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As a noted architect once said, the details are not the details. They make the design. A growing number of our clients are upgrading details of their homes’ exterior, with a major impact on their curb appeal. A change as simple as new copper gutters or a carefully selected siding upgrade can make a home stand out from all others on the street, without a huge financial outlay by the homeowner. One increasingly popular premium fixture option is copper gutters and rain leaders. This is a stylish alternative to the standard seamless aluminum gutter and downspout installed on nearly all houses today. Copper costs more upfront, but copper gutters are more cost-effective over time. They add durability and natural resistance to rust and algae. Depending on a homeowner’s preferences, copper also develops a green patina that many people find appealing, boosting the curb appeal of your home. And often, these design touches are unique in their neighborhood, attracting attention and even sparking imitators. How a Simple Upgrade Can Transform Your Home Stand-Out Style
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“We absolutely love the work done by Cousins Roofing, Siding, and Decks … They created the black board and batten around our store and also re-created the exterior column on the outside of the store to look more modern. They also reshaped the roof over the fire escape. The crew … was highly skilled, on time, and friendly. We appreciated Calvin looking out for us and calling us or coming in to ask if we liked the work being done. This company also took care to clean up after they were finished and make the small details like the trim look great. We are so proud of our building now, and I am sure that the work Cousins did will help bring us new customers. I will be calling the Cousins to work on my home next. Honestly, this team is absolutely terrific! Super people, too!” –Bonnie T.
Some homeowners add copper rain chains as a decorative replacement for traditional gutter downspouts. These novel fixtures come in cups, bells, links, or flowers, and transform the downflow from the gutter into a cascading waterfall. Rain chains originated in Japan, where they have been used on temples and houses for hundreds of years to manage falling water and add aesthetic value. They make an appealing, musical sound and look beautiful as well. Some are outfitted with bells that sound as water overflows onto them. These copper fixtures serve as a unique focal point for passersby and visitors to your home. We see a similar effect if we install premium Hardie siding on one home on a block where all the other houses are clad in vinyl siding. That home with Hardie siding winds up being the best-looking house on the street because that homeowner is willing to spend a little more to get a major benefit back. If you’d like to make your home stand out from the rest, don’t hesitate to contact us today to discuss potential improvements that might work well for you!
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