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Insulation Materials

Winter is Coming

Your attic can have a huge effect on the life of your roof and on your utility bill. It might be worth checking on how well it is insulated, especially since that harsh Michigan winter is coming up quickly as we approach the end of September. The Department of Energy estimates that a properly insulated […]

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Roofing Maintenance

What is Your Roof’s Lifespan?

We get the question all of the time, how do I know when I’ll need a new roof? Of course, this is a difficult question to answer without any additional information. There are some rules of thumb for average lifespan of a roof and we can begin with these. An average asphalt roof will last […]

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Gutter Advice

Why Gutters Are Important

You don’t think much about gutters until they are dumping water on your head, do you? Gutters serve many important purposes, not just to keep you dry as you search for your house key. Knowing this, you can avoid many big problems with your home if you keep your gutters flowing smoothly. What do gutters […]

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Hiring Contractors Hiring Roofing Contractors

8 Simple Questions to Ask BEFORE Hiring a Roofing Contractor

Hiring the right roofing contractor can save you a ton of money, headache and hassle. But how do you know who to hire? You could trust the google rankings when you do a simple search, but that will just narrow it down. You need to do more investigation before you can trust your home and […]

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Roofing Maintenance

10 Rules for Roof Maintenance

Keeping up with roof maintenance can ensure your roof will last for many years, many times up to 30 years or longer. Needing a new roof can be expensive and with a few monthly and quarterly maintenance tips, you can avoid and put off needing a new roof for many years. Here are the biggest […]

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Roofing Materials

The Importance of Ventilation

Roof ventilation is one of the most misunderstood and yet most important features of any roofing system. A properly ventilated roof compared to one that is not properly ventilated can be 10-20 years of additional service. Yes, a roof can fail at only 25% of its expected life because of improper ventilation. How does this […]

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