Roof Shingles: Granules and Granule Problems
Have you seen piles of small granules around your downspouts? Are your shingles looking a little grayer and emptier than they used to be? You may not like what this means for your roof shingles- but it is a problem that needs your attention before it gets worse. Shingle Granules and Their Role No doubt […]
Roofing Repair vs. Re-roof: What’s Best For You?
Roofing decisions are complicated. If your roof is showing signs of aging, it’s time to consider a re-roofing job or a repair. In some cases, it’s okay to repair a section of the roof that’s problematic while other times it’s best to repair the entire roof. Learn the factors that dictate the decision. A Roof […]
What Factors Determine the Age and Wear of Home Siding?
Home siding is affected by many different factors such as the weather, climate and more. Here’s what matters when it comes to your siding and how it ages. Temperature As with many factors, temperature affects some types of siding much more than others. If your siding is fiber cement, for example, it can deal with […]
Gutters: What’s More Important? Function or Form?
Your Cobb home’s roof has a secret: It needs high-quality gutters to ensure proper drainage and to keep the roof in good condition. Gutters enhance the look of your home, but they need to perform, too. In the end, function and form are equally important. When it comes time to buy a new gutter system […]
What are Ceiling Spots?
Have you noticed ceiling spots or stains in your house? A roof leak could be responsible: Here’s what to do about it. Ceiling spots and stains It’s a common problem – one day you look up at your ceiling and notice a brownish stain spreading. Sometimes this ceiling spot is only a faint outline, like […]
Roof Leaks: How Exposed Is Your Home?
When it comes to roof leaks, knowing the early warning signs pays Georgia homeowners back one hundredfold. Long before water actually drips from the ceiling, or you get a deluge of water that breaks through it, roof leaks are slowly and silently making their way into the home. Perform summer rain checks this year and […]
Window Replacement Guide
Investing in a window replacement, whether it’s one window or all of the windows in your Georgia home, requires careful scrutiny of the available options. While new windows call for a sizeable investment, making effective choices now can pay off down the road. Use this quick guide to window replacements to get the most for […]
Replacing Roofs: How Often Should Your Roof be Replaced?
How do you know when the time for replacing roofs has come? Age, wear and weather are all important factors: Here are some important tips on judging your roof’s life span. Typical roof life span One of the best clues for when to replace your roof is when it was last replaced. The average rooftop […]
5 Ways To Prepare Your Home For A Re-Roofing
Re-roofing is a major project, but it goes much smoother with a little bit a preparation! Here’s what you need to know about getting your house ready for roof replacement. Remember accessibility One of the most important things you can do to prepare your home for a major re-roofing project is to make sure your […]
Dried Siding: Avoid It at All Costs
Dried siding is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. This occurs when moisture makes its way through damaged or weak sections of siding and works its way towards destroying the structure of one’s home. Watch for these signs of dried wood siding, and learn how to prevent the problem. 5 Signs Your Siding is Taking a Beating […]