for proper…
Choosing the Right Material and Installer Are the Right Steps to Take When Replacing Your Flooring When it comes to remodeling, we usually give priority to “these four walls” and rooms full of furniture and appliances. What is often forgotten is the part of the room that holds…
From time to time we may feel a tinge in our back, or hear a rattle in our car, or experience a similar potential warning signal. The first thought is to be optimistic and hope that it goes away. Sometimes it does. Other times it does not, and…
Recently, you may have been considering a list of home renovation projects to do. Maybe the kitchen feels dated, the curb appeal fizzled out, or you have finally concluded that the matching pink vanity, toilet and tub will never come back in style. It is time to renovate,…