The siding on a house is pretty important. Not only does it improve the home's visual appeal, it also is the first barrier of protection from the elements to the home. Like most parts of the house, siding is only an effective layer of protection when it is in good repair. Any issues with siding also need to be dealt with as swiftly as possible. Today, let’s examine some of the signs that your siding is no longer shielding your home properly.

Your foundation is one of the most important parts of your home, and one of the most expensive to fix. Catching issues early can be thousands of dollars in difference, and prevent additional damage, as foundational problems lead to other issues. Here are our top four signs that your foundation needs inspection (and possibly a professional opinion).

You’ve decided to start searching for a company to work on your roof. Whether it needs an inspection, a repair, to be replaced, or you just want some sound peace of mind, choosing the proper roofer for the job is important. So what are the most crucial things to look for when choosing your contractor?

We’ve all been there. It’s spring, it rains, and your gutters are full and water is pouring out. It’s like a waterfall all around your house. Walking from the car to the house results in getting more drenched due to the water spilling out from your full gutters.

As the days get warmer and longer, we’re all looking forward to knocking out some home projects. Spring cleaning is a great way to put the winter blues behind you and prepare for a fun summer. There are many tasks to complete indoors, and some outside as well. There are many lists available online that can give you ideas for areas that aren’t cleaned often and are perfect candidates for your spring cleaning spree! However, often these lists forget to mention roofs. That’s why we’re here with our spring cleaning guide for your roof!

Anyone else ready for summer? We certainly are. With that, we turn our attention towards a silent but potentially impactful element that can damage your roof overtime: Heat. While heat isn’t the most noticeable element when it comes to your roof, it can bring significant damage to your roofing system.

Skylights can be a great source of natural light in your home. With summer approaching, many people start thinking about how to maximize the amount of sunlight in their home so they can soak up every bit of summertime goodness they can! Skylights are a huge undertaking, with many variables to mull over, each as important as the next. Here’s our short guide on what to weigh before committing to a new skylight.

Spring is officially here. The birds are singing, the grass is turning greener, and there’s no snow on your roof. However, the soft white snow of winter has been replaced by black streaks up and down your roof. Mold.

It can be pretty easy to take your porch for granted, especially if you walk through the front door every day. It ends up blending in with the rest of the home. But your porch is one of the first parts of your home that guests will encounter when they visit. When selling a home, the porch is a major factor in curb appeal. Additionally, a porch can also be an indicator of what else is happening to your roof and even your foundation.

Gutters. They’re a very small but understated part of your home. Their job is to collect any water and debris that would otherwise fall on our home. Naturally, after time they may begin to see some wear and tear. When you start to experience problems in other areas of your home, it may be time to replace your gutters. Let’s talk about how to identify any issues that may happen due to your gutters.

It’s an exciting moment in your life when you’re finally able to take a step up on the economic ladder and ditch the apartment life to purchase your first home. Purchasing any home is exciting, for that matter. It’s a good reminder that you’ve been working hard to achieve your goals, and when you take this step, you don’t want to make any mistakes. Mistakes being accidentally moving into a home that may look like a good investment, but structurally it is a disaster. We’re here to help you identify some of the things that you should be looking for. Let’s discuss this.

Spring is on the way! Which means you’ve probably got a few home improvements idea in the back of your mind. This is the best time of year to replace your siding. It’s not too hot, nor too cold, and the temperatures are just right to install new updates on your home. For many reasons, spring is an excellent time of year. Today I would like to talk about a few ideas as to why it’s the best time of year to get your siding replaced.

The windows are the eyes of your home. They allow the sunlight to come in and keep any unwanted sources outside. Your windows help regulate the temperature in your home and keep it ventilated when you need a breeze. Needless to say, your windows are important. The longer that you’ve lived in your home, you may begin to notice some changes. Either you feel a draft, your energy bills have risen, or you notice that your windows are clouding up due to condensation. There’s a very likely chance that you’re experiencing these issues because of your windows. If the time comes to replace your windows, don’t do this by yourself. There are a few reasons as to why this isn’t a good idea. Let’s talk about them:

In the society that we live in today, we’re encouraged to be independent. It’s a fulfilling feeling to be able to tackle an exterior home improvement project that you never have before. You’re not only saving money but teaching yourself a new skill. We commend anyone with the drive to want to educate themselves further. Although there are some pros and cons to doing a project by yourself. Before you get started, you should do some research. Try to figure out what types of projects a beginner can typically handle, and what projects are done the best when handled by a professional. Your safety is the #1 priority, and we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Owning a home, or even renting for that matter, may tend to be a stressful journey. Many different factors require maintenance that some of us may forget about. It’s perfectly alright though, that’s why we’re here to help. When you first move into a home, the first thing that you typically ask yourself is, “what needs to be fixed?” Making a choice to focus on the exterior of your home would be in your best interest. You want to look at how well the roof is standing up, if your siding is rotted or missing at all, along with ensuring that your windows are providing proper protection outside. What is one thing that is commonly missed? The gutters. If you’re sitting there asking yourself, “Does my home really even need gutters?” The answer is absolutely yes. Here’s why:

Spring is one of the best times of the year. The winter seasonal depression begins to wear off, and you start to begin feeling like yourself again. As the ice and snow begin to melt, you may notice that your home isn’t in the best condition. The paint on your siding is faded, you see shingles missing from the roof. Things that you know potential buyers will look at if the day comes that you wish to sell your home. Let’s discuss some of the things that you’ll want to target first:

The roof on your home isn’t something that you typically think about daily. It keeps you warm and dry inside, but does it require maintenance? Yes and no. Depending on the age and condition of your home, some things may need to be repaired or replaced. How do you know if the exterior of your home, primarily your roof, has suffered any damage after a storm? Let’s talk about some of the signs that you can look for.

Your home is your family’s safe space. It’s where you can unwind after a long day and reflect on the day’s events. Think of the siding on your home like a protecting shield. It keeps any outside resources out and helps keep the heat that warms your family inside. While yes, your home does have wood and foundation protecting it as well, you may ask yourself, “Is having quality siding on my home really that important?” The answer is yes. Let’s discuss this.

First impressions are everything. That’s why when it comes to your home, you want it to look it’s best. Your roof, siding, and windows are going to the first things a guest sees upon entering your driveway. Are they going to be noticing missing shingles and cracked siding? There are some fairly cost-effective ways that you can go about this, the first one being small home improvements! Let’s talk about some of the things you could be doing to improve the exterior presence as well as increase the overall value of your home.

It’s that time of year again, where the weather tends to be unpredictable, and it’s important to have a safety net when it comes to the overall wellness of your home. Today I would like to talk about how some of the things we deal with from mother nature and how they can affect the roof on your home.