Caryn Colgan

Caryn Colgan

Caryn Colgan is a writer and consultant in the Denver area.

Choosing the Right Exterior Wood Trim

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Jan 13, 2010

Are you thinking about installing decorative wood trim on the outside of your home? The right exterior wood trim can take your home's curb appeal from so-so to so gorgeous! Because...

Are Green Cleaning Products Really Green?

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Jan 10, 2010

As concern for the environment and home safety increases, consumers are demanding non-toxic cleaning solutions more than ever before. Jumping on the environmental bandwagon, many cleaning...

Easy and Cheap Upgrades for Outdated Light Fixtures

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Jan 04, 2010

Homeowners and real estate investors both know the added value of updated light fixtures. New fixtures can cost hundreds of dollars. Cost-conscious property owners can often save...

DIY Electrical: Why and How to Install a GFCI Outlet

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Dec 22, 2009

A common GFCI or ground fault circuit interrupter, looks like a typical outlet except it has a red reset button and a blue test button. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission...

DIY Electrical: Installing a Ceiling Fan

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Dec 22, 2009

Replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan is only slightly more challenging than installing a light fixture. While it is best to leave complex electrical projects to licensed...

Mold and Water Damage Remediation

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Nov 22, 2009

Water damage can happen in many ways: sump pump stops working, the roof leaks, drains get plugged, or water pipes break. Natural disasters such as storm surges and floods can also...

Guide to Maintaining Brick and Stucco Siding

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Nov 22, 2009

As home siding materials, brick and stucco provide an earthy natural look. In fire-prone areas, brick and stucco may be an excellent choice since they are fire resistant. Brick walls...

Low Maintenance Exterior Trim

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Nov 03, 2009

Cellular PVC Trim Cellular PVC trim looks like wood and can be used to add curb appeal to any home. VERSATEX products are made using cellular PVC that can be painted to match existing...

Corrugated Aluminum Siding

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Oct 22, 2009

Corrugated Aluminum Siding As a siding and roofing material, corrugated aluminum is inexpensive and easy to find and install. For many years was used primarily for industrial, commercial...

Granite Countertops: When to Say No

Posted by Caryn Colgan | Oct 19, 2009

Are you looking to increase the value of your home in a hurry? Not so fast. Don’t rush into making decisions that cost more than you’ll ever recover when you eventually...