The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reports that approximately 500,000 ladder-related injuries are treated every year in the country. A majority of these cases happen at homes in what can only be surmised as roof repair or gutter-cleaning activities. Unfortunately, these maintenance procedures are necessary, despite its high-risk.
Differences Between Open and Closed Valley Roofs
You’re due for a roof replacement and you’ve already contacted your local roofing company for the job. Now comes the first step in any home improvement project: planning. During the planning phase, the choice between open and closed valley roofing might come up when you’re replacing your roof. It can be a daunting decision, especially […]
Learn why it’s important not to cover the roof vents during winter.
Roof vents are more than just oddities on your roof. They ensure that air circulates throughout the attic and properly exits your home. Many homeowners assume that covering them during the winter is a good idea unaware that it’s not only unnecessary, it may even put your home at risk.
Roof Replacement: Is it Safe to Do in Winter?
Your roof’s durability and resilience towards the elements is tested during the winter. It has to put up with billowing snow and hail on top of any existing issues it may already have. Pre-winter inspections are a must to prevent serious problems, but what happens when you need to replace the whole roofing structure in […]
Skylights vs. Solar Tubes: What to Choose?
When it comes to natural light, homeowners will agree on one thing: They want more of it. There’s not a one-size-fits-all way, however, to increase natural light in a home so it’s important to understand what your options have to offer, starting with getting to know skylights and solar tubes.
