Matt Risinger is talking about exterior details that make for a low maintenance house. Using this farmhouse as an example, Risinger lets us know exactly what he did to make this home low maintenance. The first thing he points out is the beautiful metal roof and how it protects against wear and tear damage. Then he discusses the beautiful deep overhangs, and how they provide excellent cover. There's more to know about this low-maintenance house, such as the beautiful white siding, the sturdy steel columns and the traditional cedar deck, which you may not think is a low maintenance item but because it is covered looks fantastic five years later, so check out the video to dive in. This video really goes into detail about the exterior design and how it makes for a low-maintenance farmhouse.