13 April 2015
The charm and the character of your historic home are probably what drew you to it. However, while your historic house is certainly charming, chances are that you may be facing an energy crisis. Old, drafty windows, outdated insulation and air infiltration can result in a huge waste of energy and of money. Here's a look at some ways that you can step up the energy efficiency of your historic home without compromising its charm.
10 April 2015
Cold weather brings freezing rain and snow. Once snow begins to accumulate on your roof, it can bring ice dams. If you're not sure what an ice dam is, it's a build-up of ice at the edge of your roof, usually caused by melting snow. As the snow melts, the water runs down the slope of your roof. The cold air causes the water to freeze once it hits the edge of the roof, causing an ice dam to build up.
8 April 2015
The roof of a commercial building is extremely important. It protects employees from the elements, and this is what makes it the part of the building that is likely to sustain the most damage. The roof of a commercial building can deteriorate quickly and cause widespread leakage, if it is not monitored for decay. Here are four major causes of leaks in the roofs of commercial buildings that you should be aware of.
8 April 2015
Is the time drawing near to have a new roof installed on your home? If your roof is more than a decade or two old, there's a good chance you're in need of roof replacement (or will be in the near future). Before you begin getting bids for a new roof from local companies, however, there are some specific considerations you'll want to keep in mind that could affect your decision.
7 April 2015
A minor skylight leak may not be easy to detect. This is the stage at which you should identify and deal with the sources of the leak – before it causes further problems. Here are a few clues that you point to a leaking skylight: Trace the Stains to Their Highest Points If the skylight is leaking, then there is a chance that its interior surface may be stained with streaks that may extend to the adjacent drywall and ceiling.
6 April 2015
If you are considering getting a new roof then you probably want to know the best way to go about doing it. Getting your roof replaced and maintaining it once you have replaced it need not be daunting or intimidating if you follow the advice that will be given below. Get Your Permits In Order In most states you will be required to obtain a permit in order to carry out any kind of roofing work.
2 April 2015
If your vinyl siding is old, faded, and dirty, you may be able to get a few more years of life out of it by giving it a good cleaning. Cleaning won't help color fading, but it can make your home look fresh and tidy until you can save enough money to have new siding installed. Here are a few cleaning tips that might help. Use A Pressure Washer A pressure washer on the low setting will eliminate the need for scrubbing the siding with a brush unless the siding is very dirty and stained.