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How to prepare your roof for winter
With fall comes all of the pageantry: beautiful colors, apple cider donuts and fresh, crisp air. On the other hand, it’s also the changing times with temperatures going all over the place from warm to cold, to freezing to cold again. As well as the time to take out the rake and deal with all […]
Why Fall is a Great Time to Replace Your Roof
Historically, many of our clients would often have their roof’s replaced in the middle of Summer, and specifically towards the end of July and into August. Most homeowners believe this to be an ideal time because generally speaking, the weather outside is warm, the replacement can be timed during a vacation or just plain seems […]
Which roofing material is best? The top 5 long-lasting roof materials
When it comes to the topic of roofing, no one looks forward to a five figure plus build. As a result, longevity plays a crucial role for most of the homeowners we do business with when it comes to renewing or re roofing their home. It’s only natural to want to get the longest value […]
Can Roof replacement be tax deductible?
While this topic is a little bit clearer when you are operating a property as a business owner (for example roof replacement capital improvements for commercial and investment properties), it’s still a big question for homeowners who are improving the condition of their home. So can you deduct roof replacement costs on your taxes? Generally […]
Is Roof replacement a capital improvement?
No secret about it: roof replacements are a significant expense to homeowners and property managers. When we’re on an estimate for a new roof one of the most common questions we get is whether or not this investment counts as a capital improvement. While a homeowner can certainly qualify their new roof replacement as a […]
Should you have your attic insulation looked at while contractors work on your roof?
Yes! There is no better time to have your attic insulation looked at than while your roof is being worked on. Especially if you’re installing rigid foam insulation (solid sheets of foam vs. the fluffy fiberglass particles common in most insulation work). Benefits of improving your attic insulation include: Lower utility bills by reducing heating […]
Hail & Severe T-storms: Here’s What To Do After Roof Damage
What to do and what to inspect on your roof after a storm Heavy rains are infamous for causing roof damage. The last week alone, it rained 5 days out of 7 in the week (as of this writing July 27th, 2018), causing severe thunderstorm warnings, flash flood warnings and more. Today, Friday the 27th, the National […]
Asphalt Shingles vs. Metal Roofs
The asphalt shingle roof is a staple of the roofing world—it’s durable, inexpensive, and easy to install, which is why you’ll see asphalt shingles on at least 90 percent of roofs in your neighborhood. However, metal roofing is becoming a popular option for homeowners as well because of its wide variety of design options, long […]
Improving Your Curb Appeal
Next to episodes of The Bachelor and international hot wing eating contests, the battle for the best curb appeal on the block goes down as one of the fiercest competitions in the world today. Who needs to keep up with the Joneses when the Atkins family has the best front porch in the entire neighborhood? […]