The oppressive August heat has given way to the magical Fall weather that gives many of us renewed interest in the outside of our homes. All the Fall flowers have arrived at the garden center, and we know it’s the best time to plant trees and shrubs. But before you start looking downwards at the […]
Team Building – Taking it a Step Further
We believe that saying that if you get a job doing something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. At Ferris, we take it a step farther. We think that if you like the people you work with, you’ll always have family around you. And that’s the way it is here at […]
A Roofing Contractor to Look Up To
Clearly, a solid foundation and reliable roof are two of the most important factors in maintaining a sound home. A leaking or failing roof can cause serious damage to your home’s structure and interior. If you’re a devoted DIY-er, we urge you to think twice before deciding to do roof work – not just because […]
Countertops – Choosing Beauty Doesn’t Mean High Maintenance
Choosing countertops for your kitchen is one of the most exciting, fun and perplexing decisions you’ll make. The colors! The veining! The durability! Finding out all the pros and cons, and choosing from the multitude of variables could be a research project consuming weeks. Or, you could just ask us. Our experienced design staff can […]
Ferris in Our Community!
Ferris in Our Community You’ve heard us say that your home is where our heart is, and nothing could be more true. Our community is another place our hearts – and our hands are. We take pride in Delaware, and with offices both update and downstate, we’ve grown right along with our state over the […]
Lumber Costs Can Squeeze Your Budget
Lumber and Plywood Costs Have Increased by More Than 50%, Putting the Squeeze on Many Home Projects A squeeze isn’t always a hug and no one likes a hug more than we do. A nice, healthy squeeze just brings a smile to our faces. But the kind of squeeze we in the home renovation industry […]
The Deck of Your Dreams
Building The The Deck of Your Dreams You got this, right? You have a nail gun, a circular saw, a hammer, a bunch of big, long nails and a YouTube video. You’ve got yourself a deck for sure. Not so fast, cowboy. There’s that pesky planning process to go through before you start so that […]
Bathrooms – Making the Best of the Smallest Room in the House
Bathroom Remodeling Medicine. Ointments. Shampoo. Shaving cream. Razor blades. Perfumed soap. Not-perfumed soap. Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths. Cleaning products. Wound-care products. Facial creams and cosmetics. Hot water bottle and a heating pad. Six curling irons of various sizes. Combs and brushes. Bathtub toys. Oh, yes, a sink, toilet, and tub. Now how am I […]
The Secret Life Under Your Home’s Siding – What Lies Beneath
Vinyl Siding Problems? Does your vinyl siding put a pretty face on top of a body full of trouble? Have you ever wondered why you get that occasional leak or musty smell? There can be a lot about siding that you can’t see. Unless you were there when the house was built, chances are you […]
Your Home Is Where Our Heart Is
It comes down to this: No matter the size and scope of the job you entrust to us, our main focus is to work with you, do whatever it takes to help make your vision for your home a reality, and do a professional, high-quality job. Your home improvement is really all about you, and […]
