Is this a Good Time of Year for an Exterior Remodel?
For those living the North Chicagoland and Metro Milwaukee area, the ever-changing seasons can make it difficult to plan an exterior remodel effectively. Larger projects on the home’s exterior can be very weather-dependent. Time it poorly and you may be keeping your winter coat on even while you sleep. While the spring and summer months […]
Clogged Gutters Can Lead to Costly Repairs
Most homeowners dread the task of having to clean their gutters each and every year. They hate having to pull the ladder out and spend precious weekend hours cleaning out the gunk from their system. For this reason, many fail to complete this important task leaving their gutters “for another time.” While this may work […]
The Importance of Roof Ventilation in Winter
Are you experiencing a leaky, bothersome roof? Leaky roofs are a common problem especially during the winter months when hot and cool air mixes creating condensation issues. While many are under the impression only older roofs can experience leak problems even newer ones can be troublesome. These leaks often occur because the roof itself is […]
Could Your Home Benefit from Metal Roofing?
What is one of the fastest growing trends in home construction? Its the installation of metal roofing onto a new or existing home. In fact, this popular roofing material is a $75 billion a year industry. With a larger percentage of homeowners considering this option more than ever before, metal roofing will continue to grow […]
Make Your Home Shine in 2015
As we look towards another year, many are considering what they can do around their home to improve its value and appearance. While some may be considering interior repairs such as a kitchen revamp, a little exterior attention can often get you the most bang for your buck. In fact, there are many cost-effective things […]
4 Tips for Maintaining Your Gutters
Many people forget to realize what an important feature gutters are to their home. In fact gutters play an integral role in removing water from the roof and away from the home. Some homes have complex gutter systems, while others are simple. The replacement of the gutter system may be less frequent if you take […]
Ice Dams: Fact vs. Fiction
As winter continues, the temperature can rise and fall causing extreme cold as well as some general winter thawing. As this occurs, ice dams can form causing major damage to your home. For most people, ice damming is intimidating not only because of the problems it can create but also because we know so little […]
3 Tips to Preventing Ice Dams
Winters can be brutal in the Midwest. Wind, snow, and ice can do considerable damage to the exterior of the home. One major issue homeowners face is ice damming. Ice damming occurs when heavy, wet snow accumulates on roof and gutters, melts during a rapid thaw, and then refreezes. Left untreated, ice dams can damage […]
Hiring the Right Snow Removal
When considering potential companies for your snow removal service needs taking time to select one fit for your unique situation is important. Harsh winters and accumulating snowfall can be dangerous and damaging to the exterior of your home, especially for the roofs and gutters. Therefore you want to make sure whoever you hire is both […]
Three Exterior Tasks to Maintain Your Home’s Value
Many homeowners are under the false impression that their home will keep if not increase in it’s value over time regardless of how it is maintained. This is simply not true. While most properties do gain moderate worth over time, a home in disrepair can actually lose equity. Homes must be up-kept and preserved to […]