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One day, it dawns on you: the new roof that you put on all of those years ago is not looking so new anymore. In fact, storms and sunshine have left their mark on it, and you start to wonder if you need to look into replacing your roof. How can you tell if your roof is just a little
Read Full ArticleWhen the weather outside is rainy, snowy, hailing, and more, what do you do? Even if you’re hiding inside your house and waiting for the storm to pass, you can suffer from leaks and flooding if you haven’t managed your stormwater properly. To get ready for fall storms, make sure that your home and garden are ready to weather whatever
Read Full ArticleProtect your property: invest in landscaping redesign or gutter replacement. Is your home ready for storm season? If only all you needed was a really, really big umbrella. In reality, you need to get ready for storm season every year, because what protects your home is your home’s exterior. Here’s how you can take action during the summer and get
Read Full ArticleClean gutters are vital. Avoiding or getting rid of gutter clogs isn’t a cleanliness issue; it’s an issue of making sure that your home is as safe and as functional as it can be. Clogged gutters overflow, leading to water damage on the roof and walls and even to foundation damage. Clogged gutters can also contribute to ice dams and
Read Full ArticleSevere weather is becoming more of an issue for more people in more of the country than it ever was before. This means that it’s important to look at the damage done from previous storms so that you can learn from it and prepare for a future storm in which your home is threatened. A lot of different parts of
Read Full ArticleBetween the hurricanes, tropical storms, and blizzards in the last year, our homes have weathered a lot, especially our roofs. Here are 10 of the hardest-hit. #1) How Long is That Going to Last? Sometimes it seems like one storm just follows another. In this photo, you can see that the roof, damaged from a previous storm, is covered with
Read Full ArticleIt’s an annual event, and some years are worse than others. The wind and the rain that come with hurricanes can damage your home even if the hurricane is not severe. How can you avoid future roof repair, gutter repair, and damage from debris and fallen trees on your roof? How can you protect your home from hurricanes? 1. Avoid
Read Full ArticleHurricane season has never been something to take lightly, and it’s only getting more serious as time goes on and changes to the climate result in more extreme weather phenomena. A hurricane can be responsible for a lot of property damage, not to mention serious injury to people and pets. And while the hurricane itself might not be avoidable because
Read Full ArticleIf you live in Annandale just outside of Baltimore, how much will it cost you to protect your home from the rain and snow this year? Having the right gutters is key to protecting your home’s foundation and siding from overflowing gutters. If you need to replace your gutters this year, what are your choices and how much do they
Read Full ArticleIf you’re looking for a new gutter system, you may be wondering where to start. After all, replacing the gutters isn’t a thing that you do every day. But don’t worry – with a little research, you’ll be able to understand all of your gutter options and make the best decision for your home’s needs. A good place to start
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