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They don’t make them like they used to. Older homes have so many charms and details that can be mis-matched when they need a roof replacement. Making sure that the materials you choose for your new roof as well as making sure the roofing contractor you hire can meet the needs and aesthetics of your…

A roof replacement is a significant expenditure. For this reason, many homeowners choose to finance it. Lenders consider home improvements and renovations as worthwhile uses for credit. And so, there are several options available for homeowners who’d like to finance a roofing replacement. Here’s an overview of some available options. Homeowners Insurance for a roof…

Roofing sealants can be used for routine maintenance and small touch-ups or repairs. Sealant application is a perfect DIY remedy for hail damage, isolated leaks, and other minor issues. Sealants can also be applied to make a roof’s flashing, vents, pipes, skylights, chimneys, gutters, and other components more weather resistant. Homeowners who are up for…

Ceiling cracks aren’t unusual. In fact, some cracking is considered normal and should even be expected. you only need to act quickly and call a roofing company if water spots appear with the crack.  Cracks in your ceiling can emerge from normal factors like the house settling or paint drying out. However, cracks can also…

The roof of your home sustains significant structural damage after a storm passes through the area. You’re relieved that your family is safe, but what about insurance coverage? Typically, such occurrences are accidental or unavoidable, and your homeowner’s insurance policy may cover them. However, when working with your insurance provider, you must be aware of…

Spring rains are coming to Minneapolis. These storms can do a number on your roof and gutter systems. If rain storms bring loud sounds of trickling or rushing from your downspouts you need to find the source and address it.  Or maybe you hear them clanging, banging, and rattling at any time. This isn’t something…

Traditional square or rectangular gutters can be replaced with less common half-round gutters, which have been around for much longer. Typically made of copper, aluminum, zinc, galvanized steel, or other metals, this style of gutter resembles a round open tube with its top half cut off. It also functions similarly to a rain gutter.  The…

The traditional American barn has a very distinct look. It’s often a big, red pole barn with a metal roof. You’ll find them dotting the landscape as you drive down the highway. These barns haven’t changed much in hundreds of years. But why metal? It may seem like metal roofs would cost more and be…

Your roof looks a little green. Why is that discoloration happening, and what does it mean for the structure of your home? Often, that green material is moss, a type of growing plant material that can spread quickly over the structure. It may look pretty, even a bit charming, but it is not something that…