Homeowners understand that money is an even greater challenge when you have a home to take care of. Maintenance costs money, utilities cost money, property taxes can be severe in some areas. If you have a family, that’s even more money needed in order to make ends meet. A thrifty mindset has come of this,
Your roof is a big part of your home, and we’re not just talking about physical size here. No, your roof is a critical component that has to resist all kinds of natural warfare, all while also fighting gravity endlessly. Your roof is your one line of defense against the pests invading and making themselves
If you live in most areas of this beautiful country, then you know that summer, while a time associated with heat and sun, rain and thunderstorms are very common and frequent, and they can be a real menace to your house. On top of the natural decay of your roof over time, rain, wind, and
As a homeowner, you should know how important your roof is. There’s a reason people refer to shelter as a roof over their head, and why when you try to sell a home, the first thing usually asked is the state of said roof. It’s actually logical because your roof is unimaginably crucial to your
Insurance is one of those necessary evils nobody likes but everyone needs. In this world, you can’t predict when things will go wrong – accidents, disasters, crime. You should have insurance, and then hope you never need to get your money’s worth out of it. In some cases, the law requires it flat-out, such as
Your roof is one of the most important parts of your house, being a line of defense against the ravages of nature. Nature is tenacious and aggressive, with weather, temperatures and pests working tirelessly to find ways in and ruin the beauty and integrity of your home. Water damage is probably the most insidious problem,
You know your roof’s important, being your home’s first and last line of defense. It keeps pests out, keeps climate control in, and prevents heinous water damage that can destroy your house. It directly impacts your resale value, your curb appeal, and your insurance too. So, choosing the right material for your roof is a
We would love to assume that every homeowner knows the true extent of their roof’s importance. It seems like a given once you’re aware, but sadly, if you look around these days, you see a lot of damaged or at least ugly, poorly-maintained roofs. It all comes down to economic conditions really, people are trying
If you have an older house (or at least an older roof), you probably noticed some black streaks over time, or noticed them on more visible roofs around you. You’ve invariably wondered what causes this, and suspected age or decay of the roof materials. This isn’t the case. These black streaks can be caused by
