What Determines the Cost of a Metal Roof?
When it comes to durability, performance and, sometimes, even looks, there is no doubt that metal roofing systems are among the top roofing systems available today. However, despite their many advantages, there are still many homeowners who hesitate to make the switch over to a metal roof. The main reason behind this hesitation is the cost.
How to Build a Budget for Your Siding Replacement
Some home improvement projects, such as a metal roofing installation, can benefit you both with better performance and energy efficiency, as well as increase the value of your home. This is true for when you’re planning to upgrade your siding system. Your choice of siding products affects how well your home will utilize energy and, at the […]
What Are HardieZones and Where Does Your Home Fit in It?
Today, the biggest challenge for homeowners looking to upgrade their exteriors isn’t finding suitable siding and roofing services for the job, but in deciding what type of products they want to use in their project. Siding products, in particular, come in a wide variety of designs, colors and performance ratings, that it’s nearly impossible to choose one […]
Don’t Fall for Roofers Who Promise to Pay Your Deductible
Picture this scenario: a bad storm rolls around and damages your roof. You’re not worried because the repair or replacement is covered by your homeowners’ insurance, after a deductible. Suddenly, you come across a roofing and siding contractor who gives you an estimate and promises that they’ll “pay” your deductible for you. Essentially, you’ll be getting a […]
Helpful Tips for Choosing Soffits and Fascias
Soffit and fascia are crucial to your home’s protection against damage and energy efficiency. However, like most of your house’s components, they wear over time. With all the styles, colors, and sizes to choose from, it can be difficult to choose when it’s time to get replacements.
K-Style VS Half-Round Gutters: Which Is Best for Your Home?
No matter what kind of roof you have at home, having an efficient gutter system is essential. This component protects your roof, siding, windows, other parts of your exterior from damage. It’s also key to keeping your home’s landscaping and foundation in good shape.
What Are the Most Damage-Prone Areas of Your Roof?
With regular maintenance, you can expect your roof to last longer and keep you protected against the elements. Routine inspection is a key element of proper roof care because not all signs of damage can be easily detected. Also, some parts of your roof are more susceptible to damage than others.
Tips on Achieving Color Harmony In Your Trim and Siding
Choosing a good color combination for your home’s exterior can be challenging, considering the fact that it will stay on for many years. While most people look to roof and siding when choosing exterior colors, there is another pairing that merits equal consideration.
Aurora Habitat for humanity gets donated roofing installation worth $11,000
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity launched a partnership with Lake Forest-based Custom Installations, Inc., and GAF to receive free roofing materials and installation on a Habitat duplex under construction at 829-831 Grove St. in Aurora. Owner Sock Woodruff said, “We are pleased to have this chance to work in partnership with Habitat to give back […]
Why Should You Choose Standing Seam Metal Roofing?
For most homeowners, at least for a time, roofing options were limited. When discussing such options with their roofing and siding contractor, the choices usually boiled down to the most basic, believing any alternative to be more costly. As advancements in the field have made it possible for various options to be more cost-efficient, many homeowners […]