Commercial building owners have long known a secret — withheld from residential homeowners until now — which has saved them thousands of dollars every year. The secret to extending the life of an old roof is to replenish and protect the outer roofing layer. For residential homeowners, this is almost always fiberglass-asphalt shingles, the single [...]
Roof Maxx is an innovative, spray-on rejuvenator for your fiberglass-asphalt shingles. Roof Maxx helps your roof in three ways, helping you save money, prevent water infiltration, and gain peace of mind. […]
An old saying tells us an oral agreement isn’t worth the paper it’s written on. Some homeowners suspect the same for roof warranties — those warranties never seem to hold a contractor accountable. The problem is not the warranty; the problem is the type of warranty. Most roof warranties people consider are provided by the [...]
If it’s time to replace the gutters on your home then you should consider a more modern approach – namely, seamless gutters. What are seamless gutters? Unlike older, sectional gutters, seamless gutters come in one piece of aluminum rather than in multiple sections. They also come with several advantages. […]
Do you dread every rain shower which comes through? The water simply pours over the edge of the gutter, leaving pits in the yard and water flowing everywhere. When your gutter is overflowing, there is definitely something wrong. Let’s look at what might be causing the overflow. […]
Replacing your roof is a big investment, and choosing the right shingles can be a daunting task. With so many choices available, it's easy to get caught up comparing profiles and colors. A more important quality is how a shingle performs in our Southwest Michigan climate. If your new shingles aren't built to last, you [...]
With professional installation from a trustworthy roofing contractor, a new roof should last a long time – in most cases, over 20 years depending on the type of shingles. But most roofs need to be replaced eventually, and it’s no secret that a roof replacement is expensive. According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost of a [...]
Knowing the age of your roof is important for a lot of reasons. It plays into determining if it’s time to replace or if repairs are enough to keep it safe and sound. So, how do you know the age of your roof? It’s a tough question to answer, but also one frequently asked of roofing [...]
The roofing material you choose plays a major part in how your home looks and what its ultimate value is. Architectural shingles are definitely an upgrade over standard 3-tab shingles. They add value to your home in multiple ways. Let’s look at a few. […]
One of the most cost-effective gifts you can give your Canton-area home is proper attic insulation. […]
