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JUNE 2016 HOMES PLUS 5 4021 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. www.badgermetalfinishing.net •Commercial/Residential •Repair and Repainting •Free Estimates •5 Day Service •Free Pickup and Delivery Badger Metal Finishing 414.482.4820 Don't buy new - RENEW Using the newest technologies in coating and refinishing! 249152422 GERMANTOWN — First impressions are everything. Your home's exterior should serve as a snapshot of what's to come on the inside. J&B Construction Company Inc., serving southeastern Wisconsin since 1958 as a provider of exterior home improvement products and services, offers ways you can update your home and improve its curb appeal. "The first step is to clean up the outside of your home with a good pressure washing," said Wendy Cline, owner of J&B Construc- tion. Pressure washing dirty siding, decks, and the driveway is an extremely easy and cost- efficient way to give your home a clean look. "Next step is the doorway. The front entry welcomes guests, so you want it to look appealing and inviting," Cline said. Consider refinishing your door with a fresh coat of stain or paint and repairing sagging screens or cracked glass. If your door is beyond repair, opt for an entirely new door that is eye-catching and sets the tone for the entire home. Symmetrical com- positions of light fixtures and front-door accents will complete the entryway. Peeling paint, rotting holes and bubbling siding are all signs that your siding is in need of a repair. "Not only does poor siding look bad, it also affects the heating and cooling of your home, invites in pesky bugs, and makes you more susceptible to leaks and other weath- er damage," said Cline. A fresh coat of paint can be a temporary fix for minor problems; however, a profes- sional will need to repair and replace the siding when major problems are present. Wisconsin winters can really take a toll on roofs. "The condition of your roof is one of the first things buyers notice and appraisers assess," said Cline. "Inspect your roof for damage and make any repairs necessary to ensure your home will be safe and your gut- ters are functioning properly." Cline encourages homeowners to seek professional roofing help to prevent injuries. Polish paths and patios to ensure your walkways and entertaining areas are in tip- top shape for barbecue season. "Renew porches and decks by fixing bro- ken boards or adding a fresh stain to create a more inviting summer entertainment area," Cline said. "Your guests will appreci- ate it and you won't have to worry about anyone tripping over cracked baseboards." Sagging fences with rotting wood can make your home look unloved. Add some life back into the exterior by fixing fence posts and adding a fresh coat of paint. In addition, break out your gardening gloves and fix up your landscape. Spruce up your lawn with bright new flowers and a clean layer of mulch to create a fresh and springy look to your home's exterior. "It's always fun to tackle home improve- ment projects and make your home look the best on the block," Cline said. "For those items on your to-do list that are too much for you, J&B Construction is ready to help and improve your home." J&B Construction offers exterior remod- eling products and services with a focus on trust, craftsmanship, superior customer service, and care for the home. The company's Germantown showroom, W140-N10589 Fond du Lac Ave., contains a variety of exterior home improvement product samples, including windows, sid- ing, doors, roofing and decking materials. J&B Construction is a member of Milwau- kee NARI and the Better Business Bureau. www.jandbconstruction.com Home's exterior is more than a pretty face Outside remodeling can also address safety, health, energy concerns