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5 Best Exterior Paint Colors for 2025
Jul 2, 2024 |
It is time to level up your home’s exterior with the top 2025 paint colors! From bright and warm to deep and cool, there's a color for everyone. When you're ready to update your home's exterior color, we’re here to help you find the right fit. At SmardBuild, we use our experience and expertise to […]
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Hardie Board vs Vinyl Siding: Which is Better for Your Chicago Home?
Jun 24, 2024 |
Choosing the right siding for your home is an important decision that impacts not only your home’s appearance but also its durability and value. For Chicago homeowners, the debate often boils down to Hardie board vs vinyl siding. Let's explore the differences between these two popular options, comparing materials, quality, appearance, and cost to help […]
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2025 Design Ideas for Your Chicago Home's Exterior
May 27, 2024 |
The exterior of your home deserves as much of your creativity as the interior of your home. The colors, styles, and accents you choose should represent your personal style and leave you feeling like you're driving up to a brand-new home! With the range of colors and styles available from James Hardie®, modern window and […]
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Top 2025 James Hardie Siding Colors For Homes in Chicago
May 13, 2024 |
From bright white to deep dark navy, we've gathered the most popular colors of James Hardie siding for your Chicago area home. The perfect shade for your Naperville home exterior awaits in this guide to the most sought-after James Hardie Siding colors. Find the color that suits your home and your personal style, then connect […]
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How to Avoid Extra Costs During Your Chicago Area Exterior Remodel
Mar 25, 2024 |
Thinking about revamping your Naperville or Arlington Heights home but worried about spiraling costs and endless decisions? You're not alone. In the following guide, we'll dive into the smart strategies that savvy homeowners use to navigate the exterior remodeling process, from choosing the right time of year to kick off your project to selecting materials […]
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What is the Average Cost of Siding Installation in Naperville in 2025
Feb 5, 2024 |
If your home is looking drab and your curb appeal is less than ideal, replacing your siding could be the answer. But how much will replacing the siding on your Naperville area home cost? More and more homeowners are realizing that the investment to use James Hardie siding is well worth the added expense on […]
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Cost of James Hardie Siding for Your Naperville Home
Jan 8, 2024 |
When it comes to upgrading the exterior of your home in Naperville, choosing the right siding is a crucial decision. Among the various options available, James Hardie siding stands out for its durability, aesthetic appeal, and long-term value. Here, we'll delve into the costs associated with James Hardie siding, explore why it's a worthwhile investment, […]
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Choosing Siding in Naperville: The Ultimate Guide to Home Protection
Oct 10, 2023 |
When it comes to protecting your home from the diverse weather conditions in Naperville while maintaining its aesthetic appeal, the choice of exterior siding plays a pivotal role. With a plethora of options available, making the right decision can be overwhelming. In this guide, we'll explore the best siding choices, including James Hardie® products, to […]
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Common Problems Caused by Wavy Siding
Sep 14, 2023 |
Homeowners choose vinyl siding because it's durable and affordable. Vinyl siding is also available in an impressive array of colors and styles, so you can easily find the perfect fit for your home. However, if your home's vinyl siding is warping, buckling, or bubbling, that's a big problem.
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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Remodeling Your Chicago Kitchen
Sep 5, 2023 |
Don’t fall victim to remodeling remorse after the project is complete. To create the perfect kitchen for you and your family, learn about some of the most common kitchen remodeling mistakes you should avoid to make sure your remodel is a huge success. Here are our tips to help you navigate your kitchen remodeling journey […]
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10 Questions to Help You Start Your Chicago Suburbs Kitchen Remodel
Aug 22, 2023 |
You're excited to begin your new kitchen remodel with excellent style and great function, but where do you start? We’ve collected the most important questions to ask yourself and your Chicago kitchen remodeling contractor before you begin your kitchen remodeling process.
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Top 9 Interior Design Trends for Your Naperville Home
Aug 15, 2023 |
Are you remodeling your Naperville area home and looking for the latest interior design trends to make your home feel fresh and current? We have the top interior design trends for every space in your home. Timeless designs with a trendy edge, color trends, design details, and the latest in trending material choices–we have it […]
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