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ROOF ENEMIES

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Betsy Pond

Roofs in our area have certainly met – and continue to meet — lots of enemies over the last 18 months. Since we are in the middle of scorching sun and severe and sudden rainstorms, I am listing what some of these enemies are and how they affect your roofing system, the most important part

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SO YOU NEED A NEW ROOF…

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Betsy Pond

…and you are daunted by the process. First, buying a new roof is not impulse buying. It is not even close to being a “happy” buy. It is an unpleasant surprise and a bit scary. It is an expense you did not budget in, and you have no idea what this is going to cost.

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CRITTER CONTROL

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Betsy Pond

With spring finally here, it is time to inspect your home to make sure you have no critters living inside your attic. Animals in your attic can cause major damage to the wiring, the plumbing, and structure of your house. Additionally many critters (such as squirrels, raccoons and bats) could be carrying rabies, and you

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THE ROOFING CONTRACT: GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Betsy Pond

According to the Better Business Bureau, in 2011 it received more than 3.3 million consumer inquiries from consumers who were trying to find a reputable roofer. While roofing was the No. 1 industry that consumers asked for Bureau guidance and referrals, other exterior improvements such as siding, windows and doors were not far behind. The

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SPRING MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR HOME EXTERIOR

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Betsy Pond

Hopefully, thankfully and optimistically, spring will be here soon. As soon as it warms up somewhat, it is a good idea to inspect the exterior of your home to see how it held up during our worst winter in years. Here are some things to look for: Gutters: Check to make sure gutters are securely

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WHAT ARE NAIL POPS?

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Betsy Pond

When you are inspecting your roof for the winter ahead, look for raised shingles. If you see any, in all probability, it is caused because a nail has popped up and lifted the single. As soon as possible, you should have a professional roofer inspect your roof to make sure it can survive the winter

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PROTECTING YOUR LANDSCAPING DURING ROOF REPLACEMENT

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Betsy Pond

You need a new roof, and you have spent years of time and expense on your landscaping and are naturally worried about what will happen to it during the roofing process. Roofing is a messy job. On our contract and on the Checklist we send out that tells you what you should do to prep

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