We had a tree fall on the house recently. For the most part, it was only a glancing blow; however, a large section of the upper trunk broke off and penetrated the roof, giving my son an impromptu skylight. That roof had about 20 years on it and should have had 10 more years left, […]
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Repairing or replacing your roof can be expensive. Spending a few minutes every six months looking closely at your roof can help you identify roof maintenance opportunities that will help prevent costly repairs later. It’s also important to periodically check your homeowners insurance to make sure that serious roof damage is covered by your policy. […]
Spring is here: the clocks have sprung forward and the meltdown has begun. It’s been especially welcome in areas such as Boston, which dealt with the snowiest winter and the second coldest February on record. Homeowners were confronted with a range of issues from ice dams, roof leaks, and collapses in staggering numbers, but they […]
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 […]
There are a variety of effects that wintry weather can have on your home, both indoors and outdoors. For starters, you’ll be acutely aware of any drafts in your home. You’ll also be spending more money on utilities, especially heat, and you might have to wash your floors more often if you’re tracking in sand […]