A roof is a very important, and expensive, part of your home. It not only protects the household, but everything under and in it. Maintaining your roof is the best way to ensure this defense. Atlas Roofing’s StormMaster® Slate and StormMaster Shake shingles have high performance and durability features that can help your roof battle the…
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Game On! Tips for your next Football Party
It is football season, and you know what that means: football parties! Football parties are a great way to bring friends and family together to cheer on your favorite teams. Here are some touchdown tips for your next get together. Dish Up Delicious Bites A football party is not just a football party without a…
Minimize and Prevent Mold Growth on Your Deck
Mold can occur on wood decking and uncapped composite decking. Learn how and why this can happen, what to do to remove it, and the steps you can take to prevent mold from returning. If environmental conditions are right, mold can grow almost anywhere – on wood, vinyl, sheetrock and even decking. Since it…
How to Create Curb Appeal – Landscaping Tips
Spring is the perfect time to redesign your home’s scenery for summer. Trimming, planting and a whole lot of sweating can go into landscaping but will have a large payoff. Here are a few helpful tips to lead you from ordinary yard to eye-catching curb appeal. The Perfect Height One important tip to having a…
Why Should I Clean My Gutters?
Gutters are designed to be one of the first lines of defense for your home. They control the flow of water around the home and protect it saving you from thousands in repairs and premature decay of your home. If gutters are left clogged or malfunctioning, water can overflow and collect around the foundation of...
How Often Should I Inspect My Asphalt Roof
The average asphalt roof lasts anywhere from 15-20 years. Factors affecting the lifespan of your roof include the manufacturing process, installation methods, and techniques, proper (or improper) ventilation, as well as the climate and weather patterns where you live Harsh sun, heavy snow or rain, and hail can all negatively affect the lifespan of your...
How Do You Know You Need New Siding?
When was the last time your siding was replaced? Unlike many other home improvement projects, you might not think about your siding until an urgent problem arises. Siding is not all about aesthetics, as it also protects your home from rain, wind, snow and insects. But as with anything else in or on your home,...
Common Problems of Poor Roof Ventilation
Proper roof and attic ventilation are important parts of your roof system. Roof venting, when properly installed, helps push heat and moisture out of your attic and pull in fresh air. When adequate venting is installed it reduces the temperature differential between the air inside and outside of your attic. This can reduce the risk...
Hail Damage Myths
“I have to file a claim ASAP for my insurance to cover damage”: The first thing to remember when dealing with your home is that most companies give you a year to file a claim with your insurance. While that doesn’t mean wait 10 months before checking for damage, it does mean that you do...
Spring Cleaning For the Exterior of Your Home
As many are busy cleaning the interior of their home this spring, it is just as important to clean the exterior as well. Exterior cleaning is critical for your homes long-term health. As the weather gradually gets warmer and outdoor activities get easier, here are some fast and simple ways to clean the exterior of...
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