There are many places around the world where removing snow is simply not an issue — but for the rest of us, snow is a fact of life for a good portion of the year. There’s the question of shoveling and plowing the driveway and walkways, driving safely in the snow, and preventing water from…
With winter upon us, people in snowy parts of the country are getting ready to deal with the presence of snow and ice. This involves a lot of different measures. You might have to put snow chains in your vehicle’s tires, tune up your snow blower, but new equipment for shoveling, and update your winter…
If there’s one part of your home that you want to be in optimal condition for the fall and winter, it’s your roof. Remodeling the bathroom or refinishing your floors are certainly exciting projects, but a roof in need of repair is something that can make your winter months much more difficult. Worst of all,…
There are plenty of great things about a rainy day (curling up with a good book, for example), but one thing we can definitely do without is leaky roofs. If you’ve ever had a leak in your roof, you know just how costly it can be. Not only is it a hassle to deal with…
Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against the elements. Whether it’s blazing sunshine, afternoon showers or a winter blizzard, your roof keeps your home safe and dry. All of these inclement conditions do mean that in time your roof is bound to show wear and tear and will need to be repaired…
The roof of your house is something that you rarely see up close — but you probably know that a complete roof replacement can be an expensive proposition. Because you want to get the longest life you can out of your roof, and avoid the need for a replacement before the time has come, getting…
What was the last maintenance or repair project you did at home? What about the one before that? Sometimes it’s easy to forget. Being a homeowner is full of decisions, purchases, repairs, and considerations for the future. For many people the home is also the central asset of the household, and the choices we make…
Have you thought about roofing lately? In all likelihood, the answer is no. And if your roof is professionally installed and correctly maintained, that’s the way it should be. After all, if you’re thinking about your roof, it probably means there are issues and problems that need to be fixed. At the same time, the…
As a homeowner, your roof is one of those things you tend not to think about until something goes wrong — and hopefully, you’re able to go years without giving it a second thought. Eventually though, something will go wrong. Roofing is your home’s most important defense against the wind, rain and elements. As such,…
Have you ever had to deal with an unexpected roof repair? If so, you know just how frustrating it can be. In many cases, the budget is already tight. Stretching it even farther – especially to accommodate an unexpected repair costing thousands of dollars – is not exactly cause for celebration. And when the work…