How Tom became a general contractor; Smart electrical panels; Window boxes. We look back at twenty years of Tom Silva helping homeowners, and he shares what he loves about being a general contractor; ...

Window boxes have a certain reputation. They’re quaint, they’re cottage-core, they’re fussy. And while there are reasons for these preconceptions, there’s a lot more to the window box than all that.

Smart home technology can make hard-to-reach windows like these easier and safer to cover when needed. Window coverings are often an afterthought in home design and remodeling, but they shouldn’t be.