So you are buying a house. One of the most important things to check out is the roof. After all, the roof is what keeps your house protected from the elements. If the roof isn’t in good condition, it can cause all sorts of problems for you down the road. Even with a home inspection, […]
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Throw open the windows and get to spring cleaning your house. But what about Spring cleaning the roof? Most of us don’t even think about our roof unless we notice a leak. However, a good spring clean can prevent leaks and other problems from occurring. Those branches and leaves from winter aren’t going to magically
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You are minding your own business, having a peaceful day, when you hear a loud noise outside. You set down your coffee (or beer) and go investigate. Darn, you discover that some shingles blew off your roof. What should you do? Do you remember those Choose Your Own Adventure books we read as kids? Well,
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You’ve been meaning to get that roof shingle repair for weeks now, but you’re not sure what the best way is. You know it has to be done, but you don’t want to mess up and have a leaky roof. The last thing you need is more water damage! But there are so many options
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Home gutter maintenance is more than just digging leaf goo out of the trenches. Your gutter system is designed to pull water away from your home keeping your roof, walls, and foundation dry. When your gutter system goes wrong it can lead to all kinds of house problems, including damaged roof, leaky basements, and generally
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When the weather gets real and the wind starts to blow you need to know what to do when you have a roof leak. Think of this like first aid for your roof. It’s not about final repairs or looking pretty. Your safety and the safety of your house should be your primary concerns when
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Vent pipe problems can cause a stinky smell, slow toilets, slow drains, and more. You’ll find your vent pipe sticking up out of your roof somewhere on your house, but why does your roof have anything to do with your plumbing? Let’s find out. What is A Vent Pipe Anyway? It’s strange to think about
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Attaching to a shingle roof is a bit more complicated than you might imagine. You’d think it can’t be that bad, just nail it on right? Maybe it needs something like a drywall anchor? Maybe some sort of caulk? If you need to attached something like an antenna, security cameras, or even a Weathervane, follow
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Tree damage to roofs is a real and never-ending problem. Trees are a wonderful part of homeownership. A mature tree is an invaluable part of your landscaping, as well as shading your home and property in the summer and blocking winter winds. Just like the rest of your house, from the roof to the basement,
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Steel roofing is a great alternative to your standard asphalt shingle roofing. It’s reliable, long-lasting, and money-saving in the long run. It looks wonderful in both modern and traditional style homes and comes in a wide array of colors to coordinate with your home. Steel Roofing Takes a Licking and Keeps on Ticking It’s impervious
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