Properly installed gutters and downspouts direct water away from your home. When they’re working correctly, they can help prevent water damage, keep basements from flooding, and more. Directing water away from your home is the most important function a gutter system serves. With that in mind, here are a few more reasons why gutters
The most popular colors for shingles we’ve seen this year include: Light brown hues—sand, taupe, desert Dark brown hues—autumnal brown, tree bark, weathered wood Blue hues—denim, navy, sky, blue-green Green hues—forest, moss, hunter Off white hues—beige, stone, tan, khaki Some honorable mentions for 2021 include: Owens Corning Red Copper (shingle color of the year
Rain gutters do not work as designed for many reasons. The following information describes the main reasons for gutter clogging and their solutions. However, first we must describe rain gutters that do work properly, and why. Rain gutters that are the correct size for the roof they serve, have the proper number and placement of downspouts, are installed
The benefits of choosing the right shingle color include: Boost curb appeal Get the most out of your investment Longevity of your roof and home Timeless aesthetics How to Choose a Roof Shingle Color The best way to choose a roof shingle color is to pick one that accents your siding color(s). If you’re looking for
Those new to homeownership and home maintenance may question whether gutters are an absolutely vital component of their homes’ exteriors, or just some sort of decorative element. While it’s true that professionally installed gutters create a crisp, clean edge around your home’s roofline, their main purpose is far from mere adornment. Contractors install a gutter
Yes, roof valleys can affect your rain gutters and cause overflow? Roofs have many different designs from flat roofs to steep roofs with many valleys. The following information will discuss roofs with valleys and the flow of rain water down valleys. By their design, valleys create a faster flow of water down the roof than
When it comes to having your windows replaced there is a huge misconception: you have to choose the same window style that you current have. While that might be the right choice, you do have other options. Let’s take a look at the different window styles.: Single and Double-Hung Windows They’re common and popular
Many people believe that roof paint and roof coating are the same things. In fact, there can be significant differences between the two products. Paint generally doesn’t offer the same level of protection that a roof coating does. When standard-issue paint is applied without a coating layer, the atmosphere can damage the paint in
The classic neutral tones of wood, metal, and asphalt roof shingles have their own unique beauty, but they don’t suit every home or every taste. If your shingles are a little too drab for your style, paint can liven them up. Some colors can even make your home a little more comfortable. That said,
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