Tag: water damage
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Leak-Free Skylight Installation Tips From a Roofing Contractor
Skylights are designed to be both functional and attractive. Essentially a window installed in the roof of your home, a skylight provides the interior room with natural light and heat. As beautiful and functional as they are, skylights are behind many common roof leaks. A poorly installed skylight can allow moisture into your home and…
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3 Common Winter Roofing Problems to Watch Out For
Winter weather can be hard on your roof, especially in the East Coast states like Delaware or Pennsylvania. Several problems can creep up if you don’t pay attention and, if not adequately addressed, may lead to big, costly roofing repairs. Today, we will discuss typical roofing damage resulting from condensation & ice dams and also…
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Winter Roofing & Shingle Damage: Ice Dams, Roof Leaks & How to Prevent Them
Winter weather can be hard on your roof, especially on the East Coast. In places like Delaware, the wet winter can put a significant strain on your shingle roofing. Several issues can creep up if you don’t pay attention and, if not adequately addressed, may lead to costly repairs come spring. Today, we’re discussing the…
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From Roofing Inspection to Repairs: 5 Fall Maintenance Tips for Homeowners
Home maintenance experts point to fall as the year’s most important maintenance and repair seasons. Winter can bring all kinds of unruly and unpredictable weather, and if your roof has any minor or undetected structural or repair problems, you run the risk of having them get out of control at the worst possible time. Harsh…
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7 Steps to Locating and Patching Minor Roof Leaks
Many homeowners look to save money by making minor roof repairs on their own. If you’re up for the challenge, your first step will be to learn how to pinpoint and fix small leaks. While the location of the incoming water will often betray the leaky spot, identifying the source of the problem isn’t always…