More than creating a colder home this winter, inadequate insulation is also the likely reason your attic is experiencing water damage. The dynamic is called ice damming. House heat escapes from the attic and makes its way to the roof where it melts the snow. Eventually, the water finds its way inside as the snow […]
Shorter days, changing trees, and that chill in the air all point to the arrival of Autumn! It might not be time to stow away the patio furniture, but the change in season does make it timely for routine fall maintenance. While groundskeeping tasks like raking leaves can’t be overlooked, preventative structural upkeep is essential […]
Review, refresh, repair! Springtime offers that perfect opportunity to reassess everyday home maintenance and plan ahead for future projects. A home’s exterior can take a beating in the winter. Some damage may be obvious: Missing siding or roof shingles, the result of harsh weather, offer telltale signs of needed repairs. Other issues may be a […]
2019 NATIONAL AVERAGES PROJECT JOB COST RESALE VALUE COST RECOUPED MIDRANGE Backyard Patio $56,906 $31,430 55.2% MIDRANGE Bathroom Addition $47,427 $28,726 60.6% UPSCALE Bathroom Addition $87,704 $51,000 58.1% MIDRANGE Bathroom Remodel $20,420 $13,717 67.2% UPSCALE Bathroom Remodel $64,743 $38,952 60.2% MIDRANGE Deck Addition (Composite) $19,150 $13,232 69.1% MIDRANGE Deck Addition (Wood) $13,333 $10,083 75.6% […]
One of the most common and costly issues homeowners call on a contractor for is to fix a leaky roof. Not surprisingly, most property owners do not have the expertise (or desire) to get onto their roofs and look for problems themselves. However, even for a professional, the source of a leak can be elusive […]
Paulo Vieiradias on December 2, 2014 at 10:00 am While it’s not officially winter, it looks and feels like it in most of the country. This is the time when many homeowners see icicles hanging from their eaves and/or water coming in the house due to ice damming on the roof. There are three main […]
Our homes are our most valuable asset. Investing in our homes not only brings return on investment, but also provides protection, safety and security to our loved ones and our possessions. Replacing a roof or siding can be expensive, that’s why you should hire an experienced Perth home builder so he can get the job […]
With so many choices available to home and business owners today, discovering the best roofing contractor is an important and sometimes costly process. A few key questions from CDBR | C&D Brooklyn Roofers should be answered in choosing the roofing contractor that best meets your needs. 1. Does the contractor have all of the appropriate […]
A certified home inspector shares 10 home-maintenance tips for spring. By Dwight Barnett, Scripps Howard News Service After a long, dark winter, spring’s bright sun and warm winds are, well, a breath of fresh air. The only downside? All that sunshine spotlights your leaf-filled gutters, cracked sidewalks and the dead plants in last year’s flower […]
In Wilmington Delaware, tile roofing isn’t rare. Homeowners use tile due to the beautiful look and the low maintenance. Tile roofs are known to exceed life time expectancies. With copper accents, like wall flashing, hidden gutters and chimney caps; they really contrast well with Luduwici roofing tile. When considering a tile roof, be sure to […]
