When planning to redo your roof or repair some damages, you might come across different grades and types of wood, such as OSB and CDX and start wondering what those abbreviations mean. What are the differences? Is one better for roofing than the other? Should I use CDX or OSB for roofing plywood? OSB and
Today we’re talking about Roof replacement cost: ways to save money. A roof is not meant to last forever, regardless of what manufacturers claim. After 15 to 20 years of getting baked in the sun or pounded by heavy rain, you might start to notice that edges of the shingles are curling up or that
Window replacement is inevitable. No house is perfect, and some windows are going to age faster than others depending on certain factors, include weather and location. Most of the time, you will still have several windows in your house that are operating perfectly fine while others are in desperate need of a replacement. When that
Buying roofing shingles is as challenging as replacing an old roof by yourself, especially if you don’t know what you’re doing. You’re not alone, though. While more than 75 percent of American homes use asphalt shingles on the roof, most homeowners know next to nothing about how to shop for replacement shingles when the time
Although your home cannot speak to you directly about what it needs, there are other ways it shows you that it is having difficulties. For instance, take a look at the windows. What do you see? While windows cannot last forever, they should be able to last at least 20 years, if not longer, with
Looking to keep your energy bills down in the summertime? You don’t have to turn off the A/C or do anything too crazy. Instead, you might want to consider changing the shingles on your roof to something a bit cooler, something like the Timberline Cool Series by GAF. Not only do these special shingles help
No one ever wants to wake up one morning to see that their ceiling is wet or find that their roof has leaked after a storm. It can be alarming and will surely have you wondering whether to repair the leak or replace the entire roof. There is no simple answer to this, as the
Asphalt shingles are one of the most popular roofing materials throughout the country. Affordable, durable, and stylish, asphalt shingles provide both protection and aesthetics. However, like all good things, your roof is not going to last forever. There will come a time when your roof either looks old, worn out, or is showing signs that
What is the average lifespan of a residential rooftop? There are a lot of things that can help you estimate the lifespan of your roof. Weather, location, and the materials used all factor into some roofs lasting only 8 years while others will withstand wind and rain for decades. If you recently purchased a new
Replacing windows may seem like an easy enough project, especially once the weather is agreeable and the sun is shining. But is springtime truly the best time to replace your windows? Or is there a better time to begin your home improvement project? While many people will advise you that spring or summer is the
