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Condensation or Leaky Roof? How to Tell the Difference

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Condensation or Leaky Roof? How to Tell the Difference Have you noticed a water stain on your ceiling but cannot figure out where it came from? Or perhaps your bathroom vent is suddenly dripping water? Maybe you just reshingled your roof, but for some reason, you discover a leak in your attic. And, what’s more, does the leak gets worse …

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How to Prevent Heat Loss Through Your Roof

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How to Prevent Heat Loss Through Your Roof When the winter chill sets in, did you realize that you could be losing up to 25 percent of your home’s heat through the roof ! But, there is a simple solution. Here is how to prevent heat loss through your roof. Once you complete these easy steps, you are sure to …

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The Truth About Ice Dams

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The Truth About Ice Dams Winter may bring to mind bucolic scenes of homes covered in snow, smoke piping out the chimney, and icicles hanging on the roof eves. While it is true that winter brings ice, snow and freezing temperatures, there is nothing false about the toll winter takes on your roof. One of the worst offenders is ice …

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5 Steps to Prevent Winter Roof Damage

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  5 Steps to Prevent Winter Roof Damage With the winter comes the cold, snow, and ice. It is imperative that you make sure to protect your home’s roof from ice injury. There are several steps you can take now to prevent winter roof damage. These tips will hinder massive ice forms and safeguard your roof from leaks and other issues. …

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Roof?

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Roof? The decision whether to repair or replace your roof may be a hefty one. There are many factors to consider: • What is the age of the roof? • Have you experienced recent storm damage? • Do all of the shingles match? • What is your budget? • Are you placing your house on …

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Securing a Damaged Roof After a Storm

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Securing a Damaged Roof After a Storm When a storm damages your roof it is imperative that you protect it from further harm. Even a minor leak can affect the interior of your home, or even cause further damage to the roof. You can buy time until the professionals arrive by installing a tarp. But, you must attach it properly because …

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Is Your Roof Ready for Hurricane Season

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Is Your Roof Ready for Hurricane Season The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) is predicting an even busier Atlantic hurricane season. Forecasters are expecting from 11 to 17 named storms, of which 5-9 will become hurricanes. They also believe that 2-4 of those storms becoming major hurricanes with wind speeds in excess of 110 mph! Is your roof hurricane …

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10 Signs You Need a New Roof

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10 Signs You Need a New Roof You usually don’t think about your roof until there is a problem. And, what’s more, this issue usually occurs at the worst time. But, a savvy homeowner can look for these 10 signs you need a new roof. That way, you will be prepared for whatever conditions the seasons bring your way. 1. …

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Perform a Self Inspection of Your Roof

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Do not wait until it’s too late.  Learn how to perform a quick inspection of your roof for damage or weaknesses.  Storms in Annapolis can frequently cause damage to new and aging roofs alike. Unchecked roofs can bring unexpected disasters. Easy to do but often over looked, an annual roof inspection can help you catch little issues before they turn …