Category: Fazzolari Feature Stories

11 Things to Consider Before You Build an Outdoor Kitchen »

The truly excellent outdoor kitchen is not only functional, but aesthetically pleasing, a place you and your guests will want to spend some time.

7 Great Play Structures for the Back Yard »

The play structure is a great update to a back yard and gets the kids out of the house during these Summer months.

Can Cheap Granite Countertops Help You Sell Your Home? »

A cheap slab of granite can make a nice upgrade to help sell a home in certain circumstances, but are you sure it’s really as cheap as you think?

Aging in Place: Garage and Gardens »

A properly set up yard, garden, and garage can allow green thumb seniors to practice their hobby while they age in place.

Aging in Place: Bathrooms »

Bathrooms are a major consideration for aging-in-place upgrades, if for the simple reason that there are hazards that go hand-in-hand with the slippery surfaces found in most of them.

Aging in Place: Kitchens »

When people begin to consider living throughout their senior years at home, the kitchen becomes a major consideration and a place where a little thought and attention can really help make it safe, accessible, and useful.

Aging in Place: Entryways and Hallways »

The proper design of entryways and hallways is crucial to homes that are set up for aging in place.

Review: Tankless vs Traditional Hot Water Heaters | Pros and Cons »

Tankless hot water heaters provide instantaneous hot water because they heat the hot water as it is needed. Traditional hot water storage tanks hold and heat a pre-determined amount of water so that water is hot and ready to use whenever you need it.

What Size Hot Water Heater Do I Need? »

Your First Hour Rating (FHR) is a necessity when determining the appropriate size of hot water heater you need for your home. By calculating how many gallons of water you use during the peak hour of consumption in your home, you will know the largest size of heater you need.

When Should I Replace My Hot Water Heater? »

Unlike fine wines and cheese and women, hot water heaters do not improve with age. Over time, the heaters can corrode, leak, fill with gunk, and just plain break down. Most conventional hot water heaters last between 10 and 15 years.