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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
Reducing the amount of air leakage in your home is a cost-effective way to decrease heating and cooling costs, improve durability, increase comfort, and create a healthier indoor environment. To prevent air leakage, homeowners can explore window caulking. Use caulk to seal, or reseal, windows from the outside elements. Caulk is an affordable, flexible substance…
Windows
How To Evaluate Contractors’ Window Replacement Quotes
Comparing contractor quotes is an essential step of the window replacement process. A recent Modernize survey revealed 63% of homeowners compare three to four contractor estimates ahead of a home improvement project. Evaluating multiple quotes helps homeowners scope their budget and encourages contractors to be competitive with their pricing. It’s important to understand your quote…
Windows
Save on Your Window Replacement This Winter
Most home improvement projects, including window replacements, are started and completed during the spring or fall seasons when the weather is more comfortable and predictable. However, a home improvement project during high season will likely impact your estimate and project timeline. During these warmer months, contractors and supplies are in high demand. Contractors are less…
Windows
Avoid Hidden Costs During A Window Replacement
Replacing multiple windows in your home is a worthwhile, but costly, investment. As you vet and select the best window contractor for your project, it is important to discuss your budget and potential factors that might affect the overall cost of your window replacement. To make sure your project is as affordable as possible, review these…
Windows
Does Insurance Cover Broken Windows? Filing a Windows Insurance Claim
Despite our best efforts to keep our home and property safe, accidents can still occur. Severe weather, storms, and stray baseballs can easily crack or break the windows of our home. To quickly and affordably repair your home, you may need to file a homeowner’s insurance claim. This begs the question: Does insurance cover broken…
Roofing
5 Simple Steps for Hiring a Roofing Contractor: A Checklist
After a storm, discovering you have damage to your roof is scary and stressful. It needs to be fixed immediately, and doing so while juggling the hassle of filing an insurance claim to repair or replace your roof can be challenging. Finding a reliable and trustworthy roofing contractor is your second step in repairing post-storm…
Roofing
3 Things to Consider Before a Metal Roof Replacement
Replacing your roof is a major investment that requires careful research, budgeting, and consideration. Before you commit to a metal roof replacement, it is important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of this unique roofing type. Compare Roof Replacement Costs Metal roofing materials can be three times as expensive as other traditional roofing types — …