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Commonly Overlooked Warning Signs of Water Intrusion

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Unnoticed water intrusion can cause significant damage over time. While a small leak in your plumbing or a small trickle in your home’s foundation may not seem like it could do much damage, long-term exposure to increased moisture can cause serious deterioration to your home’s building materials and underlying structure. Higher levels of humidity from […]

Can I Convert My Attic for Additional Storage?

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Many homeowners eager to make more room within their homes look to the attic for additional storage space. We understand the thinking. Afterall, most attics are what most people would consider “dead” space. Homeowners look at the attic above the garage and see a space that can house seasonal decorations, clothing, and random clutter that […]

Safely Removing Icicles

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A long line of glistening icicles hanging off the edge of your roof may look beautiful, but the truth is they may be doing significant damage to your home. And that’s aside from the potential danger they pose from suddenly detaching and hitting what—or who—happens to be below. In this article, we’ll discuss how icicles […]

The Top 6 Reasons Roofs Fail

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The roof is one of the important components of any building. It provides shelter from the elements and helps regulate the temperature inside the building throughout the year. Many homeowners lie awake at night literally worrying about the roof over their heads. Roof failure is among the most stressful issues any homeowner can face. A […]

Common Issues with Skylights & How to Avoid Them

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Skylights offer the gorgeous benefit of bathing a space in natural light during the day and providing a glorious view of the stars at night. Unfortunately, skylights bring with them a host of potential problems that can lead to significant damage to your home. Read on to learn about some of the most common issues […]