Roofing
DIY Roof Washing: How to Clean Your Roof
Your roof goes through a lot of wear and tear throughout the year. The sun beats down on it in the summer, rain pelts it during the spring, and snow and ice accumulate on it in the winter. It’s no wonder roof washing is a good idea. Although you may not have thought about cleaning…
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How to Check and Maintain Roof Flashing
It’s hard to say if there’s a more important part of your home than the roof. It keeps you safe and protected from the elements, but even more importantly, it keeps all the materials used to construct your house dry, too. That means you won’t have to worry about anything rotting or wearing out—and best…
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For the past 20 years, Pantone‘s color experts have released their “Color of the Year,” which influences industries across the globe— including fashion, home furnishings, and graphic design. Similarly, Owens Corning shares their “Shingle Color of the Year” for contractors and homeowners. For 2019, Owens Corning selected Black Sable, a shade described as a “timeless,”…
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How Do I Install a Decorative Cupola on My Roof?
Love decorating? Why focus all your attention on your home’s interiors? A cupola adds a classic and unique twist to exterior surfaces, making it a loving update that really shows the world just how much you care about your home. Plus, it’s easy enough for a moderately experienced carpenter to install one, too. Read on…
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Sealing a Roof with a Roof Coating
Whether you have just installed a new roof or are trying to extend the life of your existing one, roof coatings are a hot topic in the home improvement market these days. The growing trend is largely attributed to an increasing desire among homeowners to be more environmentally conscious while also reducing energy costs. Typically,…