Roofing, Siding, Windows, and Gutters
You always want to hire someone else to work on your roofing. There are a few things to watch out for when deciding on the best contractor in your area.
First, you want to get some referrals. Online reviews are fine, but it is more beneficial to speak with real customers directly. Speak with friends or coworkers who you know got their roofs fixed recently. You can even ask the contractor directly if you can be provided with references directly.
Siding is the most common covering for the outside of houses. Whether you are building a new home or remodeling an existing one, you probably want to choose the best siding you can. Here are some siding installation basics every homeowner should know.
Material
As you probably know, siding comes in a variety of materials. Depending on your home’s aesthetic and your budget, you can choose from either wood, fiber-cement, stucco, aluminum, vinyl, brick, or stone. While each of these has advantages, each also has a few drawbacks. Don’t forget to think about your home’s geographic location. A siding material that might be popular in one part of the country might be nonexistent in another. You should talk to an experienced building contractor to determine which one is best for your home.
Built-up roofing is one of the oldest roofing processes in the modern era. That’s for good reason. Built-up roofs are effective at repelling water and resisting leaks. They also hold up well and look nice. If you are thinking about installing one of these flat roofs on your home or commercial building, you might have some questions about the roof installation process. Here are some basics of built-up roofing everyone should know.
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Roofs shouldn’t leak, so roofing contractors do what they can to form effective barriers to moisture. As you might guess, though, roofing systems have a considerable number of places where water can penetrate. Some of the most vulnerable sites on your roof are the areas around chimneys, intersections, and architectural features. In these places, standard shingles typically aren’t as effective as roof flashing. If you are considering installing or replacing your roof’s flashing, you should keep a few things in mind.
Wherever your roof has a joint, it is susceptible to leaking. Made from metal, plastic, or a composite, [Read more…]
For home owners, the holiday season means more than sweaters and hot cocoa. Prepare head-on for the fall and winter season with the following home maintenance checklist. [Read more…]
The exterior of your home is important. It is the first thing that visitors see when approaching your front door. To passersby, it is responsible for crafting an image of who lives within. You want a home that is sure to impress those around you, but that does not require a great deal of upkeep. This can be achieved when you explore your options with vinyl siding. There are plenty of advantages that you can expect when you go with this choice. [Read more…]
As summer presses on, so do the scorching temperatures, which means that your roof may be at risk of heat damage. After years of exposure to the elements it’s likely your roofing materials will deteriorate and heat actually plays a role in the degradation of your roof system. Typically this type of deterioration will takes years to occur, however it’s important to address any damage as soon as possible to avoid costly repairs down the line.
Do you know if your roof is properly ventilated? If it’s not, your roof system could suffer from costly damage and your electricity bill, too! To understand the importance of roof ventilation and the potential effects of inadequate ventilation, we’ve pulled together some useful information.
When it comes to keeping your home cool in the summer most people think about central air, energy efficient windows and doors and proper insulation, but what about siding? Insulated vinyl siding is a great option for homeowners to use to enhance their energy efficiency throughout both the summer and winter seasons.
Once the snow has melted and spring begins to settle in it’s time to start thinking about what’s on your spring home maintenance list. One of the first projects should be to have a spring roof inspection. After a long winter the snow and ice could have caused damage to the shingles on your roof and depending on when you catch the damage, it could mean either a simple shingle repair or an entire replacement.
