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Tips to Keep Your Roof in Top Shape This Winter

By Mainstream Home Improvement on January 15, 2023

Winter in the Midwest can be harsh. Luckily, families have the comfort of their furnace to stay comfortable while the exterior of their home is constantly exposed to the elements – especially their roof. At Mainstream Home Improvement, we have a wide range of tips and reinforcement products to keep your roof intact during harsh…


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5 Ideas For Front Doors Using Sidelights And Transoms For Quad City Homeowners

By Mainstream Home Improvement on February 25, 2022

Transform Your Entryway Into A Work Of Art. Your front door plays a big role in what houseguests think of your Quad City home. And very few things can dazzle guests like an entry door accented with beautiful sidelights and a transom. Since it’s one of the first things people notice when they arrive at…


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How To Pick The Right Illinois Home Improvement Contractor

By Mainstream Home Improvement on January 10, 2022

The most important choice you can make when improving your East Illinois home is picking the right contractor. Picking the wrong company can mean serious headaches a few years down the road, while the right choice can give you peace of mind for decades to come. No matter how high the quality of the product…


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3 Tips To Improve Your Home’s Exterior

By Mainstream Home Improvement on December 27, 2021

Does the outside of your home look a little stale and faded? Even if the siding isn’t peeling and the roof shingles aren’t chipping off, the curb appeal can still be a little lackluster and in need of a boost. Improving your home exterior will help you to see your home in a new light,…


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Finding Inspiration For Your Home Exterior Projects

By Mainstream Home Improvement on December 24, 2021

We’re used to people finding inspiration when it comes to interior remodeling projects. There are magazines, pinterest boards, and popular home improvement TV shows all about how to remodel your bedroom, bathroom, home office, and so on. But what if your home improvement project is an exterior one? Fortunately, there are still plenty of fonts…


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From Cleaning To Gutter Covers: A Guide To Roof Gutter Maintenance In Galena, IL

By Mainstream Home Improvement on November 26, 2021

Your roof gutters are an essential part of your roofing system. They protect your roof from pooling water, from ice dams, from leaks, and roof rot, ultimately. But if your roof gutters fall into disrepair, you lose that protection. That’s why it’s important to protect your roof gutters with regular maintenance and products designed to…


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Are You Ready For Your New Entry Door In Andover, IL?

By Mainstream Home Improvement on November 12, 2021

Your front entry door is just that: it’s the first and foremost entry into your home. It impacts the style of your home, your security, your energy efficiency, and your home value. It’s important to have the right entry door for your home, but finding the right door takes some consideration. In today’s blog, we’ll…


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Why We Are Happy To Offer Quad City Homeowners Lifetime Warranties

By Mainstream Home Improvement on November 5, 2021

When You Carry The Best And Do Your Best There’s Little Risk You can learn a lot about Quad City area home improvement contractors by looking at the warranties they offer. Warranties for home renovations can run from the infamous “Tail Light Warranty,” which is only good so long as you can still see the contractor’s tail…


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Why Our Obsession With Details Gives Quad City Homeowners Superior Results

By Mainstream Home Improvement on October 24, 2021

All Products Are Only As Good As The Installation They Receive When it comes to home improvement projects for Quad City area homeowners, the most important choice you can make is also the most overlooked. Whether you go for the top-of-the-line product or seek to keep your expenses as low as possible, your product is…


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How And Why You Winterize Your Windows

By Mainstream Home Improvement on January 15, 2021

Winter is here, and you may have heard some of your neighbors talking about winterizing their windows. To winterize your windows is to help seal them and insulate your home so that it can stay warm during the winter. But if you have a furnace or another heating system, you might find yourself wondering why you…


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