Yankee style gutters, also known as built-in gutters, can look nice, but aren’t practical for high precipitation climates. The trough portion of the gutter tends to be very shallow and once they start to fail due to rust or seams opening up, the soffit underneath this sort of gutter system tends to have rotten wood…
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If your roof is old, walking on your roof can actually cause more damage than it is worth. We’ll tell you why as well as when it is appropriate. To understand why walking on an asphalt shingle roof can cause damage you have to first understand the anatomy of a shingle. The main element that…
Read MoreWe get multiple requests a year for basement glass block windows with vents and we have to explain why they are a terrible idea. Here’s why: Humidity In the summer, your basement tends to be cooler than the rest of the house. Warm moist air rushes into your basement when you open a vent and…
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Turbine vents are known for maximizing roof efficiency. Also known as whirlybird vents, they give provide an innovative and fresh twist. They are designed to optimize air circulation within a building. Turbine vents offer efficiency that other vents cannot match. Cookies cutter approaches like ridge vents benefit the manufacturers, not the homeowner. Alternately a turbine…
Read MoreWhen it comes to gutter and downspout installation, hiring a professional contractor is the best way to ensure that your new gutters are installed correctly and will function properly. However, even professional contractors use shortcuts to simplify the installation process and save themselves time and money. There are two trains of thought — take your…
Read MoreHow long does a roof install take? We do most roof installs in just one day. What is a roof inspection. We assess the condition of the current roof including shingles, flashings and perforations. By inspecting what we can see, we get a good sense for those things we cannot see such as ice and water…
Read MoreSome people look at vinyl siding with skepticism but that’s because they may have never seen a great vinyl siding job. More especially, one where the installer pays attention to details. Quality and Accessories Quality: Vinyl siding can be an affordable luxury product or it can just be cheap. Prices can vary and more often…
Read MoreMold can be a real problem and understanding black mold, the most common of molds, is the first step to managing a problem. But first, you should understand that mold remediation is an unregulated industry. Self proclaimed mold experts are often generous to themselves in their claims. Most often the most common mistake is to…
Read MoreNot a day goes by that I don’t see an ad for a metal roof and a common question I get is, “are metal roofs a good idea”? The straight answer is, “it depends”. But before rushing out to buy a metal roof you should go into it with the knowledge of whether it makes…
Read MoreBlack roofs put fashion over function and are a horrible choice for energy. There are ethical reasons to choose a lighter color as well. Ask yourself these important questions before making a horrible decision: These are all important questions and it’s also important to go into a situation like this knowing why most contractors are…
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