Your pitched residential roof consists of more than just the metal, tile, or shingles covering the surface or the underlayment below. Where water drains from the roofs, commonly referred to as eaves, are more than just the end of a roof. Eaves consist of two main components — the soffits and the fascia —
Sometimes, you may notice odd shapes or distortions on your asphalt shingle roof, particularly on scorching summer days. Commonly known as “roof blisters” or “roof ridges,” these distortions originate from installation or quality issues. While a new asphalt shingle roof may last for decades, a poor quality (or improperly installed) roof could experience problems
Many people don’t pay enough attention to their gutters even though gutters play a huge role in roof protection. Ineffective gutters may allow water to back up under your roof and cause serious damage. Know why your gutters may lose their effectiveness so that you can prevent the damage. Below are some of the
Are you looking to add a touch of quality, elegance, and safety to your pool surrounds? Aggregate concrete, tiles, decking, and plaster are all great choices to put around your swimming pools. Tiles and decking both work to make sure a landscape or design looks great and compliments the materials used. Whereas plaster is
Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and kills more people per year than drunk driving. Radon is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas that is naturally created from the decay of radioactive elements, such as uranium, which can be found in different amounts in soil and rock HOW
Bi-Fold Moving Glass Wall System Another building trend that has really taken off is the blurring of the lines between indoor and outdoor living. Adding a bi-folding glass wall system allows you to open the interior of your home to the outside so that you can enjoy the fresh air and sunshine without even
As a commercial building owner or property manager, you have a lot on your plate when it comes to building maintenance. Is professional commercial window cleaning on your schedule? Your should be thinking about it because one of the most important, maintenance services you can have performed. And, as a homeowner, clean windows are
Does your roof make an annoying popping sound when it’s windy? When you go to bed at night, do you hear a creepy creaking noise like suspense building in a horror movie? Relaxing can be difficult when you feel like the ceiling will collapse on you at any moment. If you’re wondering why a
Roofs are built to withstand normal wind speed and pressure. When wind strikes at the wrong angle or exerts uneven forces across a roof, that’s when trouble begins. Types of Wind Damage to Roofs Lots of danger blows in the wind. The design, materials, and installation of a roof must all work together to protect against
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