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ICE DAMS 101

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Betsy Pond

While Icicles look somewhat magical and remind us that winter has arrived, they are in fact an indication that something is wrong in that home. Usually that something is the dreaded ice dam. Let me give you a definition of an ice dam and why it occurs: An ice dam is a block of ice

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SNOW SHOVELING SAFETY TIPS

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Shoveling snow is serious business. Snow is a lot heavier than you think, and it is no different than other forms of physical exercise so take into consideration your health and your level of fitness. Shoveling puts a lot of stress on the body in a short period of time. Shoveling snow causes a quick

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TIPS ON WINTERIZING YOUR HOME

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Can your home withstand whatever winter has in store for us? Check out the items listed below to make sure your home can survive the cold. Turn off the outside water valves and make sure the lines are drained. Detach hoses and move them to sheds or indoors. Insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing and

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FALL MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST: ROOFS AND GUTTERS

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Betsy Pond

While there is no way to predict what our winter season will bring, now is the time to inspect the roofing and gutter components of your home. If, like many homeowners, you tend to ignore signs of possible exterior home repairs, it’s time to be proactive and inspect your roof and gutters to make sure

Posted in Gutter Cleaning, Roof care, Winterizing your Home home improvement, roof repair, Angie's List best of service, roof care, professional roofer, gutter care, gutter cleaning, window maintenance

FALL MAINTENANCE: SIDING

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Before winter arrives, make sure you inspect the exterior of your home to make sure your home can slide through bad weather. Take a close look at your siding to make sure you don’t see signs of needed repair or replacement. Here are a few things to look for on the outside: Holes or tears,

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Fall Maintenance Schedule – Part 1

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Betsy Pond

WINDOW REPLACEMENT How old are your windows – seriously? Old windows waste energy, are difficult to open and close, and require more maintenance than they are worth. And how bad do they look? Here are some symptoms that your windows need to be replaced: Drafts — energy is escaping from the windows; Outdated, worn, faded

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Beware of Home Improvement Scams

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Recent articles in Angie’s List monthly magazine and in Parade magazine reminded me of how easy it is for con artists to convince homeowners that exterior work is needed on their home. In fact, a recent article noted that roofing scam complaints were up 60% with the Better Business Bureau. Here is what could

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HOA’s: CHARTING A SURVIVAL COURSE

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Inevitably when the phrase “HOA” is mentioned to members of a homeowner’s association, or someone who was formerly a member of an HOA, or even someone who has made it a life goal to avoid buying property that is part of an HOA, the response is usually anything but favorable. In actuality, the HOA plays

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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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ON THE SPOT ROOF REPAIRS

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Betsy Pond

When customers call our office to schedule a repair estimate, they often ask whether we can repair their roof at the same time. The answer is a resounding NO. Here’s why, and what you should consider when making that request: When you call for an estimate, you probably are not aware of what the problem

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