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Roofing
Avoid Hidden Costs During a Roof Replacement
Roof repairs can be some of the most expensive renovations for homeowners. So how do you ensure that your roof replacement stays in budget, and avoid hidden costs that could break the bank? Knowledge is key. To help with this stressful project, Modernize has created a series of articles that take you from finding damage…
Siding
How To Evaluate Contractors’ Siding Quotes
Comparing contractor quotes is an important step in the journey to replace the siding on your home, whether after damage or as part of a home improvement project. According to a recent Modernize survey, 63 percent of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates before starting a project. Evaluating multiple siding quotes not only helps…
Roofing
How to File a Roofing Insurance Claim
Your roof is often the first line of defense your home has against the elements, but severe weather, like hurricanes, tornados, and hail, can damage the roof to your home — causing leaks, water, and structural damage. To quickly, safely, and affordably repair roofing damage, you may need to file a homeowners insurance claim. We…
Roofing
Metal roofing was once heavily associated with warehouses, barns, and storage facilities— but no longer. Twenty years ago, the metal roofing market share was just 3.7 percent, but a recent independent study conducted by Dodge Data and Analytics found the 2016 market share for residential metal re-roofing is now 14 percent. This is up from…
Roofing
The Costs and Benefits of Different Roof Materials
Homeowners in need of a roof replacement have multiple roofing materials available to them today with varying lifespans. Aside from their longevity, the different roofing materials each have their own characteristics—both positive and negative — that can have a significant impact on your investment. We explore the advantages and disadvantages of some of the most…
Roofing
Evaluating Contractors’ Roofing Quotes
Comparing contractor quotes is an important step to your roofing repair and replacement process. A recent Modernize survey revealed 63 percent of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates ahead of a home improvement project. This gives homeowners the best chance of finding the best price, which we know is one of the most stressful…
Windows
Should I Replace Windows and Siding at the Same Time?
Home renovations can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when it comes to making decisions about major exterior updates. Among the most common dilemmas homeowners face is whether to replace windows and siding concurrently. Tackling both projects simultaneously might seem like a hefty undertaking, but it can also present unique advantages in terms of efficiency,…
Kitchen
When it comes to outdoor entertaining, most of us want to be outside, where the party is. But when you’re on kitchen duty, you can’t exactly get out and enjoy the fine weather and company. That leaves you either stuck all alone or running back and forth all night. And neither of those makes for…