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Can windows be resealed?

December 19, 2019

If you’ve ever had problems with a window seal and then priced new windows, you may have wondered if you can just reseal them instead to save money.

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How many vents are needed on a roof?

December 5, 2019

If you went to a new car dealership and you bought a car or truck with a gasoline engine, would you then go down the street and put diesel fuel into the tank? No, that would void the warranty and then it wouldn’t work as intended!

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Can gutters be too small?

November 21, 2019

There are many situations in which you should consider replacing your gutters. If they’re falling down, lower in the middle than on the ends, or sticking out away from the house, then they’re damaged and need to be replaced.

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Are roof inspections free?

November 7, 2019

Depending on what type of roof inspection you are considering, it may be free or it may not. Let’s look at who does inspections, which are free and which aren’t, and what roof inspectors look for.

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What is siding made of?

October 17, 2019

Have you ever wondered what siding on your home is made of? What options are out there? Which one is better than the other? What are the trade-offs?

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What roof lasts the longest?

October 3, 2019

For most people, a roof is not an insignificant investment. As a result, you may be wondering what type of residential roof lasts the longest. Let’s take a look at what the answer is and why you may still not want to get it.

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When windows have condensation

September 19, 2019

I’m frequently asked why windows have condensation in them. Let’s take a look at why this happens, then what you can do to stop it from happening.

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How do roof trusses work?

September 5, 2019

Ever wondered what roof trusses are or how they work? They’re an essential part of houses with sloped roofs, but not everyone understands how they work. Let’s take a look at what they are, the two basic types, and what builders have to consider when making choices related to the trusses.

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Can roof shingles be reused?

August 15, 2019

A pretty common question people ask is whether or not roof shingles can be reused. There are some ways in which they can, but other ways in which they never should be.

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What doors need to be fire doors?

August 1, 2019

If you’ve ever remodeled, you may have wondered which doors in your house or commercial building need to be fire doors. Let’s take a look at what fire doors actually are, then how they come into play in commercial buildings and in residential homes.

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