When water starts trickling in through your roof, your first thought might be that some of the shingles must have blown off, allowing the water to come in. But what happens when you climb up on the roof and realize that there are no shingles missing or peeling? The leak must have another cause. In fact, there are several issues, aside from missing shingles, that can c
- Colonial Revival homes are one of the most common types of residential architecture found in the United States – and that's partly because the style is so open-minded. The characteristics for this style are fairly fluid with simple lines, a couple of stories, and possible ornamental additions. There are even three different roof types that can be found on a Colonial R
- If you have a shingled roof, it is important to install a drip edge. A drip edge is a piece of L-shaped or T-shaped metal designed to direct water away from the roof fascia (long board placed on the bottom roof edge) and soffits (eaves). Without proper drainage, water can damage the roof as well as leak in the interior of the home. It doesn't require advanced roofing
- If you live in a warm climate, you love the sunshine but hate the energy bills. Making your home more energy-efficient requires taking a number of steps, but none is more important than having the right roofing. Rooftops are some of the hottest surfaces around. Choosing a cool roof for your home is a vital step in reducing your energy usage. What Is A Cool Roof? A coo
- If you have old wood paneling on the home and you want to update the property by getting new siding, there are some important things for you to talk with your siding contractor about. Since you are taking the old siding off the home, you are in a good position to make changes and updates that will protect your home in the future. While you are pricing out the di