Icicles hanging off the edge of a snow-covered roof have set the scene for every winter story since we were kids. In fact it’s such a desired look that they make lights that are shaped like icicles to hang around your house, turns out that's a way better option. What we didn’t know about icicles when we kids is that they are a telltale sign that you roof and home are not functioning properly. The same conditions that create icicles lead to a much bigger problem known as ice dams. Ice Dams can damage or even rip off gutters, damage shingles, and even cause water to backflow up under roofing shingles allowing water to leak into your home. Once that happens there is a whole new list of issues ranging from peeling paint to structural damage to floors, walls, and ceilings. Below we will show you quick fixes for ice damns, how to prevent ice dams, and how you can avoid them all together.
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Your roof protects you from all sort of inclement weather including the harsh rays and temperatures from the sun. But what protects your roof? Not much, unless you live in in a wooded area or planted some trees for landscaping your roof takes a beating summer after summer. So here are some warming signs to lookout for to keep your roof summer ready!
Winter in Michigan can be a magical time full of sledding, building a snowman, and warm cups of hot chocolate. It can also be a time of stress and sickness that takes a tole on our bodies. Your home also takes quite a beating from mother nature as well, and no part of your home experiences that like your roof. It battles all the elements and event has to put in hard work when you're sunbathing in the backyard. Today we are going to offer up some tips in our spring checklist that will keep your roof ready for whatever weather mother nature throws our way.
ASTM The American Society for Testing and Materials; organization that sets standards for a wide variety of materials, including roofing. BARGE BOARD A board that conceals roof timbers projecting over gables. COUNTER FLASHING That portion of the flashing attached to a vertical surface to prevent water from migrating behind the step flashing. CORNICE The overhanging part of the roof (the part that sticks out past the walls). CRICKET The evaluation of a part of a roof surface as a means of promoting drainage of water from behind an obstacle such as the chimney. CURB A short wall or masonry built above the level of the roof; it provides a means of flashing the deck equipment. DECK The base surface to which a roof system is applied. DORMER A structural element of a building that protrudes from the plane of a sloping roof surface; creates a usable space in the roof of a building by adding headroom and usually also by enabling the addition of windows. DRIP EDGE A device designed to prevent water from running back or under an overhang.
That's right, we decided that it was time for this old van to get a little TLC with a tune-up and some new decal
While some of us consider home improvements as a necessary part of home maintenance there is another side to the story. Naturally if your house needed a new driveway, a new roof, new siding or a fresh coat of paint and serious updates to the interior then your house will not sell for anywhere near the same house in the same neighborhood with that list up to date. So consider that new siding a home is one of those improvements that can add a significant amount of resale value to your property. In fact the National Association of Realtor’s reported that siding replacement is one of the best choices for improving home value. Whether the siding you chose is vinyl, fiber cement, or foam-backed vinyl, the decision to re-side a house has consistently increased resale value for homeowners. New siding definitely improves “curb” appeal. It also can save on energy costs. This makes for a smart investment now and in future. Vinyl Siding One of the most popular options which is reasonably priced, lightweight, and virtually maintenance-free while providing thermal protection to the home’s exterior is vinyl siding. It comes in a wide variety of colors and trim options. Fiber Cement Siding Fiber-cement siding is often called “hardiplank” or “hardie board”. This siding is resistant to moisture, fire, termites and rot. In addition, it doesn’t flex. It is installed much the same way as traditional lapboard or wood siding in that it is nailed directly to your home. This siding can be custom primed and painted at the factory. It also has a variety of trim options. Insulated Vinyl Siding Insulated vinyl siding is standard vinyl siding with a backing of solid rigid foam insulation. This means the siding will lay flat against the house. It also creates a solid foam barrier that is more energy efficient and less vulnerable to weather. Because it is significantly stiffer than standard vinyl it is much more resistant to warping and movement. Cost and Value Comparisons On average Vinyl siding is about 17% less expensive than Fiber Cement and about 24% less than Insulated Vinyl. The resale values for siding replacement also hold steady. Industry statistics indicate home-owners recoup between 70% to 80% of their investment cost.
Some of the team headed down to New Orleans this week to escape the winter weather and see what's new in the world of roofing for the 2018 International Roofing Expo . 3 full days of learning about new products, industry trends, and what the future of roofing has to offer. The guys also were pretty excited to meet one of their heroes while at the Expo!
Swung by a jobsite to drop off materials for the guys and caught them hard are work!