Common Winter Roofing Problems The beauty of a snowstorm conjures up fond memories of childhood afternoons spent sledding and making snow angels. Unfortunately, as a homeowner, you see the ugly side of below-freezing weather, snow and ice– and we don’t mean shovelling. Winter weather can be a home’s enemy, and when it wins the battle, […]
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11 Things to Check When Comparing Roofing Estimates
11 Things to Check When Comparing Roofing Estimates If you’re starting to get estimates from roofing contractors for a new roof in 2023, you may get numbers that vary widely. How do you compare them to make the best choice for quality as well as price? First, make a list of the items you want […]
7 Important Home Check-ups to Complete Before Winter
Take Care of Home Check-ups and Small Repairs Now Sunday, November 6 is the end of Daylight Savings time in 2022. With the shortest days ahead of us (☹) you need to get serious now and take care of home checkups and small repairs before the cold winter starts trying to get inside your home. […]
Five Things to Check in a Fall Roof Inspection
This Fall, Look Up (at your roof!) Schools have reopened, the mornings are cool, the cicadas are singing at night – all sure signs of Fall. Along with relief from the scorching summer heat, Fall brings… well, things that fall. Like leaves and sticks, rain and storms, and maybe even a roof shingle or two […]
More than functional, your roof can be a crowning touch to your home
A roof can be more than important protection for your home: it can also be an element of beauty that adds curb appeal and home value. One way to maximize the value of your roof is to select a shingle that provides extra dimension and color. Known as architectural shingles, they are some of the […]
Can Your Roof Survive Wind Storms and Hurricanes?
They Huff and They Puff and They Blow Your Roof Down Surviving wind storms and hurricanes Delaware has endured several high-wind storms in recent months. Our readers in Hockessin and Sussex County know what we’re referring to. Less frequently, hurricanes and tropical storms have hit our area. Have you found shingles on your lawn that […]
Repair or Replace Your Roof?
Time To Repair or Replace Your Roof?? Some of the more costly investments in your home are flexible as to when they should be done. New kitchen or bath? Do it when the budget permits. New deck? Just get it done before the old one becomes dangerous. But the roof often makes the decision on […]
Spring Rains Show Us Who’s Boss
Spring Showers (and Summer Rain) If April showers bring May Flowers, then a May full of monsoon-like spring rains that we had at the beginning of this month — brings clogged gutters. It’s hard to focus on gutters and gutter guards, the unsung heroes of exteriors. But fail to give them some respect, and you […]
DOs and DONT’s of Roof Repair and Replacement
What You Need To Know About Roof Repair A roof is a key factor in keeping any home safe from the elements. A compromised roof could allow significant damage to your home, inside and out. Sometimes you need roof repair. It’s easy to overlook the importance of the health of your roof; after all, it’s […]
Replacement Roofing – Let’s Start at the Top
New Roof or Replacement Roof? Home roofing is likely to be a big investment, so you’ll want to be absolutely certain you’re making the right decisions about what to do, how to do it, and who will do the best job for you. Take solace in knowing that a new, replacement roof will return some […]
