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Homeowners Insurance and Hail Damage

Homeowners Insurance and Hail Damage

Hail is one of the most common causes of damage to homes, roofs, and cars. While hail is more common in parts of the country that experience humidity and frequent thunderstorms/tornadoes, it can strike anywhere. In 2017, hail damage affected more than 10.7 million properties and insured losses tipped the $10 billion mark in 2018. […]

2020 Roofing Trends

2020 Roofing Trends

Many homeowners like to stay up to date on the latest trends for design and home improvement, including one of the most important aspects of your home-the roof. Here are several roofing trends to look for in 2020. Metal Metal roofs have been around for a while, but are growing in popularity due to easy […]

What is the Fascia Board?

Roof fascia board. Roof gutter system on log house in forest.

The fascia board is one of the most important parts of the roof. This is the board that is along the bottom of the ends of the rafters at the eaves that closes the gaps between the rafters. Fascia boards are visible and usually are what holds gutters in place. Most fascia boards are wood […]

Preventing and Managing Ice Dams

Cold weather is here. With the drop in temperatures, comes inclement weather including snow and ice. Ice in particular, can be dangerous and cause damage to your home, vehicle, roof, and cause injuries from slips and falls. When it comes to your roof, one of the most common causes of winter damage is from ice […]

9 Signs It Is Time For New Gutters

Gutters are sturdy, but like other parts of your home will need repaired or replaced. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, galvanized steel or aluminum gutters will last about twenty years and copper gutters will last fifty years.  Damage occurs from aging, storms, trees, etc. and you might have to replace your gutters sooner than […]

Cleaning Siding Without A Pressure Washer

When homeowners notice it is time to clean their siding, the first thing many think is “time to get a pressure washer!” Cleaning siding is one of the first things many think of when a pressure washer is involved. If you need to clean your siding and don’t have a pressure washer, you might think […]