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There is no escaping the inevitable: snow and ice brought by the winter weather. This wind is starting to howl, and, soon, those gusts will carry snow drifts and flurries your way. So, before loads of snow begin threatening your home, it’s about time to winterize your home, particularly your windows and doors.
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Roof Upkeep: 3 Ways to Prolong Your Roof’s Lifespan
As with other parts of your home, your roofing shingles have a life expectancy – around 25 years in the case of asphalt shingles to as long as 100 years or more for slate roofs. Not all of them, however, will actually last as long as expected. From storm damage to natural aging and decay, there are many factors that can shorten your roof’s service life.
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3 Tips on Securing Home Windows
It is important to secure your home windows to fend off unwanted visitors. In fact, it is very common for burglars to enter the house through unlocked doors or first-floor windows. You need to do all the necessary steps in order to make sure that your windows are as secured as possible.
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Causes of Asphalt Shingle Granule Loss
Asphalt shingles continue to be among the most popular types of roofing because of their durability, longevity, easy installation and low price. Another way asphalt shingles have been perfected over the years is with granules, which shield the shingles from ultraviolet (UV) rays and increase their resistance to fire. If the shingle has no granules, it will be left exposed to sunlight, which will cause it to deteriorate prematurely. But what causes granule loss?
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When it comes to residential roofing, it’s not always easy to choose the right kind of gutter material for your home. You have the usual choice of vinyl, steel, copper, aluminum and wood, and they all vary in price per linear foot. Their pricing should already include the necessary components of a proper gutter system, which includes corner joints, end caps, hanging brackets and downspouts.
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