Homeowner Tips: Roofing, Siding and Home Exterior Articles
In our years of experience, you could say we’ve seen a lot. So while a few times each year something new and truly weird prevents us from saying “We’ve seen it all!”, sit down, grab a cup of coffee and let us share some of our experience for the good of your home.
How Should a Roof Be Insulated? Read on!
Insulation plays a major role in how well your home handles Chicago’s hot summers and cold winters. In most traditional vented attics, the best practice is to insulate the attic floor so the living space stays comfortable while the [...]
Which New Siding Is Best for Your Home’s Value? Learn About the Siding Options Chicago Homeowners Are Choosing for Durability and Beauty
New siding is a fresh start for your home! Many Chicago homeowners wonder which siding replacement option offers the best balance of cost, durability, and value for cost, performance, and return on investment (ROI) here in Chicago's four-season climate [...]
Everything You Need to Know Before Installing a Skylight
Have you ever considered the way skylights could transform your home? Most homeowners envision large-scale renovations that involve opening up walls, installing wider exterior doors, or vaulting their ceilings when they want to make a space feel bigger and [...]
Anatomy of a Roof and Importance of Roof Ventilation
How well do you know your roof? While the roof is the single most important protective feature of a home, very few homeowners actually know what makes their roofs tick. What's more, they may not know about some important [...]
Why Gutter Guards Are a Smart Investment
Does your home in the Chicago area need gutter guards? Just take a look around your yard for the answer. It's easy for things like leaves, pine needles, small branches, and nests from rodents and birds to get stuck [...]
Why Proper Attic Insulation Is Essential Before Winter Hits
Did you know that up to 85% of a home's heat can escape through an improperly insulated attic? It's true, and what's even more important is that you can prevent much of that loss with proper attic insulation. Your [...]