Curb appeal is essential for St. Louis homeowners, as it creates the first impression of your property. At the center of this appeal is your front door. A well-chosen door can dramatically elevate your home’s exterior. It’s an opportunity to reflect your...
Choosing the right siding for your home is a crucial decision that can significantly impact both its appearance and functionality. As a homeowner in St. Louis, you’re likely familiar with our area’s diverse weather patterns. These drastic changes make durable...
The front entryway of your home is often the first point of contact for guests. It’s also where you begin and end each day. Whether you’re returning after work or a friend walking into your party, a welcoming entryway can significantly enhance every experience at your...
Considering an exterior remodel for your home can be both an exciting and daunting decision. Whether you’re looking to enhance curb appeal, improve energy efficiency, or increase your home’s value, the transformation can offer numerous benefits. If...
This handsome home in a forest-like setting in Wildwood, MO was designed by the owner, a now-retired airplane engineer. With the help of others, he built it over the course of several years, completing the project in 1986. Recently, the owner called Mosby Building...
A Ballwin, MO couple still loved their one-and-a-half story ranch home built in 1978. The location is ideal for them, and interior modifications made over the years provide all they need. The exterior of the home needed some maintenance updates, and this highlighted...
This 1975, single-family, conventional home in Chesterfield was built utilizing masonry construction with a stone exterior. After many years, the homeowners realized that the right exterior enhancements could significantly improve their home’s curb appeal. They...
Often, homeowners are surprised at what a difference a front porch can make to their home. Curb appeal is a defining characteristic of a home’s aesthetics, and while the interior of the home can be just as interesting, the outside is what makes the first impression....
Is it the middle of winter and your furnace is running, but your home still feels drafty? Whether your home is old or new, there are a few items to check to make sure you’re getting the most energy efficiency out of your home. Attic Insulation How can you tell if you...
Whether you currently have a carriage house on your property, or considering building an extra structure to host guests, the idea of carriage house is appealing. Carriage houses (sometimes referred to as guest house, or coach house) were originally...
With the outdoor living season in full swing, we’re bound to hear more stories about deck collapses. In the past 10 years, there have been more than 800 reported injuries at an average rate of 21% per year. In many cases, the failing decks were built incorrectly, not...
The landscaping around your home is vulnerable to a construction crew. Exterior projects can put the crew directly in the flower beds and bushes up against the home. Heavy equipment and work boots can tear up a lawn. Protecting your landscaping during a remodeling...
Randy Sloss is the Mason for Mosby Building Arts, following in the footsteps of his mason father and grandfather. Along with brick, stone and tuckpointing work, he spends a lot of time on roofs looking at chimneys. Learn about brick chimney leaks, repair and...
It’s easy to see when wood porch columns begin to fail because they are in our sightline, and the majority of the time the rot begins at the bottom of the column. The sooner you tackle column problems the more likely it can be successfully repaired. Wood columns on...
The Before and After Story of a St. Louis Exterior Update If you love the way your older home looks, an exterior remodel need not be a dramatic before and after story. Let’s take a look at how to replace and update most of a home’s exterior while retaining...