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How to Identify Roof Wind Damage

Andrew Schmidt

Storms are a normal part of the season, but they can easily wreak havoc on your home. Flying debris can dent siding, and flooding can cause damage to basements and foundations. However, many people overlook the wind da...

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How to Protect Your Roof with Gutter Heaters

Andrew Schmidt

Protect Your Roof from Snow and Ice Buildup A snow-covered roof is a beautiful sight in the wintertime, but it can also be a hazard. When temperatures fluctuate, snow begins to melt and refreeze. This cycle creates ice ...

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Should I Even Consider Having my Roof Replaced in the Winter?

Andrew Schmidt

PART II – What you Should Know About Winter Roof Replacement   How Winter Weather Affects Roof Installation If you have been told your roof needs to be replaced immediately, it’s important to understand how winte...

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Should I Even Consider Having my Roof Replaced in the Winter?

Andrew Schmidt

PART I – Do I Need to Have my Roof Replaced, or can I Just Have it Repaired?   A Common Question we Hear Quite Frequently is, “Should I Have my Roof Repaired or Replaced?” Now that autumn is almost over and cold ...

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Important Roofing Tips for Autumn

Andrew Schmidt

Autumn is a beautiful time of year, with sunny days, cool nights, and trees displaying an array of bright colors. This is also the perfect time to take stock of your roof and take care of any necessary maintenance. This ...

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Why is Sheet Metal Ideal for Roofs?

Andrew Schmidt

If you’re in the process of redoing your roof, you may feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of options the market has to offer. While there are many materials that offer strong benefits, sheet metal fabrication in Woodri...

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What Happens If My Attic Isn’t Properly Ventilated?

Andrew Schmidt

As homeowners, there are many tasks to juggle in order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of your family. One aspect of owning a home that many don’t often think about is attic insulation. The lack of attic insulation ca...

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Will Insulating My Attic Make My House Cooler?

Andrew Schmidt

The official start of summer is next month! As the weather in and around Chicago begins to warm up, it’s once again time to focus on how to prepare your home for the heat. While you’ve likely already had roof insulation ...

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Common Spring Roofing Issues & How to Avoid Them

Andrew Schmidt

As spring brings warmer weather it’s common for people to clean and repair their homes. Since your roof protects the rest of your home, it is a good idea to start there and make sure your roof is in good condition. Every...

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Avoiding DIY Roofing Hazards

Andrew Schmidt

With the economy on an unexpected decline due to the spread of the coronavirus, it’s tempting to want to fix everything that you can without paying for a roof repair in Winnetka, Il. DIY projects, also known as “do it yo...

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Reducing the Risk of Fire Damage to Your Roof

Andrew Schmidt

Your roof is one of the most important aspects of your home. It protects you, your family, your possessions, and the rest of the home structure. Fire is one of the worst things that can happen to your home – and if the r...

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Replacing Your Roof on a Budget

Andrew Schmidt

Now that 2020 is officially underway, you are likely taking the time to get your life a bit more organized, including getting your finances in order. If you may need to get a new roof this year, it’s important that you c...

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